Dovecote Cave

Dovecote Cave is one of two natural caves accessible locally in the Garsdale area, the other being Tom Croft Cave. They are natural caves rather than commercial show caves, so bring a torch and take care inside, and the locations are marked on the Garsdale Ordnance Survey maps rather than signposted from the road. A useful contrast to the more structured caves such as White Scar Cave near Ingleton or Ingleborough Cave near Clapham, both of which offer guided tours. For the local caves, plan the route in advance, wear sturdy footwear, and do not go alone. The caves form part of the wider geological story of the dale that the Sedgwick Geological Trail at Danny Bridge explains, particularly the Dent Fault that runs through the area.