A 2.5 magnitude earthquake was recorded near Buttercambe, North Yorkshire, at 10.42am UTC on Monday, October 12, 2026.

Earthquake recorded near North Yorkshire village

The 2.5 magnitude earthquake was recorded near Buttercambe, pictured (Image: Pete Lamb)

AN earthquake was recorded near a North Yorkshire village yesterday.

The 2.5 magnitude earthquake was recorded near Buttercambe, at 10.42am UTC on Monday, October 12, 2026.

The earthquake occurred at a depth of 18km.

A spokesperson for the British Geological Survey said: "At this time, we have received no reports that this event was felt by the public.

AN earthquake was recorded near a North Yorkshire village yesterday.AN earthquake was recorded near a North Yorkshire village yesterday. (Image: Google maps)

"If you live in the area, please consider filling out our questionnaire which helps our scientists learn more about the quake."

The questionnaire can be found on the British Geological Survey website.