The Stone Centre is a charity and dependent on a team of passionate volunteers and public donations.
Just 30 minutes north of Derby in the Derbyshire Dales, on the edge of the Peak District and easily accessible from the High Peak trail.
The National Stone Centre is a 40-acre site of natural landscape to explore. Open all year round and free to access.
Activities for the family include geo-trails to find fossils, gem-panning and a children's playground.
There is an onsite cafe for welcome refreshments and a Rock Shop with interesting objects that can be purchased as a memento of your visit.
There is always a warm welcome at the NSC. Keep an eye out for upcoming events, activities and special promotions.
To find out more information about each event, click the '+' or anywhere on the event listing tile.
Come and join us for geology and wildlife crafts with Volunteer Viv and Ranger Beth.
The craft workshops will take place each day from 10am - 2pm.
Tickets are available from the Rock Shop.
Please ensure you purchase your ticket first before heading to the marquee to take part.
Craft activities: £5.00 per child
Craf activities plus gem panning: £8.00 per child
Come along during the May half-term from the 23rd - 29th May at 12.30, 1.30 & 2.30 each day.
The trail tours leave hourly from the Rock Shop.
Additional trails may be added.
Children go FREE
£3.50 per adult
Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. Maximum 15 per group.
Come and explore the flowers of the National Stone Centre and learn about their history.
£1.00 per activity sheet from the Rock Shop.
The Stone Centre is a charity and dependent on a team of passionate volunteers and public donations.