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A magical family day out in the Yorkshire Dales National Park.

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Valentines Afternoon Tea

27th & 28th October

Christmas events

Sleigh My Booking

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Childrens parties

Party time

Discover a prehistoric world underground

A visit to Stump Cross is more than a family day out. It's a voyage back in time – a portal to a long-forgotten age before humans or dinosaurs roamed the Earth.


Join us for a day of discovery and explore some of the best-preserved prehistoric caves in the UK. You'll navigate twisting passageways, uncover incredible rock formations and learn of ancient mysteries hidden deep underground.


Whatever your age, whatever the weather – Stump Cross Caverns is always an adventure.

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