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Mossdale Caverns

(Great Whernside)

Last updated: 27 Aug 2019

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 is slightly complex following a serious incident in the 1960s which resulted in the entrance being sealed (but soon after reopened by cavers). For decades, access to Mossdale Caverns was robustly refused by the landowner and the gamekeepers. However, advice that the CNCC has received by regular visitors since 2010 onwards suggests that the situation has mellowed and the gamekeepers are now accepting of access. 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. Heed the flood warning!

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Rigging Topos and Descriptions

We don't have a topo or description for Mossdale Caverns.

Fixed Aids

Mossdale Caverns is not equipped with any BCA approved resin bonded anchors. Any placed anchors or other equipment should be treated with extreme caution.

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Location

SE 01610 69750

54.1236081820276, -1.97686097421978

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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.

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