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Technical Speleological Group (Castleton)
The TSG is involved in all forms of caving - recreational and exploratory, both locally and abroad. Accommodation is available at the club hut in the centre of Castleton.
Contacts: Larry Blanchard (TSG Secretary)
T: 0115 953 5456 & 07817 333 979.
E: lara_larry@hotmail.com
Hostel Bookings: Ann Soulsby
M: 07946 250780.
E: warden@tsgcaving.co.uk.
Discounts for student groups – Contact for details.
W: www.tsgcaving.co.uk


Crewe Climbing and Potholing Club (North Staffordshire / South Cheshire)
Meets at 8.30pm on the first Monday of every month (delayed one week on bank holidays) at The Bleeding Wolf pub, Scholar Green, nr. Kidsgrove, Stoke-on-Trent. They are a long established, friendly and active club, caving in all areas, home and abroad, and welcome new members.
Turn up at a meeting or Contact >
Ralph Johnson, 92 Long Valley Road, Biddulph, Stoke-on-Trent, ST8 6QZ.
Tel: 01782 515753
Email > RJohnCAVE@aol.com
Club Website > www.ccpc.org.uk.
Sheffield University Speleological Society (Sheffield)
SUSS are based in Sheffield, and are very active in the Peak District and elsewhere in the UK and abroad.
For further information contact:
SUSS, Sports and Activities Office, Sheffield University Union of Students, Western Bank, Sheffield or email SUSS@Sheffield.ac.uk

Orpheus Caving Club (Nr. Monyash)
Accomodation is available at the club's converted cottage.
For further information send an SEA to:
Jenny Potts, 3 Greenway, Hulland Ward, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 3FE.
or contact Jenny by Email
or have a look at the club web site at http://www.orpheuscavingclub.org.uk.
Eldon Pothole Club (Buxton)
We are a club that welcome the aspirant as well as the experienced caver. Caving in the Peak District, Yorkshire Dales, South Wales, the Mendips and abroad. Come and join us and find out more.
For further information contact:
'For further info please contact the Secretary, Steve Rider, Mountside, East St, Leek, Staffs, ST13 6LF, tel 01538 383722 or 0777 626 0202' or email s.rider@tiscali.co.uk
or have a look at the club web site at http://www.eldon.org.uk.
Masson Caving Group (Matlock Bath/Cromford)
MCG celebrated its 20th Anniversary in 1999. With over 60 members, it is one of the largest caving clubs in Derbyshire and we welcome new members who are interested in exploring caves and/or mines. The club has a comprehensive and varied year-round meets programme, a substantial amount of well maintained tackle and provides training on caving techniques. We also have personal caving gear available for those wanting to give caving a try.
For further information contact:
The Secretary: Amanda Clements
E-mail amandaclements2000@yahoo.co.uk
Club website at www.massoncavers.com
Manchester University Speleology Club (Manchester)
MUSC are an active university club with regular trips to the Peak District and the Yorkshire Dales. We hold training sessions every Wednesday, and socialise at Lass O'Gowrie pub afterwards.
For further information contact:
Email: musc-committee@lists.man.ac.uk
Visit our club website at http://www.musc.org.uk.
Chesterfield Caving Club (Chesterfield)
A friendly local club where new members (18+) of any level of experience are welcome. Meets every first Tuesday of the month at the The Market, New Square, Chesterfield, Derbyshire.
Contacts: Frank Beasley (Treasurer / Joint Secretary), 4 Lavant Court, Lydden Close, Brimington, Chesterfield, S43 1NA.
T: 01246 208315 E: frankjbeasley@tiscali.co.uk
Club Website > www.chesterfieldcavingclub.org.uk.
Peak District Mines Historical Society
The Peak District Mines Historical Society exists to document, research and preserve important industrial heritage sites in Derbyshire and the Peak District, and to promote interest and understanding in mines, mining and minerals. Many active members, regular meets list, twice-yearly bulletin, quarterly newsletter, new members always welcome.
For further information:
Web site: www.pdmhs.com
Rubber Duck Caving Club (Stockport)
Small, active, friendly club welcomes new members (18+) experienced or novices. Caving mainly in the Yorkshire Dales, Derbyshire, South Wales and abroad. Monthly meetings at the Bredbury Consevative Club, George Lane, Bredbury, Stockport.
For further information contact:
Pete Bennett >>>>
Tel: 0161 406 7772
Email: potholepete@talktalk.net
York University Cave & Pothole Club (York)
We meet every Thursday at the university sports centre and welcome both student and non student members. Although we cave mostly in the Dales we try to get to the Peak District as much as possible and have annual breaks away to both the Mendips and South Wales.
For further information:
Contact the Club Secretary, Jessica Walkup, info@yucpc.org.uk
The club web site can be found at http://www.yucpc.org.uk.
York Caving Club (York)
We're a relatively new club offering regular trips to the dales, Derbyshire as well as other caving areas of the UK and abroad. We are involved with several digging projects in the North Yorkshire Moors and anyone is welcome to get involved. We welcome new members, but ask that they have at least some caving/rope work experience.
For further information:
info@yorkcavingclub.org.uk
www.yorkcavingclub.org.uk.
Lost World Caving Club (Leicester)
A small friendly club. New members of all levels of experience welcome. Training given. Monthly weekend trips away often supplemented by day trips to Derbyshire.
For further information contact:
Andy Hitchcock
M: 07769 808899
E: andrew.hitchcock@ntlworld.com
W: www.lostworldcaving.co.uk
Doncaster Torne Valley Caving Club
A friendly local club which welcomes new members (18+), no prior experience necessary as full training will be given. Caving trips regularly take place to the Peak District and Yorkshire Dales.
For further information write to:
Paul Johnson (Secretary), 14 Pavillion Close, Edlington Parks, Doncaster, DN12 1SP.
or contact Paul Johnson, by email PaulJo1@blueyonder.co.uk
The Hyperion Club (Stockport)
A friendly and active club established in 1945. Caving in all areas throughout the UK and abroad. Welcomes new members. Meets every Tuesday at the Red Bull on Hillgate, Stockport from 9:30 pm.
Turn up on a Tuesday or contact:
The Secretary: Adrian Pedley, 6/7 Flash Cottage, Knowls Lane, Lees, Oldham, OL4 5RR, Tel: 0161 624 7572
Email apedley@iacontrol.co.uk

Derbyshire Caving Club (Stockport)
The DCC is based in Stockport and draws its members from Stockport, Wilsmslow, Macclesfield and surrounding areas. The club has around 100 members and at present spends a lot of time and energy at Alderley Edge Copper Mines for which it controls access.
For further information contact:
The secretary, Colin Davison at 10 Shirley Close, Hazel Grove, Stockport, Cheshire SK7 5AX or email secretary@derbyscc.org.uk
or visit the club website at http://www.derbyscc.org.uk.
Harston Caving Club (The Heights, Foxt, Nr Cheadle)
For further information write to:
Leigh Stimpson, The Heights, Foxt, Nr Cheadle, Stffordshire, ST10 2HN.
or contact Leigh (Club Secretary) by Email
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