Title: Caving in the Grands Causses
Author(s): Faulkner, M.
Journal Series 8, Number 1, Autumn 1986, page(s) 1-14
Abstract: Very detailed descriptions of eight of the most popular trips in the area, together with advice on show caves, maps and useful guidebooks. Location and/or brief details of a further seven sites are given.
Title: Mammoth Cave Trip
Author(s): Mansfield, R.
Journal Series 8, Number 1, Autumn 1986, page(s) 15-18
Abstract: By an unknown person, typed 5 page manuscript of a trip into the cave, probably sometime between 1909 and 1914.
Title: Cave Exploration on Steep Holme in 1910
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 1, Autumn 1986, page(s) 19-21
Abstract: H E Balch's account of a visit to this island in the Bristol Channel reproduced in full from WNHAS/MNRC report for 1910, together with supplementary observations.
Title: Caves in Music
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 1, Autumn 1986, page(s) 22-37
Abstract: Thirty examples of the representation of caves in music categorised covering songs, film music, electronic music, instrumental music, orchestral music, choral works, odes and incidental music.
Title: Book Review: Yochib: The River Cave
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 1, Autumn 1986, page(s) 38-40
Abstract: Review of this book by C. William Steele, published Cave Books, 1985.
Title: Book Review: Eternal Caves
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 1, Autumn 1986, page(s) 40-43
Abstract: Review of this book by Valery d'Ambois, published Editions des Alpes, 1986.
Title: Book Review: Cave Minerals of the World
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 1, Autumn 1986, page(s) 43-45
Abstract: Review of this book by Carol A. Hill and Paulo Forti, published NSS, 1986.
Title: Book Review: Atlas de Grandes Cavites Mondiales
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 1, Autumn 1986, page(s) 45-47
Abstract: Review of this book by Paul Courbon and Claude Chabert, published UIS and FFS, 1986.
Title: Book Review: Chartreuse Souterraine
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 1, Autumn 1986, page(s) 47-48
Abstract: Review of this book by Baudoin Lismonde and Philippe Droin, published Commite Departimental de Speleologie de l'Isere, 1985.
Title: A Visit to the Amboni Quarry Caves, Tanzania
Author(s): Turner, S.
Journal Series 8, Number 2, Spring 1987, page(s) 49-51
Abstract: Brief visit to the caves in two Jurassic limestone quarries about 6 km West of Tanga, 200 km north of Dar es Salaam.
Title: Le Jargon Speleo Francais
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 2, Spring 1987, page(s) 52-63
Abstract: Glossary of around 750 French speleological terms
Title: Club Trip to County Clare, Easter 1987
Author(s): Sims, M.
Journal Series 8, Number 2, Spring 1987, page(s) 64-76
Abstract: Details the practicalities and costs of a club trip to Ireland and ten trips undertaken while there.
Title: Book Review: Prussiking
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 2, Spring 1987, page(s) 77-82
Abstract: Review of this book by Robert Thrun, published NSS 1973.
Title: Book Review: Single Rope Techniques: A Guide For Vertical Cavers
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 2, Spring 1987, page(s) 77-82
Abstract: Review of this book by Neil R. Montgomery, published Sydney Spel. Soc., 1977.
Title: Book Review: Vertical Caving
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 2, Spring 1987, page(s) 77-82
Abstract: Review of this book by Mike Meredith, printed Westmorland Gazette, not dated [1979].
Title: Book Review: Rappelling
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 2, Spring 1987, page(s) 77-82
Abstract: Review of this book by Tom Martin, published Search, 1985
Title: Book Review: Vertical Caving
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 2, Spring 1987, page(s) 77-82
Abstract: Review of this book by Mike Meredity and Dan Martinez, published Lyon Equipment, 1986.
Title: Book Review: Single Rope Techniques: A Training Manual
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 2, Spring 1987, page(s) 77-82
Abstract: Review of this book by Dave Elliot, published Troll Safety Equipment Ltd, 1986.
Title: Rubbernecking and Spelunking Round the USA
Author(s): Bareau, M., Turner, S.
Journal Series 8, Number 3, Autumn 1987, page(s) 83-96
Abstract: Detailed narrative of a 10 week, 12500 mile tour of the US including 15 caving trips in New York State, West Virginia, Virginia, Mammoth Cave Kentucky, Ellison's Cave Georgia, Caverns of Sonora and Carlsbad Caverns and the newly opened Lechuguilla Cave Texas, and South Dakota
Title: Lechuguilla: Not Just A Prickly Pear!
