Famous for it's spectacular
scenery, the Ingleton Waterfalls Walk takes a circular
route from the Dales village of Ingleton up alongside
the River Doe, past several small falls to the main
falls, Thornton Force, then across over the tops and
back down another valley alongside the River Greta.
Great scenery, a well tended path and ice cream along
the way. What more could you want?
Take the A65 from Skipton,
west towards Kirkby Lonsdale. Turn right off the A65
into the village and follow the signs for the Waterfall
walk, which take you to the village centre. Over the
bridge and turn right into the car park.
Prices are about £10 for a family : £4.50
per Adult & £2 for kids under 16.
Opening Times:
The trail is open seven days a week, all year round,
9.00am until dusk. If you require further information
on opening times and prices - please ring the pay
kiosk at the entrance to the trail on 015242 41930.
This
walk was Complied by Cragface.
All Words, Photography, etc. are by the man himself.
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This is the entrance point
to the Waterfall Walk. Here you pay at the cubicle
on your right, before parking through these gates. |
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At the start of the walk,
a notice board to the left of the starting point
has general information about the walk. There
is also a Warning Board to the left of this, (see
pic.) explaining the potential dangers, which
the wise take note of! |
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Through a gate, the river
is on the right, and a second gate,
follow the path and steps throughout.
Pass the money tree on the left... |
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Close-up of bent coppers... |
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During wet weather the
paths can become quite treacherous, and slippy.
Be very careful. Approach the bridge,... |
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...cross the river now
on the left of you; and shortly, a vantage point
looms up on the left. |
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Approaching the Bridge
at Pecca falls, and various vantage points up
the steps. |
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Eventually through a barred
gate into a field, where you will find a perfectly
placed shop offering reasonably priced refreshments.
(Seasonal)
(the ice cream here is
highly recommended)
Once you are replete and refreshed, you head off...
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Past
a sign saying "Waterfalls walk Thornton Force
(third of a mile) Beezley Falls". |
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After
five minutes, you should have the main falls in
front of you and to the right.
Having taken your photographs from all angles, you
can make your way up a very steep path, and steps
to the top of the falls. |
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Next,
for your comfort and safety, a small metal bridge
about 5 yards long and leading down to the main
bridge to your right over the river. Head uphill
directly ahead of you. You have now traversed the
worst of the hill climbing. Thankfully, there is
seating at the top of the hill !!! |
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Through
a gate marking the route to Beezley Falls, turning
right along the path. |
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Next
through a gate, coupled with a swing gate... |
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...on
through a large gate into a farmyard marked by the
waterfalls sign. |
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Over
a stepped stile topped by a small gate. Directly
in front of you in the distance, are the White Scar
Cave car park and... |
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...a
little to the left is Ingleborough, towering 724
meters high. |
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Now,
at the bottom of the hill, exit the field through
a metal swing gate adjacent to a large metal gate... |
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...and
head straight across the road, following the well
signposted route. |
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Not
long after is a new refreshment centre, (but no
toilet facilities) situated about halfway round.
It is clearly signposted
and has outdoor seating. Here they sell local
dairy ice creams, fresh coffee or hot chocolate
and homemade cakes.
Now head for Baxenghyll
Gorge, which is next on the trail downhill. |
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Don't
trip over the Danger sign
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Baxenghyll
Gorge. A viewing point over the river on the left
is a good photo opportunity. |
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Continue
along well established paths
to a small iron gate, with the river on your left,
at the bridge, cross over, and head up along the
path. |
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You
will eventually end up on this track and wend your
way towards a metal gate. |
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A
quarry sign on your left, and pass an old disused
industrial site on your left.
Carry on down the main
metalled track
(see picture) |
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Through
a grassy shady glade, and out through another
metal gate to the edge of the village. |
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Return
to the village passing this sign.
I can recommend the Icelandic Cod at the Fish and
Chip Shop! |
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Watch
the vide - See what you're missing! >>>
HERE |
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Toilets
are at the start (just outside the entrance) There
are no toilets along this route. Go to the village
Car Park toilets. |
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