Rainy Day Activities
Sightseeing
Shelter from the rain and discover fascinating sights at Castleton’s remarkable caverns (as long as they are not flooded!). Choose from Peak Cavern (the largest natural cave entrance in Europe); Speedwell Cavern (where you can travel to the Bottomless Pit by boat) and Treak Cliff Cavern and Blue John Cavern, which
contain Blue John stone. Afterwards, take cover by browsing Castleton Visitor Centre and visit some of the excellent local shops, perhaps to purchase a Blue John souvenir to take home.
Speedwell Cavern, Winnats Pass, Castleton, Hope Valley S33 8WA
Peak Cavern, Peak Cavern Walk, Castleton, Hope Valley S33 8WS
Cavern Enquiries: 01433 623018
www.speedwellcavern.co.uk
£11.75pp Peak Cavern or £12.50pp Speedwell Cavern
£20 per person for both caverns
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Speedwell Cavern
Winnats PassShelter from the rain and discover fascinating sights at Castleton’s remarkable caverns (as long as they are not flooded!). Choose from Peak Cavern (the largest natural cave entrance in Europe); Speedwell Cavern (where you can travel to the Bottomless Pit by boat) and Treak Cliff Cavern and Blue John Cavern, which
contain Blue John stone. Afterwards, take cover by browsing Castleton Visitor Centre and visit some of the excellent local shops, perhaps to purchase a Blue John souvenir to take home.
Speedwell Cavern, Winnats Pass, Castleton, Hope Valley S33 8WA
Peak Cavern, Peak Cavern Walk, Castleton, Hope Valley S33 8WS
Cavern Enquiries: 01433 623018
www.speedwellcavern.co.uk
£11.75pp Peak Cavern or £12.50pp Speedwell Cavern
£20 per person for both caverns
Thrills
A day out whatever the weather, with both indoor and outdoor pools and attractions. There’s no end to the fun you can have in the Alton Towers Waterpark! You can unwind in Lagoona Bay or the Lazy River and let all your stresses float away, or enjoy some adrenaline thrilled adventure on the Master Blaster Water Coaster, sending you speeding round the Waterpark at exhilarating speeds.
Farley Ln, Alton, Stoke-on-Trent ST10 4DB
0871 222 3330
www.altontowers.com
Booking online recommended
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Parc aquatique Alton Towers
A day out whatever the weather, with both indoor and outdoor pools and attractions. There’s no end to the fun you can have in the Alton Towers Waterpark! You can unwind in Lagoona Bay or the Lazy River and let all your stresses float away, or enjoy some adrenaline thrilled adventure on the Master Blaster Water Coaster, sending you speeding round the Waterpark at exhilarating speeds.
Farley Ln, Alton, Stoke-on-Trent ST10 4DB
0871 222 3330
www.altontowers.com
Booking online recommended
Local Interest
Step back in time to explore and learn all about Middleport Pottery, The Great Pottery Throwdown was filmed here. Walk around the original Victorian offices, and learn about the people and events which have shaped Burleigh pottery. Also on site is a huge grade II listed bottle kiln - one of only 46 remaining in the city. Cafe serves local specialties such as oatcakes and afternoon cream teas, all served on beautiful Burleigh pottery whilst viewing the Trent and Mersey canal.
Port Street, Middleport, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST6 3PE
01782 499766
www.middleportpottery.org
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Poterie Middleport
Port StreetStep back in time to explore and learn all about Middleport Pottery, The Great Pottery Throwdown was filmed here. Walk around the original Victorian offices, and learn about the people and events which have shaped Burleigh pottery. Also on site is a huge grade II listed bottle kiln - one of only 46 remaining in the city. Cafe serves local specialties such as oatcakes and afternoon cream teas, all served on beautiful Burleigh pottery whilst viewing the Trent and Mersey canal.
Port Street, Middleport, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST6 3PE
01782 499766
www.middleportpottery.org
Explore the historic country home of the Vernon family and get to know some of the amazing characters who have moulded Sudbury over the centuries. Look closer and admire the beautiful plasterwork, carvings and of course the stunning Grand Staircase. The building has a wealth of history.
The Museum of Childhood situated in the Hall’s old service wing is a delight for all ages, discover something new, or relive nostalgic memories. Explore childhoods of times gone by, play with toys and share stories. Take in some of the changing exhibitions including computer games, sweets and chocolate.
Sudbury Park Farm, Ashbourne Road, Sudbury, Ashbourne DE6 5HT
www.nationaltrust.org.uk
01283 585337
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Sudbury Hall
Explore the historic country home of the Vernon family and get to know some of the amazing characters who have moulded Sudbury over the centuries. Look closer and admire the beautiful plasterwork, carvings and of course the stunning Grand Staircase. The building has a wealth of history.
The Museum of Childhood situated in the Hall’s old service wing is a delight for all ages, discover something new, or relive nostalgic memories. Explore childhoods of times gone by, play with toys and share stories. Take in some of the changing exhibitions including computer games, sweets and chocolate.
Sudbury Park Farm, Ashbourne Road, Sudbury, Ashbourne DE6 5HT
www.nationaltrust.org.uk
01283 585337