Author(s): Turner, S.
Journal Series 8, Number 3, Autumn 1987, page(s) 97-103
Abstract: A once in a lifetime chance to join a CRF expedition to this magnificent new discovery in August 1987, the first trip after the cave had been 'unofficially' closed for 10 months, Were involved in a 14 hour trip surveying the day old 'Deep Secrets' area of the cave (then the deepest part at -1058 ft) with a brief visit to Deep Expectations.
Title: The Log of the Wookey Hole Divers
Author(s): Balcombe, G.
Journal Series 8, Number 3, Autumn 1987, page(s) 104-111
Abstract: Original first hand account by the author Graham Balcombe of the production of "The Log of the Wookey Hole Divers" published in 1935 and now very scarce.
Title: Alpinex Undersuit - An Assessment
Author(s): Sims, M.
Journal Series 8, Number 3, Autumn 1987, page(s) 112
Abstract: Practical assessment of the "new" version undersuit made out of a different material.
Title: Book Review: Speleo Sportive dans le Vercors
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 3, Autumn 1987, page(s) 113-114
Abstract: Review of this book in the Speleo Sportive series by J-J. Delanoy and D. Haffner, published Edisud, 1987.
Title: Book Review: Cave Photography: A Practical Guide
Author(s): Sims, M., Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 3, Autumn 1987, page(s) 114-116
Abstract: Review of this book by Chris Howes, published Caving Supplies, 1987.
Title: Book Review: Race against time
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 3, Autumn 1987, page(s) 117-120
Abstract: Review of this book by Jim Eyre and J. Frankland, published Lyon Books, 1988.
Title: Yugoslavia 1987
Author(s): Sims, M.
Journal Series 8, Number 4, Spring 1988, page(s) 121-141
Abstract: Detailed account of the 14 caving trips undertaken during the club trip of 1987, together with other associated practicalities.
Title: A Survey of Thistle Cave, Ribblehead, North Yorkshire
Author(s): Ellis, M.
Journal Series 8, Number 4, Spring 1988, page(s) 142-144
Abstract: Account of cave survey to BCRA grade 5C of this 190m long through cave. A closed traverse completed back over the surface between entrances revealed acceptable misclosures which were distributed proportionate to the number of survey legs.
Title: Caves In Music - Part 2
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 4, Spring 1988, page(s) 145-168
Abstract: A further 38 examples of the representation of caves in music categorised and covering play with music, intermedi, masque, opera (and its varieties), ballet. Also an errata including two additional items to Part 1 published in Autumn 1986 Journal.
Title: The Caves and Karst Scenery of South West China
Author(s): Wigfall, M.
Journal Series 8, Number 4, Spring 1988, page(s) 169-172
Abstract: Account of a backpacking trip through Gwangxi Province with Black Cave and Ludiyan Reed Flute Cave; Guishou Province with Lo Wen Dong, Beautiful Jade Cave and 3 show caves at Long Gong including a 1.8km underground boat trip; and Yunan Province with its 80km square Stone Forest of limestone spires, etc.
Title: Book Review: Geology of Carlsbad Cavern and Other Caves in the Guadalupe Mountains, New Mexico and Texas
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 4, Spring 1988, page(s) 173-174
Abstract: Review of this book by Carol A. Hill, published by New Mexico Bureau of Mines and Mineral Resources, 1987
Title: Blue Sky, Deep Caverns, and Cold Feet
Author(s): Sims, M.
Journal Series 8, Number 5, Autumn 1988, page(s) 175-194
Abstract: Detailed personal account of the club trip to the bottom of the Gouffre Berger and out in July 1988, including history of the exploration.
Title: The Vercors Revisited
Author(s): Faulkner, M.
Journal Series 8, Number 5, Autumn 1988, page(s) 195-201
Abstract: Very detailed descriptions of a further three trips (to those in Autumn 1984 Journal), Trou qui Souffle, Scialet de l'Appel and Scialet du Toboggan. Brief details and/or update on two other sites and suitable guidebooks.
Title: Cave Lodge - Northern Thailand
Author(s): Wigfall, M.
Journal Series 8, Number 5, Autumn 1988, page(s) 202-205
Abstract: Detailed account of the Lodge and nearby Spirit Caves and Tham Lod Cave. Also brief details of eight other caves.
