Blue John Cavern
Overview
The tour starts with a short flight of steps before visitors can appreciate the awe-inspiring majesty of the natural caverns. Then as you go deeper the history of Blue John, or bleu-jaune, meaning 'blue-yellow', and it's mining are explained.
See the Cavern's website
What makes it special
- Descend the mine and see veins of actual Blue John embedded in the rock
- Purchase a piece of jewellery made from the mineral
Opening Times
Daily - 09:30 (first tour 9:45) to 16:30 (arrive by 16:15)
Each tour takes about 50 minutes
Price
Adults - £14.00
Children - £6.00
Senior Citizens - £10.00
Students - £10.00
Family Ticket (two adults and two children) - £36.00
Hostels nearby
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