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The Great Britain Guide

Caves · Yorkshire & the Humber

Mother Shipton's Cave

In or near Scriven.

Free admission

Mother Shipton's Cave is a cave in the United Kingdom.

Mother Shipton's Cave - geograph.org.uk - 8167992

Schlosser67 — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
45 min–1.5 h
Nearest railway station
Knaresborough · 0.6 km
  • Free entry
  • Family-friendly
  • Dog-friendly

About

Mother Shipton's Cave is a named cave entrance in the United Kingdom. Admission charged. Coordinates: 54.0036°, -1.4712°. This entry is part of The Great Britain Guide, a free, ad-free, open-data tourist directory.

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Official information

Mother Shipton's Cave is a historical attraction located in Knaresborough, featuring natural rock formations and a petrifying well. Visitors can explore the scenic woodland park and enjoy various family-friendly activities, including an adventure playground.

Place summary

Mother Shipton's Cave is a cave located in Knaresborough, Yorkshire. It is known for its association with the legendary figure Mother Shipton, a 16th-century prophetess. The site is a designated tourist attraction, featuring a museum and gardens.

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

Coordinates
54.0036, -1.4712
Parish
Knaresborough
Postcode
HG5 8PN
Parliamentary constituency
Harrogate and Knaresborough
Nearest railway station
Knaresborough0.6 km
Opening
Daily 10am–4pm; last admission 3pm

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Mother Shipton's Cave?
Mother Shipton's Cave is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode HG5 8PN), in the parish of Knaresborough.
What is Mother Shipton's Cave?
Mother Shipton's Cave is a cave in the United Kingdom.
How do I get to Mother Shipton's Cave?
The nearest railway station is Knaresborough, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode HG5 8PN.
How do I get to Mother Shipton's Cave?
The nearest railway station is Knaresborough, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode HG5 8PN.