Attractions in Derbyshire and the Peak District 2008

Speedwell Cavern at Castleton, Derbyshire

Visitors descend 105 steps to take a boat ride through this old Derbyshire lead mine with it's famous bottomless pit. Tel 01433 620512 Admission charges see website www.speedwellcavern.co.uk

April to October
Daily 10.00am to 5.00pm (later at peak times)
November to March
Daily 10.00am to 5.00pm
Tours at regular intervals
Last Tour 4.00pm (later at peak times)

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Set at the foot of the spectacular Winnats Pass, high above the village of Castleton, Speedwell Cavern takes you on an incredible underground boat journey

Looking towards Speedwell Cavern at Castleton

See also
Peak Cavern or The Devil's Arse
Blue John Cavern
Peveril Castle
Treak Cliffe Cavern
Castleton Guide
Castleton Photographs

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