Title: Some Observations on Early Cave Surveying in Britain
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 5, Autumn 1988, page(s) 206-226
Abstract: An assemblage of various facts and accounts of early cave surveying in Britain leading to and before everything became codified in Arthur L Butcher's 'Cave Survey' published by the CRG in early 1951.
Title: Book Review: Caves of Assynt
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 5, Autumn 1988, page(s) 227-230
Abstract: Review of this book edited by T.J. Lawson, published by Grampian Speleological Group,1988.
Title: Caves of the Nant-y-Craig (Brasgyll Caves), Bont Newydd, Clwyd
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 6, Spring 1989, page(s) 231-243
Abstract: History of this small group of caves from 34 referenced literary sources and unpublished incomplete survey undertaken with Bryan Ellis on 5/6 August 1967
Title: Caves in Music - Part 3
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 6, Spring 1989, page(s) 244-284
Abstract: A further 50 examples of the representation of caves in music categorised and covering opera (and its varieties)/ ballet continued. Also five page Appendix of omissions and a further errata to the previous two parts published in Autumn 1986 and Spring 1988 Journals.
Title: Book Review: Living Underground: A History of Cave and Cliff Dwelling
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 6, Spring 1989, page(s) 285-286
Abstract: Review of this book by David Kempe, published The Herbert Press, 1988.
Title: Book Review: Northern Caves Volume 1: Wharfedale and the North East
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 6, Spring 1989, page(s) 286-290
Abstract: Review of this book by D Brook, G.M. Davies, M.H. Long and P.F. Ryder, published Dalesman Books, 1988.
Title: Book Review: The Story of Priddy
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 6, Spring 1989, page(s) 290-292
Abstract: Review of this book by Alan Thomas, pulbished Ina Books, 1989.
Title: Box Freestone Mines
Author(s): Neads, S.
Journal Series 8, Number 7, Autumn 1989, page(s) 293-295
Abstract: Introduction to the complexities of the mines, previous known surveys and methodology of undertaking the present survey of the Northern Area included.
Title: Membership of the SMCC 1949-1989
Author(s): Ellis, M.
Journal Series 8, Number 7, Autumn 1989, page(s) 296-311
Abstract: Details of all past and present members, their years of membership together with details of officers' posts held. Also separate lists of the officers and committee members.
Title: Caves and Caving in the 18th Century
Author(s): Ellis, M.
Journal Series 8, Number 7, Autumn 1989, page(s) 312-320
Abstract: Selected cave and mine related quotations selected from Oliver Goldsmith's 'A History of the Earth and Animated Nature' (1857) together with background note on the author.
Title: Breakfast at the Restaurant at the End of the Universe
Author(s): Douglas, G.
Journal Series 8, Number 8, Spring 1990, page(s) 321-337
Abstract: Detailed personal account, written in biblical and Star Wars manner, to camp and dig at the end of Daren Cilau, South Wales, and visiting Spaderunner, the then end, an 81 hour trip, with advice on suitable food and equipment.
Title: Le Grotte de Sarrazine
Author(s): Goodwin, M., Thomas, H.
Journal Series 8, Number 8, Spring 1990, page(s) 338-343
Abstract: Description, translated from Speleo Sportive guidebook, together with brief practical comments.
Title: A Survey of the Second Boulder Choke, Black Hole Series, Swildon's Hole
Author(s): Ellis, M.
Journal Series 8, Number 8, Spring 1990, page(s) 344-346
Abstract: Survey undertaken on 13 January 1990 to BCRA grace3/5C due to misting up of clinometer.
Title: Box Freestone Mines
Author(s): Neads, S.
Journal Series 8, Number 9, Autumn 1990, page(s) 347-349
Abstract: Update on progress since previous article in Autumn 1989 Journal. Northern Area completed with 11.1km of passage. Now surveying Central Region, 14km surveyed and interim survey included. Summarises of principal features, routes and with practical advice on visits.
Title: Park Lane Quarry
Author(s): Reaich, N.
Journal Series 8, Number 9, Autumn 1990, page(s) 350-352
Abstract: Having heard the entrance was reopened, a clandestine visit was made and survey revealed about 5km of passageway. Includes practical advice on features and safe access.
Title: The Cannington Caves
Author(s): Ellis, B.M., Tratman, E.K.
