Marble Arch Caves National Trust

Marble arch caves global geopark the marble arch caves global geopark straddles the border between northern ireland and the republic of ireland.

Marble arch caves national trust.

Set in the heart of the marble arch caves unesco global geopark the marble arch caves pay homage to the fascinating secrets of a world of subterranean rivers winding passages lofty chambers and an array of delicate cave formations. Visit the beautiful ornamental walled garden and kitchen garden which have been restored to thie. It is centred on the marble arch caves and in 2001 it became one of the first geoparks to be designated in europe. From this point follow signs for the marble arch caves.

The marble arch caves global geopark contains some of the finest landscapes in the north of ireland. At 7 miles 11 5 kilometres marble arch caves are the longest cave system in northern ireland. Arch house is 2 miles on this road and is on the right sign posted. Opening times marble arch caves 2020 from the 3rd july marble arch caves visitor centre 10 00 17 00 7 days a week unlocking the hidden worlds of cladagh glen guided walking tour scheduled tours will run between 10 00 17 00 wednesday thursday saturday and sunday marble arch caves café 11 00 16 00 7 days a week from the 13th july marble arch caves guided cave.

The caves are formed from three rivers draining off the northern slopes of cuilcagh mountain which. Discover magical moments in one of europe s finest show caves. The cave system is 7 1miles 11km long with over 1mile 1 5km developed into a show cave. The marble arch caves are estimated to be at least one million years old.

Ranging from rugged uplands lakes and forests through to gently rolling drumlins the landscapes of the geopark represent a complex earth history dating back as far as 895 million years ago. Florence court national trust. We also have a sign at this point. Florence court national trust house is a splendid 18th century house and demesne set against the stunning backdrop of the cuilcagh mountains.

Turn right at posting for national trust property at florencecourt. Marble arch caves part of marble arch caves unesco global geopark. The marble arch caves are one of the most active living show cave systems in ireland and the uk the cave is formed from three rivers draining off the northern slopes of cuilcagh mountain.