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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended Hidden Earth at the weekend. It was a great event and officially the biggest ever! 🥳 We're pleased to announce that Hidden Earth is returning to Llangollen in 2027 following overwhelming positive feedback on the venue! #HiddenEarth

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

We're looking forward to this weekend! 😍 Please take a moment to take a look at the site plan as a few bits have changed since last year. Car parking is NOT ALLOWED around the main building unless you are staff. More details here: hidden.earth/tickets/

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Thanks to all those who have sponsored Hidden Earth 2026, we couldn't do it without you! Please support the businesses and clubs where you can during and after the event. 😍 Full list and links on the website... hidden.earth/sponsors/

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Priory Road and the Merry Monks round up: Follow the Merry Monks' adventure in Llangulag towards Daren Cilau with some unexpected discoveries. Will they reach by next year? Stay tuned! #caving #hiddenearth #darencilau hidden.earth/session/1369

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Just a week to go to Hidden Earth 2026. Discounted advanced tickets close at 5pm TODAY! Tickets are available on the door but at a higher price and you can only book a t-shirt or the conference dinner in advance. 👉 hidden.earth/tickets

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

This years t-shirt. We've gone for a change to the usual black to mix it up a bit! Sorry this wasn't out sooner, great art takes time 😋 You can still get your tickets online until 5pm tomorrow. If you want to add a t-shirt, please email bookings@hidden.earth.

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Forest of Dean Round Up: Exciting discoveries at Redhouse Lane Swallet Cave & Slaughter Stream Cave highlight a growth-filled year in Forest of Dean caving area. Major highlights include the Forest becoming a Regional Council within BCA! hidden.earth/session/1366

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

HE 2026: Redhouse Lane Swallet - 2026 extensions. A huge amount of effort has been put in pushing the many leads and digs at Redhouse Lane Swallet. With promising leads and disappointment progress has still been. 😍 Read more: hidden.earth/session/1365

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Last week to get your discounted advanced tickets! 📣 Online ticket sales close at 5pm on Friday so get yours before then to get the discounted rate!

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Recent examples of CNCC Cave Conservation Projects (and how to get external funding). An insightful glance into CNCC's 15 year conservation journey @ the Sept caving conference. #caving #conservation #CNCC hidden.earth/session/1364

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Understanding the Cave Before the Stalagmites: Cave Monitoring in Vietnam. Climate history, cave ventilation, rainfall tracing & what stalagmites tell us. #Caving #Vietnam #HiddenEarth hidden.earth/session/1363

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

This years beakers have arrived 😍 Just under three weeks to go and everything is taking shape. Get your tickets before they go up in price! Lecture and workshop slots are almost full so if you are planning to give a talk make sure you submit it online asap. ⚡

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

UBSS Montenegro Expedition - Kameno More: Explore an uncharted sea of rock with the most youthful UK caving team! #caving #exploration #montenegro #hiddenearth hidden.earth/session/1359

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Ario Caves Project Expedition 2026: Fire & Ice in The Picos: Furthering 'The Ario Dream'. Joined forces with Spanish explorers on El Morrón del Torco. Assisted wildfire-drought affected areas. #caving #hiddenearth hidden.earth/session/1351

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Calling all traders, clubs and BCA affiliated bodies 📣 You can now book your pitch in the Hidden Earth trade hall. We're particularly keen to see lots of caving clubs. It's FREE to have a pitch so come along and show of your club. 👍 hidden.earth/trade-hall

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Valley to Valley in the North York Moors. Embrace the journey of a remarkable 4km system discovery and thrilling valley-to-valley trips. Learn about recent finds and future digging projects. #caving #NorthYorkMoors #hiddenearth hidden.earth/session/1350

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Hidden Earth Photo Salon entry now open 📷 Don't think you're good enough? You are. Every skill level is welcome and remember its not just a competition, its a salon to show off your work. Submit your photos here: hidden.earth/salons/photo

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

A New Dales Classic - Scanty Lardos Pot 2026 Extensions. The Misty Mountain Mud Miners unearths 2km of new cave in Penyghent Gill. The exploration continues. #caving #hiddenearth hidden.earth/session/1347

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

📣 Just one month to go before Hidden Earth 2026 kicks off. Tickets on sale now from the website - hidden.earth/tickets Lecture and workshop slots are almost full! 😮 If you've got a lecture to give submit it online now - hidden.earth/lectures/submit

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Advanced ticket sales now open for Hidden Earth 2026. 😍 They're a bit cheaper in advance so get yours now! T-shirts and dinner tickets are only available in advance. hidden.earth/tickets

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Gate or not to gate? Making access bat friendly. Discuss, learn, engage this September! #caving #hiddenearth hidden.earth/session/1346

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Looking for new areas for cave exploration? Join our workshop for tips & networking for new expeditions closer to home or exotic locations. Meet dreamers like you! #caving #hiddenearth #GharParauFoundation hidden.earth/session/1329

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

FOIBE - Karst as a vehicle of terror post-Second World War. Uncover the darker side of caving - learn about its role in the Foibe massacre post-WWII. #caving #hiddenearth #history hidden.earth/session/1336

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Dachstein Caving Expedition 2026: Uncover latest insights from the thrilling exploration. New leads, daring traverses, surprises, and rewarding discoveries await you this September. #caving #Dachstein #HiddenEarth hidden.earth/session/1332

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

North Peru 2026: 2,800 m of limestone above one of the largest resurgences in South America. Join us this September in the UK for an exclusive caving conference! #caving #hiddenearth #peru hidden.earth/session/1326

