Buxton Civic Association Receives £14,400 Funding Boost for Visitor Experience Improvements at Poole’s Cavern & Buxton Country Park

Tuesday 7th July 2026

Buxton Civic Association (BCA) is delighted to announce the completion of a series of visitor experience improvements at Poole’s Cavern & Buxton Country Park, made possible through a £14,400 grant from Tarmac via the Landfill Communities Fund.

Completed in late Spring 2026, the project has enhanced facilities and interpretation across the site, helping to improve the experience for the thousands of visitors who enjoy the attraction each year.

The funding has supported a range of improvements, including:

  • Six new branded parasols for the outdoor seating area, providing additional comfort and shelter for visitors.
  • A refurbished Visitor Centre front desk, creating a more engaging and modernised arrival experience.
  • Five new TV screens throughout the Visitor Centre, showcasing visitor information, marketing content, upcoming events, and community projects.
  • New interpretative graphics and décor on the historical Monkey House window, helping visitors learn more about cave science developments at Poole’s Cavern and the charitable work of Buxton Civic Association.
  • Paint and materials for redecorating the Monkey House exterior.

Poole’s Cavern & Buxton Country Park is one of the Peak District region’s most popular visitor attractions, welcoming visitors from across the UK and beyond. The improvements form part of BCA’s ongoing commitment to enhancing visitor facilities while sharing the site’s rich natural and cultural heritage.

Dave Green, Chief Executive Officer of Buxton Civic Association, said:

“The support from Tarmac through the Landfill Communities Fund has enabled us to make a number of meaningful improvements that will directly benefit our visitors. From enhanced interpretation and digital information displays to upgraded visitor facilities, these investments help us continue providing a high-quality experience for everyone who visits Poole’s Cavern & Buxton Country Park. We are extremely grateful for this support and the positive impact it will have for years to come.”

The Landfill Communities Fund supports community and environmental projects located near landfill sites, helping organisations deliver lasting benefits for local people and visitors alike.

These latest improvements complement BCA’s wider programme of investment across Poole’s Cavern & Buxton Country Park, ensuring the attraction remains a leading destination for visitors while supporting the organisation’s charitable mission of heritage conservation, education, and community engagement.