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The Great Britain Guide

Caves Β· North West England

Priest's Hole

In or near Patterdale.

Priest's Hole β€” cave in england north west.

The beginning of the descent into Dovedale - geograph.org.uk - 2340779

Bill Boaden β€” CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
45 min–1.5 h

About

Priest's 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: Helvellyn & Fairfield SSSI
  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Eden and Tributaries SSSI

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Priest's Hole is a cave located in North-West England. It is known for its historical significance and natural features. The cave serves as a popular spot for caving enthusiasts and those interested in geology. Visitors can explore its unique formations and the surrounding landscape.

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

Coordinates
54.4903, -2.9650

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Priest's Hole?
Priest's Hole is in North-West England, United Kingdom.
What is Priest's Hole?
Priest's Hole β€” cave in england north west.
How do I get to Priest's Hole?
Its coordinates are 54.4903Β°, -2.9650Β°.
Is Priest's Hole a protected site?
Yes β€” Priest's Hole is part of the Helvellyn & Fairfield SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the River Eden and Tributaries SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.