Journal Series 8, Number 9, Autumn 1990, page(s) 353-359
Abstract: Update on the Club's previous involvement in 1964 (see November 1964 Journal) with these two caves, now both quarried away. Includes a previously unpublished report by Dr. E. K. Tratman of Bristol University that he wrote (either in 1974 or 1975) for the Department of the Environment, including survey of Jackdaw Cave [known to the Club as North Quarry Cave].
Title: Extracts from the [SMCC] Hut Logs: 1960
Author(s): Ellis, B.M.
Journal Series 8, Number 9, Autumn 1990, page(s) 360-377
Abstract: 29 entries of possible scientific or historical interest are republished, including original explorations in Swildon's Hole, Priddy Green Sink, diving at four sites in Yorkshire and Springhead Risings, Rodney Stoke (Mendip) and four Mendip Cave Rescues.
Title: Book Review: Vietnam 90
Author(s): Ellis, M.
Journal Series 8, Number 9, Autumn 1990, page(s) 376-377
Abstract: Review of this report on the British Speleological Expedition to Vietnam, March/April 1990, compiled by D.R. Bradshaw.
Title: Switzerland 1990
Author(s): Douglas, G.
Journal Series 8, Number 10, Spring 1991, page(s) 378-399
Abstract: Detailed account of the eight caves visited during a reciprocal visit in February 1990 together with summary of Swiss caving history and practical advice.
Title: Cwm Penmachno Slate Mine
Author(s): Beckett, N.
Journal Series 8, Number 10, Spring 1991, page(s) 400-403
Abstract: Near Blaenau Ffestiniog, North Wales. Personal account of a twice attempted through trip in this slate mine.
Title: Extracts from the [SMCC] Hut Logs: 1961
Author(s): Ellis, B.M.
Journal Series 8, Number 10, Spring 1991, page(s) 404-418
Abstract: 33 entries of possible scientific or historical interest are republished including original explorations in Swildon's Hole, Priddy Green Sink, St Cuthbert's Swallet, Springfield and Bottlehead Slockers, Balch's Cave (Fairy Cave Quarry); surveying in Lamb Leer and St Cuthbert's Swallet; and diving at Blake Farm Swallet and Swildon's Hole
Author(s): Faulkner, M.
Journal Series 8, Number 1, Autumn 1986, page(s) 1-14
Abstract: Very detailed descriptions of eight of the most popular trips in the area, together with advice on show caves, maps and useful guidebooks. Location and/or brief details of a further seven sites are given.
Title: Mammoth Cave Trip
Author(s): Mansfield, R.
Journal Series 8, Number 1, Autumn 1986, page(s) 15-18
Abstract: By an unknown person, typed 5 page manuscript of a trip into the cave, probably sometime between 1909 and 1914.
Title: Cave Exploration on Steep Holme in 1910
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 1, Autumn 1986, page(s) 19-21
Abstract: H E Balch's account of a visit to this island in the Bristol Channel reproduced in full from WNHAS/MNRC report for 1910, together with supplementary observations.
Title: Caves in Music
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 1, Autumn 1986, page(s) 22-37
Abstract: Thirty examples of the representation of caves in music categorised covering songs, film music, electronic music, instrumental music, orchestral music, choral works, odes and incidental music.
Title: Book Review: Yochib: The River Cave
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 1, Autumn 1986, page(s) 38-40
Abstract: Review of this book by C. William Steele, published Cave Books, 1985.
Title: Book Review: Eternal Caves
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 1, Autumn 1986, page(s) 40-43
Abstract: Review of this book by Valery d'Ambois, published Editions des Alpes, 1986.
Title: Book Review: Cave Minerals of the World
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 1, Autumn 1986, page(s) 43-45
Abstract: Review of this book by Carol A. Hill and Paulo Forti, published NSS, 1986.
Title: Book Review: Atlas de Grandes Cavites Mondiales
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 1, Autumn 1986, page(s) 45-47
Abstract: Review of this book by Paul Courbon and Claude Chabert, published UIS and FFS, 1986.
Title: Book Review: Chartreuse Souterraine
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 1, Autumn 1986, page(s) 47-48
Abstract: Review of this book by Baudoin Lismonde and Philippe Droin, published Commite Departimental de Speleologie de l'Isere, 1985.
Title: A Visit to the Amboni Quarry Caves, Tanzania
Author(s): Turner, S.
