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Ingleborough

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Ingleborough is a 723-metre mountain in the Yorkshire Dales National Park, England, and one of the Yorkshire Three Peaks alongside Pen-y-ghent and Whernside. The summit features a large plateau containing the remains of an Iron Age hillfort, making it a significant archaeological site. It is composed of Carboniferous limestone, and the surrounding area includes extensive cave systems and karst landscapes popular with hikers, cavers, and geologists.

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Is Ingleborough one of the Yorkshire Three Peaks?

Yes, Ingleborough is the second-highest of the Yorkshire Three Peaks, standing at 723 metres in the Yorkshire Dales National Park. It is tackled alongside Pen-y-ghent and Whernside in the famous 24-mile Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge.

Can you see historical ruins at the summit of Ingleborough?

Yes, the broad summit plateau features the remains of an extensive Iron Age hillfort. This archaeological site is one of the most recognizable and historically significant high-altitude settlements in England.

Where is Ingleborough located geographically?

Ingleborough is located in the Yorkshire Dales National Park in Northern England. It dominates the local landscape and lies just a few miles north of the small traditional market town of Ingleton.

What makes Ingleborough significant to caving and geology?

Ingleborough sits entirely on a massive block of Carboniferous limestone, making it an area globally famous for its complex cave systems. Notable potholes like Gaping Gill and Alum Pot lie directly on its flanks, drawing cavers from all over the world.

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