Caves · North West England
Runscar
In or near Horton in Ribblesdale.
Runscar — cave in england north west.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Ribblehead · 0.7 km
About
Runscar 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: Whernside SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Runscar is a cave located in North-West England. It is known for its geological features and natural formations. The cave offers opportunities for exploration and study, appealing to both cavers and those interested in geology. Visitors can expect a rugged environment typical of limestone caves in the region.
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- Coordinates
- 54.2123, -2.3618
- District
- North Yorkshire
- Parish
- Ingleton
- Postcode
- LA6 3AU
- Parliamentary constituency
- Skipton and Ripon
- Nearest railway station
- Ribblehead — 0.7 km
Sources
- osm: n11896656733 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Runscar?
- Runscar is in North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode LA6 3AU), in the parish of Ingleton.
- What is Runscar?
- Runscar — cave in england north west.
- How do I get to Runscar?
- The nearest railway station is Ribblehead, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode LA6 3AU.
- Is Runscar a protected site?
- Yes — Runscar is part of the Whernside SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Runscar?
- The nearest railway station is Ribblehead, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LA6 3AU.