ShareHidden in a beautiful limestone gorge you'll find some of Britain's only known Ice Age art.
The archaeological findings at Creswell Crags provide a tantalizing glimpse into what life was like for our ancestors during the last Ice Age, between 50,000 and 10,000 years ago.
Venture into the limestone gorge and discover a network of caves linking us to our Ice Age history. Be sure to visit Robin Hood's cave, which was a hideout for Robin and His Merry Men, and explore the exhibitions on site, which bring the Ice Age to life before your very eyes.
Don a hard hat and take a tour to discover the ancient rock art and learn about the way the gorge has been used over thousands of years.
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