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Attractions and Days Out in the West Midlands South Derbyshire, Herefordshire, Shropshire, Staffordshire, Warwickshire, Worcestershire |
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ATTRACTIONS Alton Towers Set in 500 acres of stunning Staffordshire countryside, is the UK's most magical experience with rides and attractions suitable for every member of the family. Tel: 01538 702200 Get Tickets Here
Cadbury World Cadbury World is a visitor centre. Ride on Cadabra which takes you on a gentle ride through a chocolate wonderland! Reservations are essential to guarantee admission. You can book on-line or by calling 0121 451 4159. Cadbury Limited, Bournville Lane, Bournville, Birmingham B30 2LU. Tel: 0121 451 4159
Peak Cavern Peak Cavern Road, Castleton S33 8WS Tel: (01433) 620285 Fax:(01433) 623229 The largest natural cavern in the district, the largest cavern entrance in Europe with remains of a 400-year-old village and rope walks. Open 1 Apr-31 Oct, daily, 1000-1600; 1 Nov-31 Mar, Sat, Sun, 1000-1600.
Speedwell Cavern Winnats Pass, Castleton S33 8WA Tel: (01433) 620512 Fax:(01433) 621888 An 18thC lead mine and natural cavern which is visited by boat. A fascinating boat ride through the flooded workings of an 18thC lead mine. The boat trips are fully supervised by experienced guides and take you deep inside a limestone hill to the 'bottomless pit', a huge underground lake in the natural Speedwell Cavern.
Blue John Cavern and Blue John Mine Castleton S33 8WP Tel: (01433) 620638 The source of the rare Blue John stone with a fine range of natural water-worn caverns with stalactites and stalagmites. Set in the spectacular scenery of the Peak District, the Blue John Cavern and Mine have been Castleton's greatest attraction for nearly 300 years and the main source of its unique mineral, Blue John stone. The water-worn caves are of entertaining and geological interest for all ages. Open 1 Apr-31 Oct, daily, 0930-1730; 1 Nov-31 Mar, 0930-dusk, weather permitting. Closed 25 Dec, 1 Jan.
Poole's Cavern and Buxton Country Park Green Lane Buxton SK17 9DH Tel: (01298) 26978 Fax:(01298) 73563 One of the finest natural limestone caves, described as the 'first wonder of the Peak' with stalactites, stalagmites, an exhibition area, video show, visitor centre and country park Poole's Cavern is a beautiful showcave, 1000ft in length (only 20 steps) electrically illuminated and suitable for all ages, a visitor centre with exhibitions about the cave and woodlands, a mineral collection and the 'Story of Limestone' video. Buxton Country Park is 100 acres of mainly decidous woodland; it contains a nature trail which takes the visitor to Soloman's Temple at 1400ft with panoramic views of the areas, a visitor centre and picnic area. Open 19 Feb-5 Nov, daily, 1000-1700.
Rudyard Station, Rudyard, Leek, Staffordshire. ST13 8PF Tel: 01995 672280 Steam hauled narrow gauge railway which offers scenic train rides alongside historic Rudyard Lake near Leek.
Bodymoor Heath, Sutton Coldfield B76 0EE Tel: 01827 873844 An award winning childrens farm. Lots of friendly farm animals, tractor rides, indoor and outdoor play. Gift shop and tea room. Childrens parties and school visits. Lots of fun in a relaxed and friendly environment.
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HERITAGE MULTI-ACTIVITY AND FUN DAYS WILDLIFE RSPB Conservation and wildlife information. The RSPB takes action for wild birds and the environment. Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust The WWT promotes the creation and conservation of wetlands focusing on rare wetland birds. Find information on WWT centres and threatened species. OUTDOOR ACTIVITY SITES The Countryside Agency working to conserve and enhance the countryside.
British Waterways The purpose of this site is to reveal the hidden world of Britain's inland waterways. Find and enjoy over 2000 miles of canals and navigable rivers.
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