Mother Shipton’s Cave to Be Featured on BBC Countryfile
One of England’s most treasured and long-standing visitor attractions, Mother Shipton’s Cave, which has been open since 1630, will be featured on the BBC’s iconic Countryfile on Sunday 17th August.
Filming took place earlier this year with presenter John Craven, who explored the fascinating powers of the Petrifying Well, and delved into the legend of Mother Shipton, the 16th-century prophetess whose predictions have captured imaginations for generations.
The feature is set to shine a national spotlight on England’s Oldest Tourist Attraction, which has welcomed visitors for nearly 400 years.
“It was so great to meet John Craven, and to discuss the history of the site with him. He’s a real icon.” said Jay Stelling, Marketing Coordinator at Mother Shipton’s Cave. “We work so hard to keep this ancient site alive, and to continue to share the magic, so it will be so rewarding to see it feature on this show for more people to learn about who Mother Shipton was.”
This episode also marks a nostalgic return for John Craven, who last visited the site in 2005 and famously left behind one of his socks to be petrified. Viewers can look forward to seeing his reaction when he’s reunited with the rock-covered item, still proudly displayed in the Cabinets of Curiosities at Mother Shipton’s Cave.
