(Great Whernside)
Hazards and Warnings
Mossdale Caverns is a seriously flood-prone cave, with passages only a few minutes into the entrance filling to the roof in flood and passages further into the cave sumping with only a small rise in river levels. Mossdale must only be considered following at least two days of dry weather and with an absolute certainty of no rain during your trip.
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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.
The access situation at Mossdale Caverns has historically been slightly complex following a serious incident in the 1960s which resulted in the entrance being sealed (but soon after reopened by cavers). For decades after, access to Mossdale Caverns was robustly refused by the landowner and the gamekeepers. This is no longer an issue. The cave is on access land and the route of approach from Yarnburn or Conistone (Yarnbury offering the easiest approach with the least uphill) is entirely via public footpaths and access land. The CNCC recommends that if visiting Mossdale, and you meet any gamekeeper, be polite and open about your intentions. Such encounters are typically friendly and problem-free these days. Heed the flood warning!
This cave is on access land. Click here for more information.
Rigging Topos, Descriptions & Documents
We don't have a topo or description for Mossdale Caverns.
Fixed Aids
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Location
54.1236081820276, -1.97686097421978
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
