Buxton Cave

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(2.1K) · Attractions & activities in Buxton, United Kingdom
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Welcome to Poole's Cavern & Buxton Country Park. An all weather & dog friendly attraction. Visit us for guided cavern tours, woodland walks, seasonal …

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Feb 26, 2025
Whole family really enjoyed, The cave is so much larger, and longer than I expected, lots of chambers and some nice formations. Well worth a visit. (kids 10 and 12 were kindly allowed to use thei…Full review by Bill_on_the_move
Feb 22, 2025
We hadn’t planned on visiting Poole’s Cavern however our go ape booking was cancelled due to high winds & im actually so glad we got to do this! I am claustrophobic & our guide Alan was absolutely am…Full review by aliceeve79
Feb 21, 2025
My husband and I really enjoyed our visit to Poole’s Cavern. Our guide Alan was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. He is clearly passionate about his job and is a major factor in our 5 star rating…Full review by 263abiem
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What is the latest in advance it would be ok to book in for November time? Not sure how busy this gets, I'd like to …
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What is the latest in advance it would be ok to book in for November time? Not sure how busy this gets, I'd like to wait to see what the weather is doing first, but if I need to book far in advance I'll just take a gamble
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I booked the same morning. We visited Sunday 17th and it was very quiet. It’s fine to go when the weather isn’t good, it means the stream that’s running through the caves will be more active
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Answer by Laura S · Sep 17, 2023
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Is the trail pram friendly?
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Hi. Nope. From what I remember you have to leave prams and push chairs at the centre and carry any little ones.
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Is there anywhere to securely lock up our cycles to visit the cavern and country park
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I don't think there was a place to store bicycles that I noticed but if you asked the staff or phoned them before you go I am sure they would be able to help you. They were really good and …
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I don't think there was a place to store bicycles that I noticed but if you asked the staff or phoned them before you go I am sure they would be able to help you. They were really good and may have somewhere in the back to store them. Sorry I cannot be of any more help.
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Answer by · Aug 15, 2020
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During current situation are the caves still open?
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I have no idea. I only visited there. Maybe check their website. Thanks
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Can we bring a dog into the cave?
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No. My husband walked our Westie dog in the adjacent park while I went into the caves with my daughter and family. We all met up in the café for coffee and cakes where the dog …
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No. My husband walked our Westie dog in the adjacent park while I went into the caves with my daughter and family. We all met up in the café for coffee and cakes where the dog was allowed.
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How accessible is the cavern?
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There are dedicated car parking bays for blue badge holders and level access through the visitor centre. Toilet facilities are fully accessible.
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