Become a Member of BCA

Join BCA and become part of Buxton’s leading environmental and heritage charity, dedicated to preserving the natural landscapes and built heritage of Buxton.

Membership offers a range of exclusive benefits, from discounted events to free parking at Poole’s Cavern & Buxton Country Park, along with the satisfaction of supporting vital conservation and educational projects in Buxton and the wider Peak District region.

Join Buxton Civic Association this July and receive a free welcome gift!

Become a BCA Oak Member this July and help support the protection of Buxton’s heritage, environment and future.

To celebrate new memberships, the first 30 people to join as an Oak Member by annual Direct Debit will receive a selection of complimentary gifts, including:

  • A Poole’s Cavern & Buxton Country Park 100% organic cotton tea towel, made in the UK and designed by local artist Anna Cook.
  • A copy of The Wild Flowers of Grin Low Country Park.
  • A copy of Walking Amongst the Grotesques of Buxton.

By becoming a member of Buxton Civic Association, you’ll be supporting our work to conserve local heritage, protect our natural environment, champion Buxton’s historic character, and care for Poole’s Cavern and Buxton Country Park.

Terms & Conditions

  • Offer available to new Oak Members joining online by annual Direct Debit only.
  • Available on Individual, Couple and Family Oak memberships.
  • Limited to the first 30 new memberships.
  • One tea towel and one copy of each book per membership (not per person).
  • Offer closes on 31 July 2026, or once all 30 gift bundles have been claimed.
  • Membership welcome packs and gifts must be collected from Poole’s Cavern Visitor Centre.
  • Eligible new members will be contacted by email when their membership pack and gifts are ready for collection.

Why join BCA?

  • Enjoy a range of member-only perks, including discounts, access to events throughout the year, and more.
  • Support the conservation of 160-acres of woodlands in Buxton and Poole’s Cavern.
  • Be part of a like-minded organisation of over 800 members, passionate about protecting Buxton’s environment and heritage for future generations.

“I joined BCA because they are a group of committed experts who work tirelessly to conserve and protect what is most important to me: local woodland, natural habitat and wildlife. As a member, I get to attend free talks on fascinating subjects, or guided walks through Grin Low Woods.  I also like to visit the café at Poole’s Cavern to read my book over a coffee and have a look at the merchandise in the shop.”

Sue W, BCA Member since 2023

“We regularly walk our two dogs, Henry and Rosie, in Grin Low Woods. It’s a truly special place. As members of BCA, we are both so appreciative of all the behind the scenes work that goes on to care for and to maintain such a wonderful woodland for both the people of Buxton, as well as visitors from further afield, to enjoy.”

Mike & Julie, BCA Members

Membership Options

Join online today. For alternative payment methods, including one-off cash, card or cheque payments, please visit the Poole’s Cavern Visitor Centre to join.

Individual and Joint Adult (30+)

Beech Membership
– Individual, £15 per year
– Joint (2 adults living at the same address), £30 per year

Benefits include:

  • Membership welcome booklet (1 per membership)
  • Monthly e-newsletter (Members are added to our mailing list to receive our regular E-Newsletter as part of your package. If you would prefer not to receive this, please let us know. You can unsubscribe from our E-Newsletter at any time by clicking the link at the bottom of our emails).
  • Invitation to BCA Annual General Meeting.
  • Discounted members’ events.
  • Biodegradable BCA supporter window sticker.

Oak Membership
– Individual, £30 per year*
– Joint (2 adults living at the same address), £60 per year*
*12 x monthly payments via Direct Debit are available

Benefits include:

  • Membership welcome booklet (1 per membership)
  • Monthly e-newsletter (Members are added to our mailing list to receive our regular E-Newsletter as part of your package. If you would prefer not to receive this, please let us know. You can unsubscribe from our E-Newsletter at any time by clicking the link at the bottom of our emails).
  • Invitation to BCA Annual General Meeting.
  • Discounted members’ events.
  • 1x annual voucher for a discounted visit to Poole’s Cavern for x1 adult (individual) or x2 adults (joint) – Available after 3 months of membership
  • 10% discount at Café at the Cavern.
  • Free parking at the Poole’s Cavern & Buxton Country Park Visitor Centre (with annual parking pass)
  • Pre-sale access to special events
  • Biodegradable BCA supporter window sticker.

Oak Membership

Family (2 adults living at the same address & up to x4 children up to age 16), £72 per year*

*12 x monthly payments via Direct Debit are available

Benefits include:

  • Membership welcome booklet (1 per membership)
  • Poole’s Cavern Activity Pack for children.
  • Monthly e-newsletter (Members are added to our mailing list to receive our regular E-Newsletter as part of your package. If you would prefer not to receive this, please let us know. You can unsubscribe from our E-Newsletter at any time by clicking the link at the bottom of our emails).
  • Invitation to BCA Annual General Meeting.
  • Discounted members’ events.
  • 1x annual voucher for a discounted visit to Poole’s Cavern for x2 adults and up to 4 children – Available after 3 months of membership
  • 10% discount at Café at the Cavern.
  • Free parking at the Poole’s Cavern & Buxton Country Park Visitor Centre (with annual parking pass)
  • Pre-sale access to special events
  • Biodegradable BCA supporter window sticker.

Oak Membership

Young person, aged 16 – 29, £12 per year*

*12 x monthly payments via Direct Debit are available

Proof of age is required upon application

Benefits include:

  • Membership welcome booklet (1 per membership)
  • Monthly e-newsletter (Members are added to our mailing list to receive our regular E-Newsletter as part of your package. If you would prefer not to receive this, please let us know. You can unsubscribe from our E-Newsletter at any time by clicking the link at the bottom of our emails).
  • Invitation to BCA Annual General Meeting.
  • Discounted members’ events.
  • 1x annual voucher for a discounted visit to Poole’s Cavern for x1 Young Person – Available after 3 months of membership
  • 10% discount at Café at the Cavern.
  • Free parking at the Poole’s Cavern & Buxton Country Park Visitor Centre (with annual parking pass)
  • Pre-sale access to special events
  • Access to exclusive training, events and citizen science projects (e.g. cave science conservation projects)
  • Biodegradable BCA supporter window sticker.

Oak Membership

Individual, £350 one-off payment

Benefits include:

  • Membership welcome booklet (1 per membership)
  • Monthly e-newsletter (Members are added to our mailing list to receive our regular E-Newsletter as part of your package. If you would prefer not to receive this, please let us know. You can unsubscribe from our E-Newsletter at any time by clicking the link at the bottom of our emails).
  • Invitation to BCA Annual General Meeting.
  • Discounted members’ events.
  • 1x annual voucher for a discounted visit to Poole’s Cavern for x1 adult (individual) or x2 adults (joint) – Available after 3 months of membership
  • 10% discount at Café at the Cavern.
  • Free parking at the Poole’s Cavern & Buxton Country Park Visitor Centre (with a parking pass)
  • Pre-sale access to special events
  • BCA metal pin badge in presentation bag.
  • Free copy of ‘Remember the Past, Shape the Future: The First 50 Years of Buxton Civic Association’ by Olive Middleton & Trevor Donald.
  • Biodegradable BCA supporter window sticker.

Manage Your BCA Membership Account

Renew or manage your existing BCA Membership online with your account.