Mining on this site began during the 18th century, as chalk was a useful commodity during that time.
There are references to the reigning King George III in paintings on various walls.
During the Victorian period, the caves were opened as a tourist attraction and have been modified and, latterly restored since then.
It’s currently leased from Thanet District Council, and managed by the Margate caves community education trust.
These caves are about 5 Km from us, and we visited with my grand daughter last Sunday morning.
I took with me my D3300 set to ISO 1600 and Af-s DX 10-20mm for the venture.