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Cavers do not always go down caves! We generally enjoy any underground experience and one not too distant from most DCC members is the Queensway Tunnel under the Mersey between Liverpool and Birkenhead. There have now been two club trips to the tunnels led by experienced local guides. The picture shows the descent from the tunnel access at road level to the deck below where there are emergency bays.
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Slate mines in North Wales are found all around the perimeter of the Snowdonia mountain block. The slate was formed by pressure and heat due to volcanic activity. Slate mines are often massive and inclined as they follow the rock beds. They can also be dangerous with a risk of falling rock and bad air in places. Exploration requires a lot of care.

The next public event at the Alderley Edge mines is an evening trip at Wood Mine - Spooky Tours on Saturday 01/11/2025.To find out if there is still space available, go to the booking page.

In case of emergency at Alderley Edge, call POLICE 999 and ask for DERBYSHIRE CAVE RESCUE.   They will call out local team members.  Do NOT call for the Fire Brigade.