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Seavy Sike Force

Waterfall in Yorkshire Richmondshire

England

Seavy Sike Force

Heather slope descending from Sails The slope is seen descending from beside a cairn close to Ure Head. Wild Boar Fell is the hill in the distance beyond the Mallerstang valley.
Heather slope descending from Sails Credit: Trevor Littlewood

Seavy Sike Force is a picturesque waterfall located in Yorkshire, England. Nestled within a beautiful wooded area, this natural wonder attracts countless visitors each year.

Situated in the eastern part of the North York Moors National Park, Seavy Sike Force is renowned for its stunning cascades and tranquil surroundings. The waterfall is formed by the Seavy Sike, a small stream that flows down a series of rocky steps, creating a mesmerizing spectacle.

The force derives its name from the Old Norse word "sik," which means a small stream. The area surrounding the waterfall is rich in flora and fauna, making it an ideal spot for nature enthusiasts. Lush greenery and ancient trees provide a serene setting, with the sound of cascading water adding to the peaceful ambiance.

The waterfall is easily accessible via a well-maintained footpath, making it a popular destination for hikers and nature lovers. Visitors can enjoy a leisurely stroll through the woods, following the trail that leads to the waterfall. Along the way, they can encounter various wildlife species, including birds, squirrels, and even deer.

Seavy Sike Force offers a truly enchanting experience, with its crystal-clear waters and the soothing sound of rushing water. It is a haven for photographers, who are captivated by the picturesque scenery and the play of light on the cascades.

Overall, Seavy Sike Force is a hidden gem in Yorkshire, offering a peaceful and captivating retreat for those seeking a connection with nature.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 54.359039/-2.2763485 or Grid Reference SD8295. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Heather slope descending from Sails The slope is seen descending from beside a cairn close to Ure Head. Wild Boar Fell is the hill in the distance beyond the Mallerstang valley.
Heather slope descending from Sails
The slope is seen descending from beside a cairn close to Ure Head. Wild Boar Fell is the hill in the distance beyond the Mallerstang valley.
Heading towards Bubble Hill on ATV Track above Garsdale Head
Heading towards Bubble Hill on ATV Track above Garsdale Head
ATV track crossing Ure Head
ATV track crossing Ure Head
A large recent clear-cut in Cotterdale
A large recent clear-cut in Cotterdale
Tarn A small tarn on Tarn Hill between the High Way and Cotterdale. Looking towards High Seat. Wild Boar Fell is in the distance at the far left.
Tarn
A small tarn on Tarn Hill between the High Way and Cotterdale. Looking towards High Seat. Wild Boar Fell is in the distance at the far left.
Cotterdale clearance Large areas of conifer plantations are being cleared in Cotterdale. This is quite common throughout the Dales at present. Odd patches of conifer are being left and mixed deciduous trees are being planted in the cleared areas.
Cotterdale clearance
Large areas of conifer plantations are being cleared in Cotterdale. This is quite common throughout the Dales at present. Odd patches of conifer are being left and mixed deciduous trees are being planted in the cleared areas.
Little Fell summit
Little Fell summit
Summit of Lunds Fell (Sail Fell?) There are several possible names on the OS map
Summit of Lunds Fell (Sail Fell?)
There are several possible names on the OS map
Top of Long Snow Drift Gutter I was going to call this 'headwaters' but 'headbog' would be more appropriate
Top of Long Snow Drift Gutter
I was going to call this 'headwaters' but 'headbog' would be more appropriate
Shooting butt on Tarn Hill There's a line of these new double-sided mega-butts (more like gun emplacements) Maybe they are heavy duty jobs in case the birds fight back
Shooting butt on Tarn Hill
There's a line of these new double-sided mega-butts (more like gun emplacements) Maybe they are heavy duty jobs in case the birds fight back
Tarn on Tarn Hill
Tarn on Tarn Hill
Bog asphodel in flower above Keld Gill From Wikipedia: Narthecium ossifragum, commonly known as bog-, Lancashire- or bastard asphodel, is a plant of Western Europe, found on wet, boggy moorlands up to about 1000 m in elevation. It produces spikes of bright yellow flowers in summer. The bright orange fruits have been used as a colourant to replace saffron by Shetland Islanders. Despite the plant's English name, it is not particularly closely related to the true asphodels. The Latin name means "weak bone", and refers to a traditional belief that eating the plant caused sheep to develop brittle bones. The probable origin of this story is that sheep eating a calcium-poor diet are likely to develop bone weakness, and N. ossifragum favours acidic, low calcium soils. The plant causes a disease of sheep called alveld, "elf fire", in Norway. Not all stands of the plant are toxic, and the toxicity may be the side effect of the plant's response to a fungal infection.
Bog asphodel in flower above Keld Gill
From Wikipedia: Narthecium ossifragum, commonly known as bog-, Lancashire- or bastard asphodel, is a plant of Western Europe, found on wet, boggy moorlands up to about 1000 m in elevation. It produces spikes of bright yellow flowers in summer. The bright orange fruits have been used as a colourant to replace saffron by Shetland Islanders. Despite the plant's English name, it is not particularly closely related to the true asphodels. The Latin name means "weak bone", and refers to a traditional belief that eating the plant caused sheep to develop brittle bones. The probable origin of this story is that sheep eating a calcium-poor diet are likely to develop bone weakness, and N. ossifragum favours acidic, low calcium soils. The plant causes a disease of sheep called alveld, "elf fire", in Norway. Not all stands of the plant are toxic, and the toxicity may be the side effect of the plant's response to a fungal infection.
Moorland at Bubble Hill
Moorland at Bubble Hill
On the 600m contour
On the 600m contour
A little cairn on Abbotside Common
A little cairn on Abbotside Common
The cairn and triangulation station pit on Sails In front of the cairn is a hole in which is an Ordnance Survey concrete ring triangulation station: see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.trigpointinguk.com/trigs/trig-details.php?t=7493" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.trigpointinguk.com/trigs/trig-details.php?t=7493">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> for details and photographs.
The cairn and triangulation station pit on Sails
In front of the cairn is a hole in which is an Ordnance Survey concrete ring triangulation station: see LinkExternal link for details and photographs.
The flat top of Little Fell
The flat top of Little Fell
A bare patch near Little Fell Well (spring)
A bare patch near Little Fell Well (spring)
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Seavy Sike Force is located at Grid Ref: SD8295 (Lat: 54.359039, Lng: -2.2763485)

Division: North Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Richmondshire

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

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Lat/Long: 54.3588051/-2.2765238
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