YHA Ravenstor
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Free parking on premises
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WiFi
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Cycle store
Poole's Cavern and Buxton Country Park
Overview
One of the best show caves around, don't miss this spectacular cavern. Take a journey below ground and discover vast limestone caverns with crystal stalactites and stalagmites. There are lit-up caves, an interesting archeology visitor centre, and lots of beautiful crystals to buy.
Stay above ground and walk around the Country Park, including walking up to Buxton's own folly, Solomon's Temple. Swing through the treens on Go Ape setup.
Visit the Cavern's website
What makes it special
- Explore the vast limestone caverns
- See crystal stalactites
- Stroll though beautiful woodland trails, and up to Solomon's Temple
Opening times
Winter Opening Times:
(November-Easter) 10:00 - 15:00
Centre closes at 16:00
Summer Opening Times:
(Easter-November) 9:30 - 16:00.
Centre closes at 17:00
Price
See Poole's Cavern website for details.
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YHA Youlgreave
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Self-catering kitchen
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Contactless payments
YHA Eyam
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WiFi
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