Journal Series 8, Number 2, Spring 1987, page(s) 49-51
Abstract: Brief visit to the caves in two Jurassic limestone quarries about 6 km West of Tanga, 200 km north of Dar es Salaam.
Title: Le Jargon Speleo Francais
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 2, Spring 1987, page(s) 52-63
Abstract: Glossary of around 750 French speleological terms
Title: Club Trip to County Clare, Easter 1987
Author(s): Sims, M.
Journal Series 8, Number 2, Spring 1987, page(s) 64-76
Abstract: Details the practicalities and costs of a club trip to Ireland and ten trips undertaken while there.
Title: Book Review: Prussiking
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 2, Spring 1987, page(s) 77-82
Abstract: Review of this book by Robert Thrun, published NSS 1973.
Title: Book Review: Single Rope Techniques: A Guide For Vertical Cavers
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 2, Spring 1987, page(s) 77-82
Abstract: Review of this book by Neil R. Montgomery, published Sydney Spel. Soc., 1977.
Title: Book Review: Vertical Caving
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 2, Spring 1987, page(s) 77-82
Abstract: Review of this book by Mike Meredith, printed Westmorland Gazette, not dated [1979].
Title: Book Review: Rappelling
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 2, Spring 1987, page(s) 77-82
Abstract: Review of this book by Tom Martin, published Search, 1985
Title: Book Review: Vertical Caving
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 2, Spring 1987, page(s) 77-82
Abstract: Review of this book by Mike Meredity and Dan Martinez, published Lyon Equipment, 1986.
Title: Book Review: Single Rope Techniques: A Training Manual
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 2, Spring 1987, page(s) 77-82
Abstract: Review of this book by Dave Elliot, published Troll Safety Equipment Ltd, 1986.
Title: Rubbernecking and Spelunking Round the USA
Author(s): Bareau, M., Turner, S.
Journal Series 8, Number 3, Autumn 1987, page(s) 83-96
Abstract: Detailed narrative of a 10 week, 12500 mile tour of the US including 15 caving trips in New York State, West Virginia, Virginia, Mammoth Cave Kentucky, Ellison's Cave Georgia, Caverns of Sonora and Carlsbad Caverns and the newly opened Lechuguilla Cave Texas, and South Dakota
Title: Lechuguilla: Not Just A Prickly Pear!
Author(s): Turner, S.
Journal Series 8, Number 3, Autumn 1987, page(s) 97-103
Abstract: A once in a lifetime chance to join a CRF expedition to this magnificent new discovery in August 1987, the first trip after the cave had been 'unofficially' closed for 10 months, Were involved in a 14 hour trip surveying the day old 'Deep Secrets' area of the cave (then the deepest part at -1058 ft) with a brief visit to Deep Expectations.
Title: The Log of the Wookey Hole Divers
Author(s): Balcombe, G.
Journal Series 8, Number 3, Autumn 1987, page(s) 104-111
Abstract: Original first hand account by the author Graham Balcombe of the production of "The Log of the Wookey Hole Divers" published in 1935 and now very scarce.
Title: Alpinex Undersuit - An Assessment
Author(s): Sims, M.
Journal Series 8, Number 3, Autumn 1987, page(s) 112
Abstract: Practical assessment of the "new" version undersuit made out of a different material.
Title: Book Review: Speleo Sportive dans le Vercors
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 3, Autumn 1987, page(s) 113-114
Abstract: Review of this book in the Speleo Sportive series by J-J. Delanoy and D. Haffner, published Edisud, 1987.
Title: Book Review: Cave Photography: A Practical Guide
Author(s): Sims, M., Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 3, Autumn 1987, page(s) 114-116
Abstract: Review of this book by Chris Howes, published Caving Supplies, 1987.
Title: Book Review: Race against time
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 3, Autumn 1987, page(s) 117-120
Abstract: Review of this book by Jim Eyre and J. Frankland, published Lyon Books, 1988.
Title: Yugoslavia 1987
Author(s): Sims, M.
Journal Series 8, Number 4, Spring 1988, page(s) 121-141
Abstract: Detailed account of the 14 caving trips undertaken during the club trip of 1987, together with other associated practicalities.
Title: A Survey of Thistle Cave, Ribblehead, North Yorkshire
Author(s): Ellis, M.
