Great Douk Cave, Natural cave system in Chapel-le-Dale, Yorkshire Dales National Park, United Kingdom
The cave contains five entrances and extends for 914 meters through limestone passages with flowing water and small waterfalls along its route.
The first documented reference to the cave appears in John Hutton's Addendum to Thomas West's Guide to the Lakes, published in 1780.
Local spelunking groups regularly organize educational trips to teach beginners about cave formations, geology, and environmental conservation practices.
Visitors can access the cave through a main path near the Hill Inn, with no special permissions required for exploration.
A new entrance formed naturally in April 2021 when a surface shakehole collapsed into the existing stream passage below.
GPS coordinates: 54.18820,-2.38894
Latest update: March 5, 2025 14:09
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