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Anatomically correct 3d mapping: Introducing the Tactical Frog. Say hello to effortless cave mapping with the Tactical Frog. Created by Phil Underwood. #caving #TacticalFrog hidden.earth/session/1322

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

A Tale of Two Rescues: Hear about two dramatic cave rescues in 6 months. Stay humble, learn from mistakes & celebrate our sport. At the UK Caving Conference #caving #hiddenearth hidden.earth/session/1318

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Congo Update - Did we succeed with the new African Master Cave? Inside look at attempts to link Congo's Grotte de Ngovo and Grotte de Ngungi caves at Hidden Earth 2023. #caving #HiddenEarth2026 hidden.earth/session/1315

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Just 2 months to go until Hidden Earth 2026! 😍 We've had an amazing response on submissions for lectures, films and workshops and slots are filling up fast! Get yours in as soon as you can (even if you haven't been on the expo yet!) 😲 Submit online: hidden.earth/lectures

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

We've started the build-up to Hidden Earth 2026 and lecture submissions are now open. 🥰 Hidden Earth is a great please to showcase your discoveries, films, science projects, conservation work or just a good story! 👉 Submit online now: hidden.earth/lectures

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 29/09/2025

We're still recovering from the weekend but exciting news... 📣 Hidden Earth 2026 will be back at Llangollen! There has once again been so much positive feedback that we're returning for a third year so get the date saved.

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

We're looking forward to the weekend! 😁 If you were at Llangollen last year, there have been a few changes to the parking and rooms.

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 23/09/2025

It's officially a RECORD YEAR for advanced tickets! 😍

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

Timetable for this weekend is now available 😍 Please note that it is subject to change although we'll try to keep it to a minimum. hidden.earth/timetable

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Hidden Earth 2025 Timetable

The full schedule of lectures, films and workshops.

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 19/09/2025

Sunday is the deadline for getting your discounted advanced tickets for this years Hidden Earth. You can still buy on the door though! ⏳ #caving #hiddenearth

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 19/09/2025

London Underground: The WCMS South East Round Up. Explore beyond the tube network! Discover mining history with WCMS South East. #London #caving #hiddenearth hidden.earth/session/1305

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

The beer beakers have arrived, sadly empty. Fill them at the bar on Friday night! 🍺🍺🍺

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

A new cave survey device - The DiscoX1: Revealing prototype by Christian K made possible by SAP6 open source. Come join the journey! #caving #hiddenearth #innovation hidden.earth/session/1303

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

The Loss of a Crown (Kiln Piece Hole to Slaughter Stream Cave Connection): Unearth the secrets of UK's longest single-entrance cave and its feeder. Join us this September! #caving #hiddenearth #SlaughterStreamCave hidden.earth/session/1300

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 15/09/2025

An auSUSSpicious return to Crete: Gourgouthakas-Liontari 2025. Sheffield University students back to Crete for a brave caving expedition and more. Stay tuned for a discussion! #caving #hiddenearth #Crete hidden.earth/session/1299

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 12/09/2025

Scientific Investigations in Greenland’s Caves: Unlocking High Arctic Climate Histories. Discovering untouched environmental archives. Paleo-climatic revelations from 5 to 15 million years ago. #caving #Greenland #ClimateHistory hidden.earth/session/1275

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

British Cave Science: Exciting discoveries await at our September conference. Learn, interact & explore! #Caving #BritishCaveScience #HiddenEarth hidden.earth/session/1298

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

Adventures with Gay Outdoor Club Caving Group: From overcoming homophobia to exploring the deepest caves in Russia and NZ! #caving #hiddenearth hidden.earth/session/1283

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 08/09/2025

CUCC Loser Plateau Expedition: Exploring Balkonhöhle, revisiting Kaninchenhöhle after 10 years, and discovering new cave entrances. Full report this September! #caving #CUCC hidden.earth/session/1280

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 05/09/2025

Young photographers! 📸 Snap Shots: 'Click Happens' is a workshop aimed at young photographers wanting to venture to the dark side & begin documenting their underground adventures. From fancy camera & lighting setups to quick grabs on your mobile phone. Run by Mark Burkey.

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

Getting children and young people caving! Don't miss our 2-part talk at the caving conference: policies, advice, trip ideas, clothing, and open forum for discussions. #caving #youthcaving hidden.earth/session/1278

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

Last couple of lecture / workshop slots available! 😱 We've just about got a full schedule but if you still have a session you've been thinking about doing then this is your last chance to get it in before submission closes. 🥰 Submit online: hidden.earth/lectures

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

Greenland Caves Project 2023: Exploration of WUL-8, Wulff Land, North Greenland. Cold War era Northern cave finally explored after years of planning. More to follow. #caving #Greenland #hiddenearth hidden.earth/session/1274

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 02/09/2025

The Cleasby Hill Cave System: An in-depth exploration and history presented by Chris Curry at our conf. in Sept. From 1908 on, join us in uncovering its mysteries! #Arkengarthdale #caving #hiddenearth hidden.earth/session/1270

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Hidden Earth @hiddenearth.bsky.social · 01/09/2025

Peak District Roundup 2024 to 2025 (AKA 'Pissing around in the Peaks 2024-25') - Join us for a tour of cave explorations from Oct 24 - Aug 25. Updates on Bull Pit, P8 and new discoveries. #caving #PeakDistrict hidden.earth/session/1268

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