Gaping Gill
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The largest cave chamber in Britain, big enough to fit a whole cathedral inside.

📜 Natural cave in North Yorkshire, England.
🔍 Largest underground chamber in Britain, 98-100m deep, with a substantial waterfall.

Why Go

🌊 Dramatic chamber, big enough for a cathedral
✨ Winch meets allow public descent into chamber
🚶 Spectacular scenery on walk from Clapham
🦇 Home to rare species of bats and other wildlife

Why Avoid

⚠️ Entrance unfenced, take care
⏳ Long waits for winch descent/ascent possible
🌧️ Floor of main chamber very wet

Tips

🔦 Bring a head torch and wear waterproof clothing
🥪 Pack warm clothing and a packed lunch
🗺️ Map advisable for Yorkshire Dales

Cost

💰 Winch fee £30 per person (2025), trail admission £2.50 (2023).

Hours

🕒 Winch meets for one week in May and one week in August.

Last updated 4 days ago

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