Oliver Bowerman and mom Lisa in the newest chamber of Stump Cross Caverns. (Stump Cross Caverns via SWNS)
By Talker
A young man who grew up in a network of prehistoric caves owned by his parents is now running them as a tourist attraction.
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Oliver Bowerman in the newest chamber of Stump Cross Caverns. (Stump Cross Caverns via SWNS)
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Inside the newest chamber of Stump Cross Caverns in the Yorkshire Dales. (Stump Cross Caverns via SWNS)
By Talker
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