White Scar Caves, Show cave in Yorkshire Dales National Park, England
White Scar Caves is a limestone cave system beneath Ingleborough mountain in the Chapel-le-Dale valley, carved through layers of rock by underground water. The cave contains large chambers, passages, and a stream flowing through its depths.
The cave was first explored in 1923 by cavers and opened to visitors shortly after. This early discovery established it as a tourist destination for the local region.
The cave takes its name from the pale limestone formations that gleam white against the underground darkness. Visitors encounter these luminous walls as they move through the passages, creating a distinctive visual character.
Visits are by guided tour lasting around an hour and a half, taking visitors through the main sections of the cave system. The routes are well-established with stairs and narrow passages, so wear sturdy shoes and expect uneven ground.
An underground river runs through the caves with active waterfalls, continuing to carve and reshape the passages over time. This ongoing geological activity remains visible to visitors walking through the system.
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