Caves · Yorkshire & the Humber
Mother Shipton's Cave
In or near Scriven.
Mother Shipton's Cave is a cave in the United Kingdom.

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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.
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- Coordinates
- 54.0036, -1.4712
- District
- North Yorkshire
- Parish
- Knaresborough
- Postcode
- HG5 8PN
- Parliamentary constituency
- Harrogate and Knaresborough
- Nearest railway station
- Knaresborough — 0.6 km
- Opening
- Daily 10am–4pm; last admission 3pm
- Official site
- www.mothershipton.co.uk
Sources
- osm: n492043412 (ODbL)
Other places nearby

Petrifying well
Waterfalls · 0.0 km

Town Gas Lighting plaque
Memorials & monuments · 0.2 km

Mother Shipton's Museum and Gift Shop
Museums · 0.2 km

Mother Shipton Inn
Historic pubs · 0.2 km

Low Bridge Over River Nidd
Historic bridges · 0.2 km

Old Mother Shipton's Cave Park
Caves · 0.2 km

Pub Owl
Historic pubs · 0.3 km

Castle Mills
Memorials & monuments · 0.3 km

World War I Centenary plaque
Memorials & monuments · 0.4 km

Knaresborough War Memorial
Memorials & monuments · 0.4 km

Knaresborough Castle and Court House Museum
Museums · 0.4 km

House in the Rock plaque
Memorials & monuments · 0.4 km
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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.