Remains of extinct Bronze Age cattle found in cave
Published: 8/5/2025

Archaeologists and cave explorers uncover remains of extinct Bronze Age cattle, including a auroch, in cave sites near Ingleborough. Discoveries shed light on prehistoric land use and a possible Neolithic burial site. The Ingleborough Cave Archaeology Project, funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, aims to preserve upland commons and highlights the crucial role cavers play in uncovering underground history.