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The Great Britain Guide

Caves · East Midlands

Carlswark Cavern, Stub Scrin Shaft

In or near Grindleford.

Paid admission££

Carlswark Cavern, Stub Scrin Shaft — a cave broad in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom.

A623 in woods in Middleton Dale - geograph.org.uk - 5564359

David Smith — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
45 min–1.5 h
Nearest railway station
Grindleford · 4.2 km
  • Paid entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Carlswark Cavern, Stub Scrin Shaft is a cave broad located in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom. Catalogued from Wikidata's UK heritage register; see the linked Wikipedia article for further details on its history, architecture and visiting information.

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Official information

Eyam Hall is a historic house that offers visitors an audio tour accessible via their smart devices. The house is open for limited dates in spring and autumn, allowing guests to explore its gardens and learn about its history.

Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Eastern Peak District Moors SSSI
  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Stoney Middleton Dale SSSI

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Carlswark Cavern, located at Stub Scrin Shaft in the East Midlands, is a notable cave system. It is recognised for its geological significance and unique formations. The cavern attracts interest from both speleologists and those curious about natural underground features.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
53.2808, -1.6739
County
Derbyshire
Parish
Eyam
Postcode
S32 5RP
Parliamentary constituency
Derbyshire Dales
Phone
01433 350055
Nearest railway station
Grindleford4.2 km
Opening
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday 11am–3pm; closed over the summer
Official site
www.eyamhall.co.uk

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Carlswark Cavern, Stub Scrin Shaft?
Carlswark Cavern, Stub Scrin Shaft is in Derbyshire, the East Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode S32 5RP), in the parish of Eyam.
What is Carlswark Cavern, Stub Scrin Shaft?
Carlswark Cavern, Stub Scrin Shaft — a cave broad in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Carlswark Cavern, Stub Scrin Shaft?
The nearest railway station is Grindleford, about 4.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode S32 5RP.
Is Carlswark Cavern, Stub Scrin Shaft a protected site?
Yes — Carlswark Cavern, Stub Scrin Shaft is part of the Eastern Peak District Moors SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Stoney Middleton Dale SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
Is Carlswark Cavern, Stub Scrin Shaft free to visit?
Yes, Carlswark Cavern, Stub Scrin Shaft is free to enter.
How do I get to Carlswark Cavern, Stub Scrin Shaft?
The nearest railway station is Grindleford, about 4.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode S32 5RP.