Blue John Cavern: Rockhounding in Derbyshire, Derbyshire

Blue John Cavern is a mapped rockhounding spot in Derbyshire, Derbyshire, United Kingdom. Reported finds include blue john, fluorite, calcite. Below: coordinates, access notes, and nearby spots.

Quick details

Access: Paid / fee site
Area: Derbyshire
County / council area: Derbyshire
Postcode: S33 8WP
Coordinates: 53.34550, -1.80320

Land & collecting status

Pay-to-visit collecting site

This is a paid collecting location. Hours, prices, and what you can keep vary by operator. Call ahead before driving out.

Rules differ across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. Most UK land is private, beaches and foreshore generally tolerate casual pebble collecting, and SSSIs and scheduled monuments are protected. Check this site's status before you collect.

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Found at Blue John Cavern

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Blue John Cavern FAQ

Where is Blue John Cavern?+

Blue John Cavern is in Derbyshire, Derbyshire, United Kingdom, at 53.34550, -1.80320.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Blue John Cavern?+

Blue John Cavern is reported to produce Blue John, Fluorite, Calcite.

Is collecting allowed at Blue John Cavern?+

Pay-to-visit collecting site. This is a paid collecting location. Hours, prices, and what you can keep vary by operator. Call ahead before driving out. Access rules in the UK differ by nation and land type, so always confirm permission and protections before a trip.

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