Journal Series 8, Number 4, Spring 1988, page(s) 142-144
Abstract: Account of cave survey to BCRA grade 5C of this 190m long through cave. A closed traverse completed back over the surface between entrances revealed acceptable misclosures which were distributed proportionate to the number of survey legs.
Title: Caves In Music - Part 2
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 4, Spring 1988, page(s) 145-168
Abstract: A further 38 examples of the representation of caves in music categorised and covering play with music, intermedi, masque, opera (and its varieties), ballet. Also an errata including two additional items to Part 1 published in Autumn 1986 Journal.
Title: The Caves and Karst Scenery of South West China
Author(s): Wigfall, M.
Journal Series 8, Number 4, Spring 1988, page(s) 169-172
Abstract: Account of a backpacking trip through Gwangxi Province with Black Cave and Ludiyan Reed Flute Cave; Guishou Province with Lo Wen Dong, Beautiful Jade Cave and 3 show caves at Long Gong including a 1.8km underground boat trip; and Yunan Province with its 80km square Stone Forest of limestone spires, etc.
Title: Book Review: Geology of Carlsbad Cavern and Other Caves in the Guadalupe Mountains, New Mexico and Texas
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 4, Spring 1988, page(s) 173-174
Abstract: Review of this book by Carol A. Hill, published by New Mexico Bureau of Mines and Mineral Resources, 1987
Title: Blue Sky, Deep Caverns, and Cold Feet
Author(s): Sims, M.
Journal Series 8, Number 5, Autumn 1988, page(s) 175-194
Abstract: Detailed personal account of the club trip to the bottom of the Gouffre Berger and out in July 1988, including history of the exploration.
Title: The Vercors Revisited
Author(s): Faulkner, M.
Journal Series 8, Number 5, Autumn 1988, page(s) 195-201
Abstract: Very detailed descriptions of a further three trips (to those in Autumn 1984 Journal), Trou qui Souffle, Scialet de l'Appel and Scialet du Toboggan. Brief details and/or update on two other sites and suitable guidebooks.
Title: Cave Lodge - Northern Thailand
Author(s): Wigfall, M.
Journal Series 8, Number 5, Autumn 1988, page(s) 202-205
Abstract: Detailed account of the Lodge and nearby Spirit Caves and Tham Lod Cave. Also brief details of eight other caves.
Title: Some Observations on Early Cave Surveying in Britain
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 5, Autumn 1988, page(s) 206-226
Abstract: An assemblage of various facts and accounts of early cave surveying in Britain leading to and before everything became codified in Arthur L Butcher's 'Cave Survey' published by the CRG in early 1951.
Title: Book Review: Caves of Assynt
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 5, Autumn 1988, page(s) 227-230
Abstract: Review of this book edited by T.J. Lawson, published by Grampian Speleological Group,1988.
Title: Caves of the Nant-y-Craig (Brasgyll Caves), Bont Newydd, Clwyd
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 6, Spring 1989, page(s) 231-243
Abstract: History of this small group of caves from 34 referenced literary sources and unpublished incomplete survey undertaken with Bryan Ellis on 5/6 August 1967
Title: Caves in Music - Part 3
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 6, Spring 1989, page(s) 244-284
Abstract: A further 50 examples of the representation of caves in music categorised and covering opera (and its varieties)/ ballet continued. Also five page Appendix of omissions and a further errata to the previous two parts published in Autumn 1986 and Spring 1988 Journals.
Title: Book Review: Living Underground: A History of Cave and Cliff Dwelling
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 6, Spring 1989, page(s) 285-286
Abstract: Review of this book by David Kempe, published The Herbert Press, 1988.
Title: Book Review: Northern Caves Volume 1: Wharfedale and the North East
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 6, Spring 1989, page(s) 286-290
Abstract: Review of this book by D Brook, G.M. Davies, M.H. Long and P.F. Ryder, published Dalesman Books, 1988.
Title: Book Review: The Story of Priddy
Author(s): Mills, M.T.
Journal Series 8, Number 6, Spring 1989, page(s) 290-292
Abstract: Review of this book by Alan Thomas, pulbished Ina Books, 1989.
Title: Box Freestone Mines
Author(s): Neads, S.
Journal Series 8, Number 7, Autumn 1989, page(s) 293-295
Abstract: Introduction to the complexities of the mines, previous known surveys and methodology of undertaking the present survey of the Northern Area included.
Title: Membership of the SMCC 1949-1989
Author(s): Ellis, M.
