Poole's Cavern & Buxton Country Park

Poole's Cavern & Buxton Country Park Welcome to Poole's Cavern & Buxton Country Park. An all weather & dog friendly attraction. Over 3000 years ago, cave dwellers sought refuge in Poole's Cavern.
(569)

Visit us for cavern tours, woodland walks, seasonal events and café & gift shop! Proudly owned and managed by registered charity, Buxton Civic Association. Poole's Cavern is a two million year old limestone cave that first opened to the public in the 1850s. Described as one of ‘The seven wonders of the Peak’, curious visitors have explored the chambers under candlelight. Visitors today are escorte

d in comfort and safety through the beautifully illuminated chambers by enthusiastic guides who will unfold the fascinating story of the cavern’s history, myths and legend. Archaeologists have discovered thousands of remains, many of which are on display in the Visitor Centre. Enjoy a lunch or snack with us at , with homemade cakes and daily specials on offer. Alternatively picnic in the grounds or country park. Browse our gift shop for the perfect memento or gift . We stock a range of local crafts, gemstones and toys. Complete your day and take a stroll through Buxton Country Park: 100 acres of beautiful sheltered woodland. Meet Charlie the lime burner and other woodland sculptures along the way to Solomon’s Temple viewpoint with commanding views of the Peak District from the summit of Grin Low at 1400 feet above sea level. Poole's Cavern is proudly managed by Buxton Civic Association .

Treat Dad to an unforgettable underground adventure tomorrow with 10% off Audio App tours of Poole's Cavern!Explore one ...
20/06/2026

Treat Dad to an unforgettable underground adventure tomorrow with 10% off Audio App tours of Poole's Cavern!

Explore one of Derbyshire's most spectacular natural wonders with the whole family.

Discover fascinating stories and stunning rock formations at your own pace with our brand-new immersive audio tour.

🎫 Use code fathersday10 at checkout to take 10% off Audio App Tours on Sunday 21st June!
👉 Book your Father's Day adventure today: poolescavern.co.uk/book-tickets/

T&Cs apply. Offer only available on pre-booked tickets for Audio App tours on 21/06/26, purchased online at poolescavern.co.uk. Offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other offers.

Poole's Cavern & Buxton Country Park is the perfect adventure for all ages!🦇Experience an underground adventure in a 2-m...
19/06/2026

Poole's Cavern & Buxton Country Park is the perfect adventure for all ages!

🦇Experience an underground adventure in a 2-million year old natural limestone cave!

🌳Explore 100-acres of beautiful woodland at Buxton Country Park, including the brand-new Thomas's Trail: Animals of Buxton Past and Present - included with your cave ticket!

🪙Discover Stone Age, Bronze Age and Roman artefacts as you learn about Poole's Cavern's human history in our small exhibition - entry included with your cave ticket!

Plan your visit today at poolescavern.co.uk

19/06/2026

Do you have a connection to Grin Low's lime-burning and quarrying past?🌳

We're excited to be developing a new audio Heritage Trail through Grin Low Woods, exploring the fascinating history of the lime kilns, quarries, and the people whose hard work shaped the landscape we see today.

We're looking for local memories, family stories, documents, and any information about people who worked in the quarries or lime kilns at Grin Low.

Perhaps you have a relative who worked there or remember stories passed down through your family. Every story helps us bring this important local heritage to life and ensure these histories are preserved for future generations.

If you have information you'd be willing to share, we'd love to hear from you. Please get in touch by sending us a message, commenting below or email [email protected]

Help us uncover the human stories behind Grin Low's industrial past 🔎

19/06/2026
18/06/2026

Take a moment to appreciate the magnificent flowstone formations that have taken hundreds if not thousands of years to form.

With three benches located throughout the cavern, be sure to take a seat, look around and enjoy our unique underground environment.

You can book your Audio Tour online at www.poolescavern.co.uk

Buxton Civic Association

Thank you so much to our volunteers 💚
17/06/2026

Thank you so much to our volunteers 💚

Treat Dad to an unforgettable underground adventure on Father's Day with 10% off Audio App tours of Poole's Cavern!Explo...
17/06/2026

Treat Dad to an unforgettable underground adventure on Father's Day with 10% off Audio App tours of Poole's Cavern!

Explore one of Derbyshire's most spectacular natural wonders with the whole family.

Discover fascinating stories and stunning rock formations at your own pace with our brand-new immersive audio tour.

🎫 Use code fathersday10 at checkout to take 10% off Audio App Tours on Sunday 21st June!
👉 Book your Father's Day adventure today: poolescavern.co.uk/book-tickets/

T&Cs apply. Offer only available on pre-booked tickets for Audio App tours on 21/06/26, purchased online at poolescavern.co.uk. Offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other offers.

Thomas's Trail is open daily at Poole's Cavern & Buxton Country Park!🌳Created in partnership with the The Thomas Theyer ...
16/06/2026

Thomas's Trail is open daily at Poole's Cavern & Buxton Country Park!🌳

Created in partnership with the The Thomas Theyer Foundation, this brand-new family nature trail celebrates the Animals of Buxton — past and present — while creating a lasting memorial to Thomas and supporting wellbeing, nature, and community connection.

Featuring 14 illustrated animal discs and new woodland carvings, the trail brings Buxton’s rich natural history to life in an engaging and imaginative way for children and families 💚

Plan your visit today at: https://buxtoncivicassociation.org.uk/thomass-trail-poolescavern-buxtoncountrypark/

15/06/2026

👩🏻‍🍳Freya has been busy baking…don’t miss out on a slice of her delicious homemade caramel cake! 🍰

How old is the Wedding Cake? 🍰Professors Gina Moseley (University of Innsbruck) and John Gunn (University of Birmingham ...
15/06/2026

How old is the Wedding Cake? 🍰

Professors Gina Moseley (University of Innsbruck) and John Gunn (University of Birmingham and a BCA Trustee) intend to answer this question – and to find out how old some of the other Poole’s speleothems are.

Follow the link below to our blog to find out more about how we intend to answer this question!

https://buxtoncivicassociation.org.uk/news/6/

Buxton Civic Association

Address

Green Lane
Buxton
SK179DH

Opening Hours

Monday 9:15am - 6pm
Tuesday 9:15am - 5pm
Wednesday 9:15am - 5pm
Thursday 9:15am - 5pm
Friday 9:15am - 5pm
Saturday 9:15am - 5pm
Sunday 9:15am - 5pm

Telephone

+44129826978

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Poole's Cavern & Buxton Country Park posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Shortcuts

Share