Holy Austin Rock Houses
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The last occupied troglodyte dwellings in England, restored and open to the public, offering a fascinating glimpse into historical cave living.

šŸ“œ Quirky homes carved into sandstone, restored to show life until the 1960s.
šŸ” The last occupied troglodyte homes in England, abandoned in the 1960s, are now restored and open to the public, offering insight into Victorian and 1930s life.

Why Go

šŸ  Explore unique troglodyte dwellings and restored Victorian and 1930s rock houses
🚶 Access to Kinver Edge walks and viewpoints
ā˜• Visit the National Trust tearoom and museum
šŸ“š Discover a second-hand bookshop
šŸžļø Stunning views over surrounding counties

Why Avoid

♿ Steep steps, not suitable for visitors with reduced mobility
ā˜• Cafe can be busy
🚫 Dogs not allowed inside houses or tea-room

Tips

šŸŽŸļø Free entry for National Trust members
šŸ—£ļø Volunteers available to answer questions

Cost

šŸ’° Adults Ā£9.00, Child Ā£4.50, Family Ā£22.50, One adult family Ā£13.50, under 5s free.

Hours

šŸ•’ Rock Houses, Garden, Tearoom: Thursday to Sunday, 10 am to 4 pm (check seasonal variations). Countryside: Dawn to Dusk.

šŸ…æļø Parking Free lay-by parking on Compton Road (nearest for Rock Houses). Gated car parks on Kingsford Lane & Blakeshall Lane (check opening times).

🚻 Toilets Accessible toilet available on the top level, accessed by steep steps.

šŸ• Dogs Allowed on leads in meadow/garden, off lead on Kinver Edge. Not permitted inside Rock Houses or Tea-room.

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