Caves · Yorkshire & the Humber
Old Wife's Pot Hole
In or near Hawkswick.
Old Wife's Pot Hole — cave in england yorkshire.
Tim Heaton — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
About
Old Wife's Pot Hole is a cave located in england yorkshire. A British cave recorded in OpenStreetMap. Most are in carboniferous limestone country.
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Black Keld Catchment SSSI
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: West Nidderdale, Barden and Blubberhouses Moors SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Nidderdale
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Old Wife's Pot Hole is a cave located in Yorkshire. This site is known for its geological features and underground passages. It attracts cavers and enthusiasts interested in exploring its natural formations. The cave offers a unique opportunity to experience the subterranean landscape of the Yorkshire region.
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- Coordinates
- 54.1292, -1.9853
Sources
- osm: n2781512535 (ODbL)
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Old Wife's Pot Hole?
- Old Wife's Pot Hole is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom.
- What is Old Wife's Pot Hole?
- Old Wife's Pot Hole — cave in england yorkshire.
- How do I get to Old Wife's Pot Hole?
- Its coordinates are 54.1292°, -1.9853°.
- Is Old Wife's Pot Hole a protected site?
- Yes — Old Wife's Pot Hole is part of the Black Keld Catchment SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the West Nidderdale, Barden and Blubberhouses Moors SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.