Crackpot Cave
(Swaledale & Arkengarthdale)
Last updated: 18 Nov 2021
Hazards and Warnings
No hazards have been reported for Crackpot Cave
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Access
No restrictions
No permission is required. Please be courtous to land owners and follow an reasonable requests they make. Park with respect and don't block gateways etc.
Access for cavers is freely granted courtesy of Gunnerside Estate. Vehicles may be parked at the end of the public road, either side of the gate, without blocking access.
In March 2019 a major conservation project was undertaken by the CNCC to clear up a lot of mud that had been thrown or trampled over the calcite formations over many years, particularly in the main stream passage and the final chamber (The Turnip Field).
Those leading trips, particularly novice groups, are strongly encouraged to educate their group on cave conservation. A short CNCC video of the conservation works can be found by searching for Crackpot Cave on YouTube, which may be useful for educational purposes.
Please help us to keep Crackpot Cave a spectacular location by not touching the formations and for larger groups, please only go up into the final chamber (The Turnip Field) in small groups (2-3 at a time) to avoid congestion which will result in damage.
Thank you!
Rigging Topos and Descriptions
A fine short trip in Swaledale, popular with well-prepared novices and experienced cavers alike, featuring a splendid main streamway and good formations.
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Fixed Aids
No anchors
Crackpot Cave is not equipped with anchors or the status is unknown.
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Location
SD 9636 9534
54.3535813311096, -2.05750918905191
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Please note that locations are correct to the best of our knowledge however are often taken from old books so they may not be absolutely accurate and are shown simply as a guide.
Entrance Photos
