Buttertubs Pass
A steep and winding road in the Yorkshire Dales passes by these deep natural potholes.

ā›°ļø Mountain pass in the Yorkshire Dales, known for its deep limestone potholes.

Why Go

šŸžļø Provides awesome views over the spectacular Yorkshire Dales
🚓 Popular cycle route, part of the 2014 Tour de France Grand Depart
šŸ‘€ Convenient stopping place near the summit offers impressive vistas and up-close view into the tubs
šŸ’§ See water cascading into tubs in wet weather

Why Avoid

āš ļø Very narrow road with sheer drops on either side
😬 Drive is not for the faint-hearted

Tips

šŸ’” The pass is named after 65-foot-deep limestone potholes
🧈 Farmers reportedly stored butter in these holes on hot days to keep it cool
šŸ” One limestone formation is easy to miss on the other side of the road; access via a narrow opening in the protective fence

šŸ…æļø Parking

Convenient stopping place near the summit
Map coordinates point to a pull-off near the summit

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