Arn Gill

Valley in Yorkshire Richmondshire

England

Arn Gill

Main Street, Askrigg Fairly tourist-free on a Monday in March. — Main Street, Askrigg Credit: Christine Johnstone

Arn Gill is a picturesque valley located in Yorkshire, England. Situated in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, this charming area is known for its breathtaking natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere. The valley is surrounded by rolling hills, rugged cliffs, and lush green meadows, making it a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

Arn Gill is famed for its stunning waterfalls, with the most prominent being the Arn Gill Force. This powerful cascade plunges down a series of steps, creating a mesmerizing sight and providing a perfect backdrop for photographers and artists. The valley is also home to several other smaller waterfalls, each adding to the enchanting ambiance of the area.

The valley is crisscrossed by numerous walking trails, making it a popular destination for hikers and walkers. These trails offer breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and allow visitors to fully immerse themselves in nature. Arn Gill is also a favored spot for birdwatching, with a variety of bird species inhabiting the area, including peregrine falcons and red kites.

Despite its remote location, Arn Gill is easily accessible by road, and there is ample parking available for visitors. The nearby village of Kettlewell provides basic amenities, including a few shops and cafes, where visitors can refuel and enjoy a warm meal after a day of exploring the valley.

Overall, Arn Gill is a hidden gem within the Yorkshire Dales, offering unparalleled natural beauty, tranquility, and opportunities for outdoor adventures. Whether it's admiring the waterfalls, hiking the trails, or simply soaking up the peaceful atmosphere, Arn Gill is a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts.

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Arn Gill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.326737/-2.0738468 or Grid Reference SD9592. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Main Street, Askrigg

Fairly tourist-free on a Monday in March.

Christine Johnstone

Cyclists welcomed here

Sykes House, Askrigg.

Christine Johnstone

"Skeldale House" Askrigg

The outside of this house featured as the surgery where James Herriot practised in the TV series "All Creatures Great and Small" Askrigg, North Yorkshire.

Keith Evans

Main Street

Looking up Main Street Askrigg, North Yorkshire. Skeldale House is on the right the outside of this house featured as the surgery where James Herriot practised in the TV series "All Creatures Great and Small" for single view of the house see Link

Keith Evans

Askrigg Bottoms

This is the flat flood plain between Askrigg and the River Ure. Due to the flood risk there are no houses here, only pastures, dry stone walls and barns.

Karl and Ali

Beech tree trunk, Mill Gill

There are several large beeches in the wooded gill. This one is covered in many wart-like growths and protrusions. Beech trees normally have a very smooth bark.

Karl and Ali

Wensleydale from north of Askrigg

The view is to Pen Hill, south-eastwards through Wensleydale from a minor road descending from a crossing of the Swaledale/Wensleydale watershed.

Trevor Littlewood

Long Band

With Greets Shooting House in the distance

Alexander P Kapp

Barn above Mill Gill, Askrigg

Looking across Wensleydale to Crag, the ridge above Bainbridge which carries the Cam High Roman road.

Karl and Ali

West End cows and barn, Askrigg

They must think rain is on the way (the lone optimist apart)?

Karl and Ali

Greets Shooting House ruin

Colin Grice

Semerwater seen from Windgate Greets

Interesting distant view of Semerwater showing it's unusual elevated location above Wensleydale. More information about semerwater from here. Link

"Semer Water is a natural lake of glacial origin, a rare feature and one of the largest in Yorkshire. It was dammed at its lower end by glacial debris and was formerly much bigger reaching further up Raydale; the overflow from the lake formed the gorge and falls of the River Bain above Bainbridge. The former course of the Bain at the Countersett end is blocked by a drift tail. "