The following is a list of caves where access is either restricted or has been cut off – see also the related news posts at the bottom of this page. As the situation can change dramatically in a very short period, cavers are requested to check local knowledge. Remember, it is normal and recommended that all cavers where possible request access permission from the landowner responsible.
Co. Clare
The following caves in the Clare area have access restrictions currently in place.
Poll na Gree
A new wall has been built around the cave entrance here, please be carefull crosing the wall – if you knock a rock off put two back.
Poll an Ionain: Td Craggycorradan West
This cave opened as a show cave in 2006, there is no access for cavers beyond the showcave tour.
Poll na gCeim
Access to this cave is currently no available. This is due to the lack of respect shown to the landowner by cavers in the past e.g. damage to walls etc. Negotiations are ongoing, please respect the current ban.
Glencurran Cave
Glencurran Cave, situated in the Burren National Park, is a site of archaeological and natural importance. Entry is fully permitted to current SUI members by way of obtaining a key for the gate installed by the National Parks and Wildlife Service. The SUI key holders in Clare are John Sweeney and Colin Bunce. It is important to note that entry will not be permitted at roosting times (November to March) due to the presence of Lesser Horseshoe Bats.
Inch Cave: Td Inch / Kilmailey
Cavers are advised to avoid this cave in Winter because of a large number of hibernating Horseshoe bats.
Poulnadatig
Because of its important bat population this cave has been gated.
Co. Fermanagh
The following caves in the Fermanagh / Cavan area have access restrictions currently in place.
Marble Arch System
This system is extensively gated and access has been negotiated by SUI on behalf of registered bona-fide cavers. Those cavers seeking access should write to The Manager, Marble Arch Cave centre, MarlBank, Florencecourt, Co. Fermanagh.
Pollaraftara – Legland Rising Area
Access is strictly by permission of the Landowner.
Reyfad
Access is strictly by permission of the Landowner.
Pollnacrom
Access is strictly by permission of the Landowner.
Polltullybrack
Access is strictly by permission of the Landowner.
Boho Caves
Upper ravine area: Should NOT be visited under any circumstances because of roosting bats.
Related Posts
The following news posts (from the access category) may also be of interest:
The cliffs near to the ICC entrance to Marble Arch Caves have been reported to be unstable following a geological engineer’s assessment. Subsequent to this report there has been a collapse across the path commonly used by cavers and the rock-face is still considered dangerous. Please take care when using this entrance and choose an [...]
Posted on August 13th, 2009
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Restricted Access
The following is a list of caves where access is either restricted or has been cut off – see also the related news posts at the bottom of this page. As the situation can change dramatically in a very short period, cavers are requested to check local knowledge. Remember, it is normal and recommended that all cavers where possible request access permission from the landowner responsible.
Co. Clare
The following caves in the Clare area have access restrictions currently in place.
Poll na Gree
A new wall has been built around the cave entrance here, please be carefull crosing the wall – if you knock a rock off put two back.
Poll an Ionain: Td Craggycorradan West
This cave opened as a show cave in 2006, there is no access for cavers beyond the showcave tour.
Poll na gCeim
Access to this cave is currently no available. This is due to the lack of respect shown to the landowner by cavers in the past e.g. damage to walls etc. Negotiations are ongoing, please respect the current ban.
Glencurran Cave
Glencurran Cave, situated in the Burren National Park, is a site of archaeological and natural importance. Entry is fully permitted to current SUI members by way of obtaining a key for the gate installed by the National Parks and Wildlife Service. The SUI key holders in Clare are John Sweeney and Colin Bunce. It is important to note that entry will not be permitted at roosting times (November to March) due to the presence of Lesser Horseshoe Bats.
Inch Cave: Td Inch / Kilmailey
Cavers are advised to avoid this cave in Winter because of a large number of hibernating Horseshoe bats.
Poulnadatig
Because of its important bat population this cave has been gated.
Co. Fermanagh
The following caves in the Fermanagh / Cavan area have access restrictions currently in place.
Marble Arch System
This system is extensively gated and access has been negotiated by SUI on behalf of registered bona-fide cavers. Those cavers seeking access should write to The Manager, Marble Arch Cave centre, MarlBank, Florencecourt, Co. Fermanagh.
Pollaraftara – Legland Rising Area
Access is strictly by permission of the Landowner.
Reyfad
Access is strictly by permission of the Landowner.
Pollnacrom
Access is strictly by permission of the Landowner.
Polltullybrack
Access is strictly by permission of the Landowner.
Boho Caves
Upper ravine area: Should NOT be visited under any circumstances because of roosting bats.