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Top 6 Things to do Adventurous in Buxton, England
Buxton is a spa town in Derbyshire, in the East Midlands region of England. It has the highest elevation – about 1,000 feet (300 m) above sea level – of any market town in England. Close to the county boundary with Cheshire to the west and Staffordshire to the south, Buxton is described as "the gateway to the Peak District National Park". A municipal borough until 1974, Buxton was then merged with other localities lying primarily to the north, including Glossop, to form the local government district and borough of High Peak within the county of Derbyshire. Despite being in the East Midlands, economically Buxton is within the sphere of influence of Greater Manchester. The population of the town was 22,115 at the 2011 Census.
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1. Poole's Cavern & Buxton Country Park
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4.5 based on 1,678 reviews
Poole’s Cavern is the most spectacular natural cavern in the Peak District. The cavern is famous for the spectacular and unique crystal formations including the longest stalactite formation in the region. Your expert guide will accompany you on a 45 minute journey through chambers once used as shelter and worship by prehistoric to roman visitors. See the cathedral sized main chamber carved from Limestone by an ancient river and follow safe and accessible walkways through beautifully illuminated passages on a journey deep underground. Back above ground browse through our rock and gem shop and view the archaeological discoveries from the cavern in the exhibition. Due to Covid restrictions we have a reduced cafe with take away drinks and snacks for 2020, lots of picnic tables for visitors. Complete your day with a stroll on our country park woodland trails with animal sculptures to find which lead to Solomon's Temple viewpoint at 439m above sea level and views of the Peak District.
Reviewed By 550bridgete - Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
Great place to visit, we had a very knowledgeable guide,the caves are amazing and are lit really well and with the guides torch you can see a lot, a real gem and well worth a visit
2. Go Ape Buxton
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4.5 based on 144 reviews
Nestling in the heart of the beautiful Peak District, England's largest National Park, Go Ape Buxton is one of our highest courses. The site is walking distance from the historic spa town itself making it perfect if you are looking to spend the whole day out, you'll also find the two-million-year-old natural limestone cave Poole's Cavern, in Buxton Country Park.
3. Buxton Raceway
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4.5 based on 52 reviews
Welcome to Buxton Raceway, oval motorsport venue for Banger, Hotrod and Stockcar Racing, and Drifting events, the track is set in the heart of the beautiful Peak District just 3 miles from Buxton Town Centre just off the A53 Buxton to Leek road. The track is a 380 metre tarmac oval with steel plate fencing and a figure of 8 circuit. The circuit has many facilities for spectators, including a covered stand, licenced bar and a limited amount of trackside parking is also available at most meetings (extra charge applies). We have a track shop that you can buy soft drinks from as well as stickers and the popular oval racing magazines etc. There are Oval racing merchandise stalls in regular attendance as well as our own superb range of Buxton Raceway Branded items - available at the Pit Office.
Reviewed By philsheridan1967 - Derby, United Kingdom
Great meeting and a great fireworks display. Haven't been for a few years and I was well impressed with the standard of everything and very impressed with the display the drifting cars did. Be definitely be returning next season
4. Swains Centre
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4.5 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By neilj131 - Abergele, United Kingdom
Just got back from a great visit to the Kart track. Thoroughly enjoying, staff were great and very professional. The track is a decent size and the experience is value for money.
5. Northfield Farm Horse Riding and Trekking Centre
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4.5 based on 73 reviews
6. Adventure 001 Experiences
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4.0 based on 47 reviews
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