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.