Cathedral Caves Hawkshead

Cathedral Cave

4.5/5
(139) · Hiking area in Ambleside, United Kingdom
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Feb 2, 2025
We did struggle for parking as sat nav did keep wanting to take us through a ford which at the time in January we wasn't able to pass through, we parked in a small car park about 40 minutes away from…Full review by Laura P
Oct 29, 2024
Amazing exploration in beautiful, we spent several hours but some people only stayed an hour or so. Shortish walk but very easyFull review by Angie6619
Sep 9, 2024
What an experience. Myself and son had a fabulous time finding and exploring it. I’ll upload pictures for the route we took. Was about a 10 minute walk from a farmers car park at the top of the hill …Full review by ndw78

Questions & answers

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We are planning to go to cathedral cavern and skaters bridge this weekend but struggling to find where to park - any ideas?
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When we went, back in May, we parked at Tilberthwaite Car park, Grid Ref. NY 306101 We took in 'Cathedral Cavern' and 'Slater's bridge'. But all in all this was about a 4 mile walk. …
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When we went, back in May, we parked at Tilberthwaite Car park, Grid Ref. NY 306101 We took in 'Cathedral Cavern' and 'Slater's bridge'. But all in all this was about a 4 mile walk. We looked up 'walklakes' and followed their directions Cheers Tony P
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Is there an entry fee?
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No fee
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Any good places to eat near by that allow dogs? Oh and children
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The Three Shires is the closest place to eat, only a short walk over the bridge from cathedral. Children and dog allowed - several families with children were in the pub during my …
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The Three Shires is the closest place to eat, only a short walk over the bridge from cathedral. Children and dog allowed - several families with children were in the pub during my last visit. Be warned it can get very busy around lunch.
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Is it safe for dogs on leads?
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It is. My dogs loved exploring the nooks and crannies in the area.
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Is Cathedral quarrie safe to take children?
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definately... into the main cavern, but if you pass through the main cavern there is an open area but difficult for small children to access, and also tunnels to explore, not suitable for …
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definately... into the main cavern, but if you pass through the main cavern there is an open area but difficult for small children to access, and also tunnels to explore, not suitable for young children
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