Caves and Caverns
Caves and caverns attract many visitors who enjoy them in different ways. Visiting a cave on a tour can be a great family activity but the caves are also used by professionals who can travel miles in cavern system like the ones found at White Scar Cave near Hawes. Caving in this manner is very dangerous and should only be undertaking with the appropriate safety gear & knowledge, or by hiring a professional guide.
Traditionally, caves have often had place in the local folklore or may even have been used as an ancient dwelling. The historical and archaeological significance of caves in the region has been proved through the discovery many Neolithic remains, Attermire Cave near Settle is an example of this.
Knaresborough, North Yorkshire
Mother Shipton's Cave which has been tourist attraction since 1630, is situated near Knaresborough, North Yorkshire close to the River Nidd.
Ingleton, Yorkshire Dales
Imagine a subterranean landscape, beautifully lit, with gushing streams and waterfalls, exotic cave formations, and a huge ice-age cavern adorned with thousands of stalactites. This is White Scar...
Yorkshire Dales
The Yorkshire Dales contains some of England’s finest limestone scenery making it a popular destination for caving and pothholing.
Stainforth, Settle, Yorkshire Dales
Local Business with Qualified & Experienced Local Instructors Yorkshire Dales Guides was set up in 1991 by Dave Gallivan, and has established an impressive list of clients.
Clapham, Ingleton, Yorkshire Dales
Ingleborough Cave has been entrancing visitors for over 170 years. Why not let it entrance you...
Pateley Bridge, Yorkshire Dales
Stump Cross Caverns is one of Britain's premier show caves, located in Nidderdale on the border of the Yorkshire Dales National Park.