BCRA Cave Archaeology Group – Recording Historic Graffiti & other markings, 4th/5th June 2022

The BCRA Cave Archaeology Group is holding a weekend field meeting on Recording Historic Graffiti & other markings in the Yorkshire Dales, based at Lower Winskill Farm, Settle on the weekend of 4th/5th June 2022.

Friday An informal evening get-together for any early arrivals.
Saturday Morning session: Introductions and information, talks and presentations.

Lunch: 1200hrs – 1300hrs

Afternoon session: Field trip to Attermire Cave. Maximum numbers 10 or 12. A visit to Victoria Cave might be a useful back-up depending on numbers and/or abilities.

Sunday Morning  session: A round-up and discussion. What has been learnt? Where do we go from here? Shall we do it all again sometime? Somewhere else?

Afternoon (?): Field trip to Victoria Cave/Jubilee Cave

The above itinerary is flexible and entirely dependent on participant numbers and abilities. And there is the vagary of the weather during British summertime! 
Accommodation:

Camping at Lower Winskill Farm is available. There are basic facilities, washroom and toilets, no showers. Self-catering, please take litter/rubbish home with you and dispose of it thoughtfully.

Nearby caving hut accommodation is available (currently priced at £10/night) at Yorkshire Subterranean Society (YSS), Old Schoolhouse, Austwick Road, Helwith Bridge, North Yorkshire, BD24 0EH.

Please book directly with: Fiona Weare, YSS Booking Secretary

Please see the event booking form for further details.

The Helwith Bridge Inn is a short walk from the YSS hut. They serve evening meals and will also do breakfast if it is booked in advance.

http://www.helwithbridgeinn.co.uk / 01729 860220

Book your place online now.

The weekend is free to members and non-members alike, but donations are welcome either at the weekend or online.

For queries please contact either [email protected] or [email protected]