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Treak Cliff cavern is an underground Wonderland of Stalactites, Stalagmites, Rocks Minerals and Fossils. It is also home to Blue John Stone, a rare form of Fluorite with beautiful colours. Popular as an ornamental stone and mined for 300 years, one of the largest pieces ever found is still in situ called The Pillar. The Blue John Stone in Treak Cliff Cavern can be seen all around the walls
and roof of the Witch's Cave. The guided tour takes you deeper underground to see multi- coloured flowstone adorning the walls of Aladdin's Cave, and further on you can experience the wonder of the stalactites and stalagmites in Fairyland and the Dream Cave. The most famous formation is 'The Stork', standing on one leg.People of all ages can enjoy a visit to Treak Cliff Cavern, guided tours take about 40 
minutes. Special events are held at certain times during the year. Polish Your Own Blue John Stone is an activity usually available during most school holidays where you select, prepare and polish a slice of Blue John Stone to take home.
General Information:
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Opening Times
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(2007 times)
All year except Christmas and New Year (weather permitting)1st March - 30th October: From 10.00am last tour 4.20pm. 1st November - 28th February: From 10.00am last tour 3.20pm |
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Admission Charges
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(2007 prices)
Please telephone for details.
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Directions
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| Castleton is situated at the centre of the Peak National Park on the A6187 (was A625), 16 miles from Sheffield and 29 miles from Manchester, within easy reach of the M1 and M6 motorways. A shuttle bus service from Edale Railway Station linking the Caverns and Castleton operates weekends and bank holidays throughout the year, along with a daily service from Sheffield to Castleton. |
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Nearby Attractions
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Peveril Castle
(< 1 Mile)*
From the inspiring remains of Peveril Castle - high on a rocky outcrop - there's no more spectacular view of the Peak District. |
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Eyam Hall
(6 Miles)*
Eyam Hall has been the much loved home of the Wright family for over 300 years. A guided tour of this remarkably unspoilt 17th century manor house affords a glimpse of history in miniature. |
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Buxton Museum & Art Gallery
(8 Miles)*
The Museum & Art Gallery features geology, archaeology and history of the Peak District displayed in a seven section time tunnel - complete with sounds and smells! |
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Nearby Hotels
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Barcelo Buxton Palace Hotel (2 Night Offer and 2 Dinners)
(8 Miles)*
Famed for the healthy properties of its mineral water, the area offers stunning scenery with dramatic cliffs, waterfalls and caves. The Palace Hotel is renowned locally and nationally for its high standards of customer service, cuisine and accommodation. |
Barcelo Buxton Palace Hotel
(8 Miles)*
Famed for the healthy properties of its mineral water, the area offers stunning scenery with dramatic cliffs, waterfalls and caves. |
Buckingham Hotel
(8 Miles)*
The Buckingham Hotel is an oasis of calm, lying opposite the beautifully restored Pavilion Gardens/Opera House complex yet is only five minutes from the historic Spa town centre. |
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