Crank Caverns, Underground quarry network in Rainford, England
The sandstone tunnels of Crank Caverns form an extensive network with multiple entrances and chambers, including the Elephant Cave and The Mousey passage.
The site began as Rainford Delph Quarry around 1700, later serving as a World War II ammunition storage facility for the anti-aircraft position at Crank.
The caverns hold numerous tales of missing children, secret Catholic masses during the Reformation, and reported sightings of small creatures in the tunnels.
The caverns remain closed to public access due to safety concerns, though the exterior remains visible from nearby public footpaths.
The mining technique used in the caverns employs pillar and stall methods, where stone columns support the roof throughout the underground passages.
Location: Rainford
GPS coordinates: 53.49100,-2.73700
Latest update: March 27, 2025 06:42
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