Mother Ludlam's Cave
Waverley Abbey, Waverley Lane, Farnham, Surrey, GU9 8EP
A short flat walk, starting from Waverley Abbey and following the Greensand Way, which runs alongside the River Wey, to Mother Ludlam's Cave. This is a small natural cave in the sandstone cliff forming the side of the Wey valley. A spring in the cave was used as a water supply for Waverley Abbey as far back as the 13th century. An ironstone arched entrance was constructed, it is believed, in the 19th century.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 20 September:
- 1000
Location & directions
Waverley Abbey, Waverley Lane, Farnham, Surrey, GU9 8EP
- Directions:
- The walk starts from Waverley Abbey. Car parking is available outside Waverley Abbey House. !! PLEASE NOTE !! This is a change from the starting point given in the printed brochure.
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking required
- Booking conditions:
- Book through website farnhamsociety.org.uk/hods2025
- Booking website:
- https://www.farnhamsociety.org.uk/hods2025
- Booking opens:
- 03 Sep 2025 08:00 AM
Accessibility details
Flat walk. Could be muddy if wet. An optional visit to Father Foote's Cave is up a steep, short slope. The walk is unsuitable for those with mobility issues or who use any mobility aids (like wheelchairs)
Additional information
- Max no of people per tour:
- 12
- Est. tour duration:
- 1 hour(s) 30 minute(s)
