Caves · Yorkshire & the Humber
Mother Shipton's Cave
Mother Shipton's Cave is a cave in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Knaresborough · 0.6 km
- Paid entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Mother Shipton's Cave is a named cave entrance in the United Kingdom. Admission charged. Coordinates: 54.0036°, -1.4712°. This entry is part of The Great Britain Guide, a free, ad-free, open-data tourist directory.
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Place summary
Mother Shipton's Cave is a cave located in Knaresborough, Yorkshire. It is known for its association with the legendary figure Mother Shipton, a 16th-century prophetess. The site is a designated tourist attraction, featuring a museum and gardens.
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- Coordinates
- 54.0036, -1.4712
- District
- North Yorkshire
- Parish
- Knaresborough
- Postcode
- HG5 8PN
- Parliamentary constituency
- Harrogate and Knaresborough
- Nearest railway station
- Knaresborough — 0.6 km
- Official site
- www.mothershipton.co.uk
Sources
- osm: n492043412 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Mother Shipton's Cave?
- Mother Shipton's Cave is in Yorkshire & the Humber, in the United Kingdom — coordinates 54.0036°, -1.4712°. The nearest railway station is Knaresborough, around 0.6 km away.
- Is there an entry fee for Mother Shipton's Cave?
- Yes — Mother Shipton's Cave charges admission. Check the official site for current prices.