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    The Dudley Tunnel Trip

    2021 Boat Trips 7 April, 16 May, 12 June, 11 July, 14 August, 12 September
    2 hour boat trip 10am start
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Discover a magical world deep under the heart of Dudley.

Limestone mines and rocks date back 428 million years and our knowledgeable skippers take you back through the ages to talk about the formation of the area, its impressive Industrial Revolution legacy and the formation of the Trust in the 60's as they set about preserving this unique environment for future generations.

Our 45 minute boat trips run daily into the caverns, Due to current conditions regarding COVID-19 we are asking everyone to pre-book these trips, please click here for more information and to book.

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Start: 1st January, 2020 at 12:00am

End: 31st December, 2020 at 12:00am

Published: 31st March, 2019

Updated: 26th August, 2020

Author: Traci Dix-Williams

Location: Dudley Canal and Tunnel Trust, 501 Birmingham New Road, Dudley, DY1 4SB

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The Dudley Tunnel Trip

The Dudley Tunnel Trip

2021 Boat Trips 7 April, 16 May, 12 June, 11 July, 14 August, 12 September
2 hour boat trip 10am start
A trip through the entire Dudley Tunnel is mesmerising - have you discovered it yet? Read more

Start: 5th April, 2020 at 10:00am

End: 1st November, 2020 at 1:00pm

Published: 31st March, 2019

Updated: 9th October, 2020

Author: Traci Dix-Williams

Location: Dudley Canal and Tunnel Trust, 501 Birmingham New Road, Dudley, DY1 4SB

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  • Safeguarding Statement

    Safeguarding Statement

    Dudley Canal & Tunnel Trust welcomes visitors of all ages. Our Safeguarding Policy is written to ensure that all children and vulnerable adults are guaranteed appropriate and safe treatment when visiting our centre and caverns.

  • Site update

    Site update

    Due to Government requirements for National Lockdown we are not open to the public at this time. We hope to be back operating soon. Stay Safe.

  • Culture Recovery Fund

    Culture Recovery Fund

    Dudley Canal and Tunnel Trust is thrilled to hear we have received funding thanks to the government’s #CultureRecoveryFund so that we can continue to be here for you and #HereForCulture

  • Covid Secure Site - Update

    Covid Secure Site - Update

    A quick look at how we are continuing to offer a safe place to visit.

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    The Dudley Underground Experience

    Discover a hidden underground world on our boat trips!

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    We’re handily located on the Birmingham New Road just outside of Dudley.

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    Gongoozler Coffee Shop

    A bright and airy cafe offering a tempting range of meals and snacks for everyone. From mid morning breakfasts, hearty lunches, tempting snacks , our café offers it all.

  • Donate today to Keep us Afloat

    Donate today to Keep us Afloat

    As the need to remain closed continues the Dudley Canal and Tunnel Trust faces an uncertain future. We need your help and support to ensure we can continue to care for and preserve these unique caverns, tunnels and mines. Please help us.

  • Digital Learning

    Digital Learning

    Discover our exciting new free digital learning resources - perfect for home educating families, community groups or teachers looking for worksheets to send home! Make a model of the inside of the Earth, create a strata trifle, explore why things float and sink and much more!

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  • Draw My Town Competition

    Draw My Town Competition

    Our friends at Metro Alliance have asked us to share a very exciting competition with you. Check out the information on how to enter here.

  • Mission, Vision and Values

    Mission, Vision and Values

    A charitable Trust with the twin aims of preserving the Mines, Tunnels, Caverns and Waterways of this unique environment and educating and engaging all with its stories and spirit.

  • Dudley Tunnel Tow Through Service

    In conjunction with Canal and River Trust we offer a free tow through service for boaters wishing to take their own boat through the Dudley Tunnel. We can also escort kayaks and canoes through the tunnels by appointment.

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Dudley Canal & Tunnel Trust

501 Birmingham New Road
Dudley, West Midlands
DY1 4SB

Company Registration No. 09784120
Charity Number 1166460
VAT No. 266 1745 87

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Phone: 0121 557 6265

Email: [email protected]

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