This really is one of my favourites, it only takes a couple of hours and is accessible in (almost) any weather. There are two entrances, we want the “normal” route which is on the left of the track when walking from Horton in Ribblesdale, a distance of about 2 kilometres. The “wet” route on the right of the track is only advisable in DRY weather!

The entrance (daylight) pitch is 6 m deep and requires a rope of 15 metres minimum, 20 metres if the rock is wet and slippery. The rigging will present no problem to those with only the basic skills, if you are uncertain and not accompanied by experienced cavers you can always hire a caving instructor.

A few metres down the slope is the second pitch- take great care not to dislodge any of the loose rock down the pitch. Both walls are equipped with eco- hangers so you will have a choice of routes, the left hand one is easier and drier. (Depth 12m, 30 m rope)

The third and final pitch follows almost immediately and consists of two distinct steps requiring 25 metres of rope (a few metres more if wet). At the foot of the pitch one can hear the roar of the water tumbling down the wet pitch, a spectacular sight in all but drought conditions.

The final chamber is large and impressive but sadly soon leads to a low aquatic section where repeated attempts to pass the sump have failed.

www.caveinstructor.org.uk

Written by  Ralph Johnson.

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It was fairly wet and it was still just about do-able without having to hold your breath. it looked like its been cleared quite recently. going again on sunday with some freshers so I'll report back on its current state :-)

 

Comment posted 29th October 2009 by Tom H.

Have done both routes routes, and the sump is now just a duck

 

Comment posted 29th October 2009 by Tom H.

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Thanks for letting us know, Tom.

 

Reply posted 29th October 2009 by Dan Alba.

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