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Rydal Cave

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Rydal Cave

Recommended by 1071 hikers out of 1080

This Highlight is in a protected area

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Lake District National Park

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    1. Rydal Cave, Loughrigg Fell & Grasmere loop — Lake District National Park

    10.2km

    03:32

    420m

    420m

    Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    February 7, 2018

    Rydal Cave is actually an old quarry called Loughrigg Quarry. It was used to mine slate tiles for the local buildings around 200 years ago. It now lies dormant and is partially flooded.

      August 4, 2019

      It's worth it to go in there.

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        June 6, 2021

        easy walk great views, cafe 1/2 way round at Skelwith Bridge

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          Location: Lakes, South Lakeland, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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