Site Tours

Ice Age Tours

February - October: Every weekend and daily during most school holidays.
November - January: Sundays only.
Discover what Creswell Crags was like during the last Ice Age on a tour of Robin Hood Cave, the largest cave on site. Find out who was here, what was here, why they were here and how we know.
Booking recommended.
Tour charges: Adult £4.75, Concession £4.25, Child £3.00, Family offer - £2.00 off the price of an adult ticket when accompanied by 2 or more children.

Rock Art Tours

March - September: Every day that Ice Age Tours run.
Your chance to see the only known Ice Age rock art in Britain. The tour will start with a brief talk about the art and the site and then you will be taken to Church Hole Cave, home of the world famous art.
Booking essential.
Tour charges: Adult £6.00, Concession £5.50, Child £3.00, Family offer - £2.00 off the price of an adult ticket when accompanied by 2 or more children.

Essential Tour Information

For your safety please wear flat shoes, boots or trainers. Hard hats and lights will be provided at the beginning of your tour. Due to the nature of the cave interiors we would recommend that groups with under fives and people who have mobility concerns seek advice when booking.

For more information about cave tours click here.

Events Programme 2008

Storytelling Weekend
2nd and 3rd February
Storytellers have been travelling to Creswell Crags and passing on their tales for thousands of years. Be part of this ancient tradition and join us for a magical weekend.

Ice Age Easter
21st - 24th March
This one's a cracker! Learn the skills of the great Creswell hunters and track down our Easter treats. Can you complete our free Easter Challenge trail and win your prize?

Museums and Galleries Month: 'Innovation'
May
What's new in prehistory? A month long exploration of what's hot from the last Ice Age. Get ready to be amazed by the gizmos and gadgets from one of the most amazing times of change in human history.

National Archaeology Week
12th - 20th July
Join us for a huge celebration of all thing archaeological, we've gathered together special guests and exciting activities that will bring you bang up to date with the past.

Heritage Open Days
11th - 14th September
This September we will be giving you a glimpse into the future of Creswell Crags. You have the opportunity to take a tour of our brand new Museum and Education Centre, prior to its opening later in the year. Plus discover the work behind the scenes of the current museum. We will tidy up first, honest.

Big Draw week
October Half-Term
Creswell Crags is home to Britain's oldest known art. So there no better place to visit and gain inspirations for the creative artist in you, take part in free art activities, and try out different techniques every day.

Christmas Crags
14th December
Santa takes a day out of his busy Advent schedule to visit us here at the Crags. Come and take part in the festive fun and make your Christmas wish.

Also this year…

Crags Crafts
Want to make an Ice Age mask, create pictures from leaf prints or paint a giant mammoth? Different activities will be taking place throughout school holidays, and they're all free! Call in advance to find out what's on.

Shakespeare in the Meadow 2008
Last year's open-air performances were a great success. This summer Crags Meadow will once more showcase some of the great bard's most popular plays.

Also this year we have a special afternoon performance of the classic Sleeping Beauty, which will be perfect for families with younger children.

A Midsummer Night's Dream - Saturday 21st June 2008
The Tempest - Wednesday 20th August 2008
Sleeping Beauty - Sunday 24th August 2008

Please note that we may have to change events due to weather conditions or other unforeseeable situations. Please contact the visitor centre to check what activities are running.

All children must be accompanied by an adult for tours and activities.

For further information and bookings, please call 01909 720378 or email info@creswell-crags.org.uk

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