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High Peak Residents Event: An Introduction to Cave Conservation Events for Younger People

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Places are filling up fast for this exciting opportunity for High Peak residents aged 18-30!

Are you passionate about environmental conservation, caving, geology, geography or simply love trying new things? Join us for new and exclusive FREE sessions at Poole’s Cavern & Country Park, for an introduction to cave conservation!

Dates: Thursday 22nd & Thursday 29th August

Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Location: Poole’s Cavern, Buxton, SK17 9DH

Sessions are FREE, but booking is required! Email: volunteering@buxtoncivicassociation.org.uk to book or for more information. 

 

What to expect:

Introduction to cave environments and monitoring instruments.

Hands-on tasks for cave conservation, like cleaning cave walls or targeted clean-ups.

Who can attend:

Open to High Peak residents aged 18-30.

Limited to 10 places per session.

Provided:

Helmets, torches, overalls, and gloves.

Light refreshments (please notify us of any dietary requirements).

What to bring:

Bottle of water.

Comfortable, layered clothing (it’s a constant 7°C inside!)

Walking boots (mandatory for participation).

Accessibility:

Poole’s Cavern is more accessible than many caves in the area. Please let us know of any accessibility requirements.

 

Book your place now! Booking closes on Friday 16th of August!

Email: volunteering@buxtoncivicassociation.org.uk 

November Opening Times

Visitor Centre & Cafe open daily 10am-4pm, last food orders 3pm. 

Tours:

Weekdays hourly at 10:30, 11:30, 12:30, 13:30 & 14:30, subject to availability.

Weekends every 30 minutes from 10am-3pm.

Saturday 30th November Christmas Events Start.