Otter Hole
Caving
Regulations on 31 October 2026
Signs at the site and later resolutions prevail; check the source.
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Permit required
Caving · All year
In force on 31 October 2026
Not confirmed by an official source.
Caves with management committees or controlled by clubs or individuals
A number of caves are kept locked for various reasons including the conservation of their geology and protected species such as bats which may be present at various times of the year. Follow the cave management or club contacts in the site list below. In a few cases in the Forest of Dean, an individual controls access. Some caves have a leader system where either you approach a leader from a published list or the cave management committee will find a leader to help you.
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Otter Hole
Royal Forest of Dean Caving Club
Published by Cambrian Caving Council · Restricted Caves