Thornton Force Waterfall
Thornton Force, river Kingsdale
Thornton Force is a spectacular 14-meter waterfall, a highlight of the 4.5-mile Ingleton Waterfalls Trail in the Yorkshire Dales, offering stunning oak woodland scenery, diverse wildlife, and significant geological features, making it a year-round attraction for nature lovers and families.

🌊 Discover Thornton Force, a spectacular 14-meter waterfall on the renowned Ingleton Waterfalls Trail in the Yorkshire Dales.
🏞️ Experience a 'waterfall wonderland' amidst ancient oak woodlands and significant geological features.

Why Go

🏞️ See one of the UK's most spectacular waterfalls
🌳 Explore diverse oak woodland scenery
πŸͺ¨ Discover significant geological features, including limestone formations
πŸ¦‹ Spot rare plants and wildlife
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Enjoy a family-friendly day out in unspoilt surroundings
✨ Designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) for its ecological and geological importance

Why Avoid

⚠️ Trail can take 2.5 to 4 hours to complete, depending on fitness
🚫 Trail may close in extreme weather conditions for safety
πŸ“΅ Mobile data is not available around the trail, download guides beforehand

πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ Hiking

πŸ”„ The Ingleton Waterfalls Trail is a 4.5-mile (7.2 km) circular route
⏱️ Allow 2.5 to 4 hours to complete, depending on your pace
🌲 Follow riverside paths through shaded woodland
πŸ—ΊοΈ Numbered marker posts identify areas of interest with a self-guided Geology and Ecology Guide available
β˜€οΈ During summer, enjoy longer days and warmer weather, observing mosses, ferns, and wildflowers
🐦 Look out for birds like Grey Wagtail and Dipper, and various butterflies

⏰ Hours

πŸ—“οΈ Open year-round, with specific summer opening times (June, July, August) from 9am to 7pm
πŸ“ž Check with the ticket office for information on extreme weather closures

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