Take a Journey...
...beneath the earth with expert guides, explore the vast limestone caverns see how crystal stalactites have lined the chambers over millions of years. Stroll though beautiful woodland trails to a panoramic Peak District hilltop viewpoint.
We hope to see you soon.
Poole's Cavern
A natural wonder of the Peak District
Summer Opening Times:
March - October open 9:30am - 5pm
Tours every 20 minutes
Winter Opening Times:
November - February open 10am - 4pm
Weekends: Tours Every 20 minutes
Weekdays: Tours at 10:30am, 12:30pm & 2:30pm
Our cafe has a wide range of delicious produce including daily specials, light snacks and fair-trade coffee.
The cavern exhibition at the visitor centre covers our extensive history and our rock & gift centre has a wide range of fossils, gemstones and jewellery on offer.
We have a park and picnic area, stroll through beautiful woodland trails to the hilltops where the vantage point known locally as Solomon's Temple stands.
We also boast one of Go Ape's highest adventure courses, with zip wires, aerial walkways and much more.
From pre-school to PHD, Poole's Cavern has it all for an educational, fun and stimulating experience.
Find out more about our tailored tours, teacher's resource packs, cost and travel arrangements on our visit us page.
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Visitor Information & Facilities
Poole's Cavern, Go Ape and Buxton County Park are all accessed from Green Lane. The facilities here include:
Car Park
Shop
Go Ape
Public Toilets
Cafe
Visitor Centre
Picnic Areas
Woodland Sculpture Trails
The cave maintains a constant temperature of 7C, so please dress accordingly if you plan on visiting for a tour.
