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Caves · North West England

Spider Cave

In or near Giggleswick.

Spider Cave — cave in england north west.

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
45 min–1.5 h
Nearest railway station
Settle · 1.7 km

About

Spider Cave 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: Langcliffe Scars and Jubilee, Albert and Victoria Caves SSSI
  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Forest Of Bowland

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Spider Cave is a cave located in North-West England. It is known for its unique geological formations and subterranean features. The cave offers opportunities for exploration, attracting both amateur adventurers and experienced cavers. Visitors can expect a rugged environment with varying levels of difficulty in access and navigation.

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Coordinates
54.0734, -2.2577
Parish
Settle
Postcode
BD24 9LB
Parliamentary constituency
Skipton and Ripon
Nearest railway station
Settle — 1.7 km

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Spider Cave?
Spider Cave is in North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode BD24 9LB), in the parish of Settle.
What is Spider Cave?
Spider Cave — cave in england north west.
How do I get to Spider Cave?
The nearest railway station is Settle, about 1.7 km away. The nearest town is Giggleswick. Drivers can use postcode BD24 9LB.
Is Spider Cave a protected site?
Yes — Spider Cave is part of the Langcliffe Scars and Jubilee, Albert and Victoria Caves SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Forest Of Bowland National Landscape (AONB).
How do I get to Spider Cave?
The nearest railway station is Settle, about 1.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BD24 9LB.