Badger Hole

You won't find Badger Hole advertised on many tourist boards, which is precisely why it's worth seeking out if you're staying at one of the holiday parks around Carnforth. It's a proper cave - the sort of place that feels genuinely wild, tucked into the Cumbrian landscape without any visitor infrastructure or interpretive boards telling you what to think.

The cave itself is small but atmospheric, with that particular damp coolness you only get underground. There's geological interest here if you're into that sort of thing, and the approach walk across the fell gives you decent views across the valley. Most people allow an hour or so from the nearest car park - it's not a major expedition, but you do need to know where you're going.

This is one for walkers and geology enthusiasts rather than families with young kids who might find it underwhelming. The cave doesn't require specialist equipment, though you'll want proper footwear and a torch. The surrounding moorland makes it part of a larger walk rather than a standalone day out.

Staying at Bay View Holiday Park or Fell End Holiday Park puts you within easy reach, and you can combine Badger Hole with exploring the broader fell country around Carnforth. It's not flashy, but that's the appeal. Go when the weather's decent - a rainy day makes the approach miserable and the cave itself loses any charm when you're soaked through.