Treak Cliff Cavern

An underground wonderland of stalactites, stalagmites, rocks, minerals and fossils. Home to Blue John Stone. The tour takes you to see Aladdin's Cave, Fairyland and the Dream Cave. The most famous formation is "The Stork". Events include an Easter Egg Hunt and at Christmas "Carols by Candlelight".

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 45 minutes, and also experience special events held at certain times during the year.

Polish your own Blue John Stone. Other events include an Easter Egg Hunt and prior to Christmas "Carols by Candlelight" in the cavern.

School Trips

Treak Cliff Cavern is an excellent educational resource currently used by hundreds of teachers to deliver many aspects of the geography curriculum, across all Key Stages. We are centrally located within the Peak District National Park at Castleton, Derbyshire, easy to get to and easy to find.

We have some of the finest stalactites and stalagmites in the Peak District with wonderful water worn chambers, ideal for studying the water cycle, limestone and other materials, etc. 

Our deposits of Blue John Stone are unrivalled, combined with many other minerals and fossils that children can see and touch.  Our rural location also offers opportunities to study contrasting landscapes at the same time.

We have undercover and outdoor picnic facilities, and a souvenir shop. We are open all year round, and can tailor your guided tour to meet specific educational requirements.

Teachers can visit the cavern free of charge and meet with the Cavern Manager prior to their school visit for planning purposes.