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Old 11-05-2008, 12:42 PM
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Re: Snoasis

The main bat cave is situated in an old chalk quarry less than half a mile from Lt Blake' Church. I have to be careful what I say as although it is now secure with very strong grating at the entrance, the SWT and Natural England would not want too many people knowing of the site, and also the quarry floor is a haven for rare, chalk loving plants.
I worked on this site with the SWT about 28 years ago clearing bramble and tree invasion, sadly on my last visit it was beginning to look overgrown again.

I say 'main' bat cave because at the time chalk excavation was still taking place in other nearby quarries and other caves may have been created.

'Fraid I know nothing of Sand Martin cliffs, these were probably created by Blue Circle well away from public rights of way so inquisitive children don't disturb them.
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