Yordas Cave
Yordas Cave
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Trevor L
10 contributions
Jul 2022 • Couples
Came up here because of our hobby of geocaching and what a great find it was. Cave is huge inside although the entrance is not easy to find but big enough not to cause any problems.
Once inside we headed for the sound of running water and were rewarded with a lovely waterfall. Unfortunately the weather had been very dry and there was not an awful lot of water flowing.
Come prepared with good torches and enjoy the sights
Once inside we headed for the sound of running water and were rewarded with a lovely waterfall. Unfortunately the weather had been very dry and there was not an awful lot of water flowing.
Come prepared with good torches and enjoy the sights
Written July 28, 2022
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Lupin2003
St Albans58 contributions
Aug 2021
Nipped up here one afternoon during a family holiday, just me and 13 year old son, the younger kids weren't that keen. We weren't sure what to expect and felt a bit underprepared as we walked into the cave with one proper torch (and 2 phone torches) between us, trainers we were willing to get wet in (no wellies), and anoraks - particularly as there was a fully geared up caver leaving as we arrived! However, we had a brilliant hour sloshing about in the stream, discovering the different sections of the cave, both the waterfall end including the vertical squeeze to it, and the opposite end with both a dry and wet crawl-squeeze. Felt very safe at all times, we didn't bang our heads or feel like we were at any time putting ourselves in any danger... very careful looking where we were walking and so on. It felt like a proper adventure though and was a surprise highlight of our holiday. Reading up on the cave features and different spaces was definitely worth it, and would recommend taking screen shots before you go in so you can refer back once you are inside. There's obviously no signal inside the cave but none in the vicinity outside either.
Written August 24, 2021
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AJS
Culcheth, UK11 contributions
Apr 2018 • Family
I used to use Yordas Cave with groups of school children. It's ideal for a first experience because once inside and after going round a bend, you end up in a large domed cave which is virtually 99% dark if you turn off lights. The ground was always muddy and we used to plant lit candles a little way back from the walls so that children should create shadow-plays featuring Yordas the Giant. Also nearby is a vertical squeeze that isn't frightening and, if you know where to look, a more traditional crawl-squeeze which is challenging but not dangerous nor difficult nor all that long. The whole area is very atmospheric. I'd advise you to research the local legends which have built up about the cave - especially if you are taking children with you. Also, of course, take a couple of torches and, if you're of a creative frame of mind, maybe a few candles and matches! As always with all caves - be careful if it is raining or has recently rained heavily.
(I used to use the cave in the mid 1980's so can't choose a date for that using Tripadvisor's menu)
(I used to use the cave in the mid 1980's so can't choose a date for that using Tripadvisor's menu)
Written March 6, 2019
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GF only
Oxfordshire, UK23 contributions
Nov 2018 • Family
We decided to pop off track and visit the cave, I have to admit I am not a fan and them all scary. I walked in with my hubby and the dog and I was shocked at how much you could see and just how far in you could go.
Well worth a visit and if you don’t fancy walking there why not just drive there.
Also a great spot for a picnic, just remember to bring your best torch with you.
Well worth a visit and if you don’t fancy walking there why not just drive there.
Also a great spot for a picnic, just remember to bring your best torch with you.
Written November 24, 2018
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Matthew W
21 contributions
Apr 2019 • Family
YORDAS is a definate stop off, it can be combined into a walk along the Turbury road or a single drive to by itself. Wellies are definately needed to fully explore but you can have a look around in walking boots. Just take a torch and have a wonder around, totally safe no dangerous places so feel free to let the kids go wild you might get the bug for some more caving!
Yordas for the day tripper is a large single cavern, as you enter to the left the water disappears into the ground, to the right you can have a look at the Chapel, small chamber where the water enters, you will definately need wellies to get into here as there is a narrow very short passage with water flowing in the bottom, not more than a couple of inches deep in dry weather. Well worth the effort.
Yordas for the day tripper is a large single cavern, as you enter to the left the water disappears into the ground, to the right you can have a look at the Chapel, small chamber where the water enters, you will definately need wellies to get into here as there is a narrow very short passage with water flowing in the bottom, not more than a couple of inches deep in dry weather. Well worth the effort.
Written September 17, 2019
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Bale
24 contributions
Aug 2019
You can just park 100 m from the cave and walk into the great chamber (when it's not flood from previous rain). A torch is recommended because after the bend it gets dark. We needed wellies because there was a river in the chamber. Further up outside there are interesting waterfalls that vanish in a gully.
Written September 2, 2019
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Michael P
Greater London, UK81 contributions
Jul 2017 • Friends
Parked of on the roadside intending to clamber up onto Gragareth and along to Great Coum, then back and over Whernside. Noticed Yordas Cave on the map, so being inquisitive, and having a suitalble torch and clothing, went back to have a look. You just need to switch on the torch, slip off your pack, bend down and go into the hole. You’ll be amazed that it is so easy to enter such a large cave and not have to crawl, get muddy, risk drowning etc. Go on. Have a look.
Written June 18, 2018
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Carol H
7 contributions
Apr 2018 • Friends
Yordas Cave is fascinating but take care and make sure you have a good torch. We visited with Manchester & Salford Ramblers this weekend and exiting we didn’t realise there was a deep fissure on the left hand side. One of our party fell in! The water was up to his knees and only the top of his head was visible. He could have banged his head on the roof of the cave and suffered concussion. Potentially very dangerous.
Written April 15, 2018
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r0selle6
Morecambe, UK50 contributions
Mar 2018 • Couples
This former Victorian showcave is a super starting point fort exploring the world of caving. It is not to difficult to explore and people can then progress on to the White Scar Caves that are a little more difficult. A torch and realisticly strong footwear is essential for touring these caves, via the lower entry point. The Yordas cave is like all caves, fascinating to see.
Written October 21, 2018
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Gary D
York, UK15 contributions
Jul 2018 • Friends
A nice first experience of the underground for anyone just wanting a go. The lower entrance is an easy stoop into a very large river chamber with a waterfall at the far end. A helmet and decent light is recommended if you're going to have a go though! You can hire them for a few pounds from Inglesport in Ingleton. For more experienced cavers, the upper entrance is a short but actually quite technical trip. Possible (but very sporting) in wet weather.
Written October 3, 2018
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Hi, can I just ask if from the parking area is the cave easy to find and also if finding the actual parking is easy? I have tried to google how to get there and it is quite confusing.
Thanks!
Written February 7, 2022
Just been today so I can help with this. I too didn't know how to get there by car so I parked in Ingleton and walked to it. I've now discovered that you can literally park right next to it. If you use Google maps, just drive down Thornton Lane until it shows that you're right alongside the cave. There's loads of room to park on the road there. You should see a gate in the stone wall with a sign saying "Access Only". Just go through and head straight ahead into the middle of the group of trees. The entrance is right there.
Written April 24, 2022
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