In the news
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24 Jun
Protective grilles to be installed on site
Read moreProtective grilles will be installed at Jonathan’s and Court Caves this summer.
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05 Mar
Opening of the new path at the Wemyss Caves
Read moreThe new all-weather path to allow users of wheelchairs and mobility scooters access to Court Cave has now been officially opened.
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04 Mar
East Wemyss Primary School Children visit to the SWACS Museum
Read moreThe SWACS Museum recently welcomed pupils and staff from East Wemyss Primary School as part of a nationwide schools local heritage project.
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02 Mar
The School Wynd mural
Read moreThe ceramic wall mural in School Wynd encapsulates the unique history and geology of an area so deeply influenced and shaped by the sea.
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19 Nov
Accessible path finished!
Read moreWe have completed the construction of an all-weather path into Court Cave, funded by Paths for All.
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01 Nov
Can we hold back the waves at the Wemyss Caves?
Read moreSee how collapsed sea walls no longer protect our ancient caves and their spectacular Pictish carvings in this 3-minute video by SCAPE.
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23 Oct
Well Cave open day
Read moreA steady stream of visitors made the crawl inside the normally-closed Well Cave.
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The Caves and SWACS
The Wemyss Caves are a nationally important heritage site under threat from coastal erosion, structural instability and vandalism. The caves along with the remains of Macduff’s Castle are designated as a scheduled monument.
The site contains the largest collection of Pictish inscribed symbols in one place, together with the ruins of the medieval Macduff Castle and remains of later industrial activity. There is archaeological evidence for activity on and around the site for at least 4,000 years.
The Save the Wemyss Ancient Caves Society aims to secure the caves, carvings and other archaeological remains; manage and ensure safe access to them for the public; learn and understand more about the people who have lived and worked here through the ages; and share and celebrate the heritage of the Wemyss Caves.
You can find out everything about the caves on our 4D Wemyss Caves website and more about what SWACS do here.
Upcoming Events
We are now open again for guided tours! Advance booking is essential as the numbers we can take on tours are strictly limited.
Learn all about the rich history of the area and explore the caves in details on our 4D Wemyss Caves website.
4dwemysscaves.orgSWACS are always on the lookout for new members and volunteers. We want you to be part of our work to protect and preserve the important heritage of the caves, whatever your skills and how much time you can spare. Whether it's helping with landscape maintenance, giving guided tours, cataloguing our archives, lending a hand on open days or just doing something in your own time, we'd love to hear from you. Please consider becoming a member and getting involved today!

Learn all about SWACS and how we work to protect, preserve and promote the wonderful history along this section of the Fife coast.
Who we are and what we doWhat people say about their visit to the caves
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I cannot thank you enough for the fantastic tour you gave our family. Learned so much about our local history from your knowledgeable guide. Janet Bruce, Fife
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What a fantastic hidden gem. A must-see for anyone visiting Fife. Iain Gardner and family, USA