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Caves Β· North West England

Leadmine Hole

In or near Ingleton.

Leadmine Hole β€” cave in england north west.

Souther Scales Farm - geograph.org.uk - 3028999

Dave Corby β€” CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
45 min–1.5 h
Nearest railway station
Ribblehead Β· 3.1 km

About

Leadmine Hole is a cave located in england north west. A British cave recorded in OpenStreetMap. Most are in carboniferous limestone country.

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Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Ingleborough SSSI
  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Whernside SSSI
  • National Nature Reserve: INGLEBOROUGH

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Leadmine Hole is a cave located in North-West England. It is known for its geological features and historical significance related to lead mining. The site attracts cavers and geology enthusiasts interested in exploring its subterranean environment. Visitors can expect a natural setting that showcases the region's unique landscape.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
54.1871, -2.3961
Parish
Ingleton
Postcode
LA6 3JE
Parliamentary constituency
Skipton and Ripon
Nearest railway station
Ribblehead β€” 3.1 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Leadmine Hole?
Leadmine Hole is in North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode LA6 3JE), in the parish of Ingleton.
What is Leadmine Hole?
Leadmine Hole β€” cave in england north west.
How do I get to Leadmine Hole?
The nearest railway station is Ribblehead, about 3.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode LA6 3JE.
Is Leadmine Hole a protected site?
Yes β€” Leadmine Hole is part of the Ingleborough SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Whernside SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
How do I get to Leadmine Hole?
The nearest railway station is Ribblehead, about 3.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LA6 3JE.