Recently I met with Mike McFarlane and Moira Cook from the Save Wemyss Ancient Caves Society to discuss the future of the caves after I had spoken on the issue in a debate in the Scottish Parliament.

The Society was established in 1986 to protect and save as much of the Wemyss Caves and their unique drawings as possible. They aim to record information on the caves, to preserve them and promote them as a tourist attraction.

The Society also aims to encourage others to take an interest, holding open Sundays where guided tours of the caves are offered.

In the debate which was held a couple of weeks prior to this meeting I highlighted the hard work of the Save Wemyss Ancient Caves Society in preserving and promoting the caves that run from West Wemyss to East Wemyss.

Further to the Society’s efforts, the Scottish Coastal Archaeology and the Problems of Erosion Trust also aim to digitally preserve the markings found in the cave. We have a rich heritage around the area and it is important that we recognise and congratulate the work of the Society in drawing attention and protecting this site.

To continue this good work, it is important that we consider all options regarding the futures of the caves through a long term management strategy ensuring that the significant challenges around coastal erosion are addressed.