There is a system of caves here, originally discovered in 1821. Found here were fossilised remains of animals no longer inhabiting Britain: elephants, hippopotamuses and other. You're probably not a caver, but you can certainly admire from the outside.

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1. Gillamoor and Hutton-le-Hole loop from Kirkbymoorside

19.4km

05:13

250m

Hike the difficult 12.0-mile Gillamoor and Hutton-le-Hole loop from Kirkbymoorside, exploring picturesque villages and expansive North York

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2. Kirkdale Cave loop from Wombleton

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

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3. Kirkdale Cave loop from Wombleton

6.09km

01:40

80m

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

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Location: Welburn, Ryedale, North Yorkshire, Yorkshire And The Humber, England, United Kingdom

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Kirkdale Cave

1. Gillamoor and Hutton-le-Hole loop from Kirkbymoorside

2. Kirkdale Cave loop from Wombleton

3. Kirkdale Cave loop from Wombleton

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