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Cat Hole Cave

Cave / Rock Shelter

<b>Cat Hole Cave</b>Posted by Chris CollyerImage © Chris Collyer
Also known as:
  • Cathole Cave

Nearest Town:Llanelli (11km NNW)
OS Ref (GB):   SS538901 / Sheet: 159
Latitude:51° 35' 24.83" N
Longitude:   4° 6' 38.61" W

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As Jane states, about 100 metres further along the path past Parc Le Broes on the right hand side in the trees on the bank. It can be a little tricky to find but just look for the 'path' made by people through the undergrowth and you will soon see it - about half way up the valley side. Unfortunately when I visited I didn't take a torch with me so I didn't go too far into the cave. From what Jane ssasy it sounds like it goes backa fair bit. One to re-visit - with a torch!! Posted by CARL
10th May 2010ce

Just 200ms away from Parc le Breos hidden in the wooded cliffs on the right as you approach is this lovely cave which is certainly worth a shufti. It has two entrances, one closed up with railings. The larger entrance, of a tall triangular shape, leads to a huge interior. It goes back a long way into the rock and has a number of chambers within it. I was thrilled and delighted at how cosy and warm it was at the back of the cave away from the frosty winter morning. When it was excavated in the 1960s very ancient human remains were found. Jane Posted by Jane
29th December 2005ce
Edited 30th December 2005ce