Members
An example of a refurbished carbide lamp - A light-source used in slightly more modern quarrying before the dawn of electrical lighting
2025 Membership Applications - Now Open
Calling all members and members-to-be - Our application form for 2025 Memberships is now LIVE and ready! We'll be running this slightly differently to previous years, in which a payment link was available immediately. This year, due to how we've scaled and plan to grow, we require some additional information to cross the T's and dot the I's.
Ready to go? Click the button below and head over to the applications page. If you'd like any more information, stick around here and read a little bit about our mission. You can always contact us at contact@bathspeleo.com to ask our team and questions too, we'll be happy to answer any you have.
Above | Below | Nation-wide.
Becoming a member is about more than just getting underground. It's our mission to grow national relationships with other clubs, research new possibilities, find new underground voids to explore, and stand on the front-line of historic preservation and conservation.
By joining us, you're unlocking a new world beneath your feet. Have you ever wanted to learn more about the stone they used to build your city? Maybe you have an eye for wildlife conservation and would like to observe bat habitats underground. We're welcoming to individuals from all interests, and we welcome you to apply and join our growing effort to understand the world below.
Prospecting
Geological research, walks around places of interest, LiDAR map usage and other techniques help us uncover previously undiscovered underground spaces
Locating
We have an ever-growing database of known and potential sites of special interest, and we're always adding to our group knowledge
Planning
It all starts at the drawing board. Our team are constantly communicating new ideas, locations, potential visits and more
Rescue
With surveyed experience and knowledge of underground spaces, we see it as our duty to use this knowledge to help others out of any situation
So what's next?
In the coming year, we've aligned ourselves on clear objectives, focusing on inclusivity, diversity of skills, and expanding our reach to every corner of the underground exploring community.
So why become a member? It's simple.
Shared knowledge and experience - This really is the definition of "the more the merrier" but we strongly believe we're better together. One person may not have the whole answer, but put our heads together, and we may get pretty close, while having some fun in the process.
Sense of achievement - The prospect of exploring the unknown world below can be daunting, yet exciting. We believe our group creates the right environment to help you reach that milestone. You may even get to make some new friends and connections along the way!
Diversity without prejudice - We pride ourselves on our inclusivity, and welcome individuals from all walks of life, regardless of origin, orientation, gender, appearance. Our group is made up of big, small, short, tall, and we welcome anyone with a shared passion to get involved!
Opportunity - From something you can add to your CV, to real assets you can develop for use in actual applications. Everyone in the club has the equal opportunity to succeed and develop their skills.
Heard enough?
Our applications for 2025 membership will be opening soon, and we will be welcoming applicants right here on this page. Stay tuned! If you have any questions, or would like any more information from one of the team, please feel free to reach out to contact@bathspeleo.com and we'll get right back to you.
Elm Park Quarry - A slightly more modern quarry with quite the expanse, and very defined stages in which the limestone was excavated.
Membership Fees
Individual (With BCA)
£30
Individual (BCA Not Needed)
£10
Under 18's are, and always will be free. Please note that if you select "Non-BCA" when completing an application, you will be required to provide your BCA membership number to join us on planned activities. We accept non-cavers at the £10 rate, but we will not be able to invite you along for our underground trips/visits for insurance and liability purposes.