Journal Series 8, Number 7, Autumn 1989, page(s) 296-311
Abstract: Details of all past and present members, their years of membership together with details of officers' posts held. Also separate lists of the officers and committee members.
Title: Caves and Caving in the 18th Century
Author(s): Ellis, M.
Journal Series 8, Number 7, Autumn 1989, page(s) 312-320
Abstract: Selected cave and mine related quotations selected from Oliver Goldsmith's 'A History of the Earth and Animated Nature' (1857) together with background note on the author.
Title: Breakfast at the Restaurant at the End of the Universe
Author(s): Douglas, G.
Journal Series 8, Number 8, Spring 1990, page(s) 321-337
Abstract: Detailed personal account, written in biblical and Star Wars manner, to camp and dig at the end of Daren Cilau, South Wales, and visiting Spaderunner, the then end, an 81 hour trip, with advice on suitable food and equipment.
Title: Le Grotte de Sarrazine
Author(s): Goodwin, M., Thomas, H.
Journal Series 8, Number 8, Spring 1990, page(s) 338-343
Abstract: Description, translated from Speleo Sportive guidebook, together with brief practical comments.
Title: A Survey of the Second Boulder Choke, Black Hole Series, Swildon's Hole
Author(s): Ellis, M.
Journal Series 8, Number 8, Spring 1990, page(s) 344-346
Abstract: Survey undertaken on 13 January 1990 to BCRA grace3/5C due to misting up of clinometer.
Title: Box Freestone Mines
Author(s): Neads, S.
Journal Series 8, Number 9, Autumn 1990, page(s) 347-349
Abstract: Update on progress since previous article in Autumn 1989 Journal. Northern Area completed with 11.1km of passage. Now surveying Central Region, 14km surveyed and interim survey included. Summarises of principal features, routes and with practical advice on visits.
Title: Park Lane Quarry
Author(s): Reaich, N.
Journal Series 8, Number 9, Autumn 1990, page(s) 350-352
Abstract: Having heard the entrance was reopened, a clandestine visit was made and survey revealed about 5km of passageway. Includes practical advice on features and safe access.
Title: The Cannington Caves
Author(s): Ellis, B.M., Tratman, E.K.
Journal Series 8, Number 9, Autumn 1990, page(s) 353-359
Abstract: Update on the Club's previous involvement in 1964 (see November 1964 Journal) with these two caves, now both quarried away. Includes a previously unpublished report by Dr. E. K. Tratman of Bristol University that he wrote (either in 1974 or 1975) for the Department of the Environment, including survey of Jackdaw Cave [known to the Club as North Quarry Cave].
Title: Extracts from the [SMCC] Hut Logs: 1960
Author(s): Ellis, B.M.
Journal Series 8, Number 9, Autumn 1990, page(s) 360-377
Abstract: 29 entries of possible scientific or historical interest are republished, including original explorations in Swildon's Hole, Priddy Green Sink, diving at four sites in Yorkshire and Springhead Risings, Rodney Stoke (Mendip) and four Mendip Cave Rescues.
Title: Book Review: Vietnam 90
Author(s): Ellis, M.
Journal Series 8, Number 9, Autumn 1990, page(s) 376-377
Abstract: Review of this report on the British Speleological Expedition to Vietnam, March/April 1990, compiled by D.R. Bradshaw.
Title: Switzerland 1990
Author(s): Douglas, G.
Journal Series 8, Number 10, Spring 1991, page(s) 378-399
Abstract: Detailed account of the eight caves visited during a reciprocal visit in February 1990 together with summary of Swiss caving history and practical advice.
Title: Cwm Penmachno Slate Mine
Author(s): Beckett, N.
Journal Series 8, Number 10, Spring 1991, page(s) 400-403
Abstract: Near Blaenau Ffestiniog, North Wales. Personal account of a twice attempted through trip in this slate mine.
Title: Extracts from the [SMCC] Hut Logs: 1961
Author(s): Ellis, B.M.
Journal Series 8, Number 10, Spring 1991, page(s) 404-418
Abstract: 33 entries of possible scientific or historical interest are republished including original explorations in Swildon's Hole, Priddy Green Sink, St Cuthbert's Swallet, Springfield and Bottlehead Slockers, Balch's Cave (Fairy Cave Quarry); surveying in Lamb Leer and St Cuthbert's Swallet; and diving at Blake Farm Swallet and Swildon's Hole