Trips are led by experienced Derbyshire Caving Club members. We will take you round Wood Mine, a nineteenth century copper mine on a trip lasting about an hour and a half. You will be equipped with helmets and lights for the trip and need to wear old clothes that will not suffer from contact with sand and mud. Walking or wellington boots are strongly advised. The trip will take you round most of the mine and the guide will explain the history and geology of this fascinating site. The trips are open to all ages but those under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Donations are expected from all adult visitors. For more information, refer to our FAQs.

FAQs

Can I get more details about the trips to the mines?

Yes, refer to our website www.derbyscc.org.uk and follow links to 'visiting the mines'.

Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?

No age limit but participants must be prepared to climb short fixed ladders and occasionally to crawl on hands and knees or to stoop under sections of low roof. You do not need to bring ID!

What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?

Use the National Trust car park. If this is locked at the time of your visit, we will arrange to open it temporarily. There is no public transport between Alderley town (and station) and the meeting place opposite the Wizard restaurant.

What can/can't I bring to the event?

You cannot bring geological hammers. We recommend bringing as little as possible and anything you do bring must be in a rucksack or similar. You can bring a camera but only at your own risk.

Where can I contact the organiser with any questions?

Please email to alderleymines@derbyscc.org.uk. We do not have an office!

Is my registration/ticket transferrable?

Yes but make sure the organiser knows who is transferring the ticket to whom.

What is the refund policy?

We will refund if you have good reason not to attend. Please contact the organisers if you need to cancel. Once you have been briefed about safety and embarked on the trip, there can be no further refund, even if you find you want to cut the trip short.

The name on the registration/ticket doesn't match the attendee. Is that okay?

Yes but make sure the organiser knows who is transferring the ticket to whom.

Alderley Edge Copper Mines - a guided visit