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About The Hellfire Caves
The Hellfire Caves are a network of man-made chalk and flint caverns that extend 0.25 miles underground. The tunnel and its warren of adjoining chambers and halls were dug a quarter of a mile into the earth, directly beneath a church. They were excavated between 1748 and 1752 for Francis Dashwood, 11th Baron le Despencer, founder of the Dilettanti Society and co-founder of the Hellfire Club, whose meetings were held in the caves.
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West Wycombe Park
0.25km from The Hellfire Caves
West Wycombe House has been the home to the Dashwood family for over 300 years. Set in 45 acres of landscaped park. There is also small temples and follies, which act as satellites to the greater temple, the house. The house is open to the public during the summer months and is a venue for civil weddings and corporate entertainment, which help to fund its maintenance and upkeep.
National Trust - Hughenden Manor
3.23km from The Hellfire Caves
The National Trust's Hughenden Manor is the former home of Benjamin Disraeli, located in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. It was originally a farmhouse converted to a gentleman’s residence in 1738. One of the iconic locations and attracts a lot of tourists.
Temple Island Collection
3.34km from The Hellfire Caves
Temple Island is situated a mile and a half downstream of the picturesque market town of Henley-on-Thames, on one of the most beautiful stretches of the River Thames. The Temple itself is a delightful folly, designed by James Wyatt as a fishing lodge for Fawley Court on the Henley Reach. This unique venue provides a fairytale setting for wedding receptions and family parties, as well as a private location for corporate functions.
Wycombe Museum & Wedding Venue
4.11km from The Hellfire Caves
Wycombe Museum is a free local museum located in the town of High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, England. A historic grade-II listed wedding venue in High Wycombe, minutes from the town and hotels. Set in beautiful grounds couples may hire Castle Hill House exclusively or our individual event rooms.
Ashridge House
4.92km from The Hellfire Caves
It was the former royal residence to Henry VIII and Princess Elizabeth I. Today it is an award-winning meeting, events, and wedding venue. Set in 190 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens. It is also home to Hult International Business School and the world-renowned Ashridge Executive Education.
The Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre
9.16km from The Hellfire Caves
The Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre is a museum in the village of Great Missenden in Buckinghamshire, England. It aimed at 6 to 12 year olds and their families, has three fun and fact-packed galleries full of hands-on displays and activities. There are always free craft activities on offer, and an exciting range of workshops, events, and free storytelling sessions are run in the school holidays and at weekends.
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