Mother Shipton's Cave

Prophecy Lodge, High Bridge, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire HG5 8DD

Open daily March to October, weekends November to February

England’s oldest visitor attraction, established in 1630. Set in riverside grounds in

Knaresborough, the site includes the famous Petrifying Well (the UK’s most visited naturalwonder), the Cave of the prophetess Mother Shipton, and woodland walks. The petrifying well turns objects to stone and children can retrieve their own petrified toy to take home. Great themeing year round, with 2026 Summer being sprinkled with the wizard of OZ.

Check mothershiptons.co.uk for seasonal hours

On-site car park, approx. £3–5 Approx. 1hr 45 mins from Newcastle via A1(M)

Summer Holidays Arrive by Car (Admission + Parking for 5 People in 1 Car) £36.75

Only one Car Admission ticket is needed to cover admission plus parking for up to 5 People arriving in 1 Car.

Summer Holidays Additional Car Passenger £14.00

Suitable for all ages. Good for primary school age upwards for the historical content. 01423 864600 | info@mothershiptons.co.uk

Café and picnic areas on-site.

www.mothershiptons.co.uk