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Arngill Force

Waterfall in Yorkshire

England

Arngill Force

Heather moor with boulders to east of Long Crag Long Crag occupies a large area of remote ground in the northern Pennines; it's largely heather covered but has outcrops of rock and boulder rashes. In this view generally northwards, Noon Hill can be seen in the middle distance with Fendrith Hill far off, across Teesdale.
Heather moor with boulders to east of Long Crag Credit: Trevor Littlewood

Arngill Force is a picturesque waterfall located in the Yorkshire Dales National Park, in North Yorkshire, England. Situated in the beautiful Swaledale valley, this natural wonder attracts visitors from near and far with its stunning beauty and serene surroundings.

The waterfall is formed by the Arngill Beck, a small stream that cascades down a series of rocky steps, creating a mesmerizing display of rushing water and mist. The falls are surrounded by lush greenery, with towering trees and moss-covered rocks, adding to its enchanting appeal.

Arngill Force is easily accessible via a short hike from the nearby village of Reeth. The walk to the waterfall takes visitors through rolling countryside, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. Along the way, visitors can spot various species of wildlife, including birds and small mammals, making it a popular spot for nature enthusiasts and photographers.

The waterfall is especially popular after rainfall, when the water flow is at its strongest, creating a dramatic and powerful sight. However, even during drier periods, Arngill Force maintains its charm, with a steady stream of water gracefully cascading down the rocks.

Visitors can enjoy the tranquility of the area by sitting on one of the nearby benches or simply taking in the natural beauty. Additionally, there are picnic areas nearby, allowing visitors to relax and enjoy a meal amidst the peaceful surroundings.

Arngill Force is a true gem of the Yorkshire Dales, offering a serene and magical experience for all who visit.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 54.606202/-2.2366563 or Grid Reference NY8423. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Heather moor with boulders to east of Long Crag Long Crag occupies a large area of remote ground in the northern Pennines; it's largely heather covered but has outcrops of rock and boulder rashes. In this view generally northwards, Noon Hill can be seen in the middle distance with Fendrith Hill far off, across Teesdale.
Heather moor with boulders to east of Long Crag
Long Crag occupies a large area of remote ground in the northern Pennines; it's largely heather covered but has outcrops of rock and boulder rashes. In this view generally northwards, Noon Hill can be seen in the middle distance with Fendrith Hill far off, across Teesdale.
Arngill Beck
Arngill Beck
Long Grain
Long Grain
Sheepfold
Sheepfold
Track by Close House
Track by Close House
Range sign below High Crag
Range sign below High Crag
Wet moorland north of Close House
Wet moorland north of Close House
Fish Lake dam
Fish Lake dam
Pennine welcome
Pennine welcome
Peat banks near Staple Moss Staple Moss is a location south-east of Long Crag, itself an extension of the east ridge of Mickle Fell: remote country! The distant moorland dome is Bink Moss.
Peat banks near Staple Moss
Staple Moss is a location south-east of Long Crag, itself an extension of the east ridge of Mickle Fell: remote country! The distant moorland dome is Bink Moss.
Fish Lake Fish Lake is part of the site of the now disused Close House Mine spoil heaps of which can be seen shadowed in the middle distance. The mine was worked for barytes until fairly recent times.
Fish Lake
Fish Lake is part of the site of the now disused Close House Mine spoil heaps of which can be seen shadowed in the middle distance. The mine was worked for barytes until fairly recent times.
Ruined sheepfold below Close House Crags Beyond the sheepfold is a desolate area of moorland. The minor rise in the distance is ground on the north side of the B6276 comprising Stoneshaw Rigg and Ley Seat. (Note: the stone structure in the foreground is recorded as a sheepfold as it's named as such on OS maps but its small size suggests something other.)
Ruined sheepfold below Close House Crags
Beyond the sheepfold is a desolate area of moorland. The minor rise in the distance is ground on the north side of the B6276 comprising Stoneshaw Rigg and Ley Seat. (Note: the stone structure in the foreground is recorded as a sheepfold as it's named as such on OS maps but its small size suggests something other.)
Grouse grit station on moorland near east end of Long Crag Long Crag is a narrow band of rock facing north between Mickle Fell and Cronkley Fell; it lies below the near, sunlit horizon. The rocks have been gathered together at a location which is also marked by a white plastic pipe; between the rocks a black plastic seed tray can be seen; it contains the grit. Such features are very common in the northern Pennines where the land is managed for grouse shooting; the tray holds grit which the grouse consumes and uses in its gizzard to assist in the grinding of heather which is the bird's food. Chapel Fell and Fendrith Hill can be seen in the distance.
Grouse grit station on moorland near east end of Long Crag
Long Crag is a narrow band of rock facing north between Mickle Fell and Cronkley Fell; it lies below the near, sunlit horizon. The rocks have been gathered together at a location which is also marked by a white plastic pipe; between the rocks a black plastic seed tray can be seen; it contains the grit. Such features are very common in the northern Pennines where the land is managed for grouse shooting; the tray holds grit which the grouse consumes and uses in its gizzard to assist in the grinding of heather which is the bird's food. Chapel Fell and Fendrith Hill can be seen in the distance.
Heather moorland with MOD notice The heather moorland is lightly snowed with some older snow beds remaining. A small peat bank rises from the surrounding flatness on which the MOD has placed a notice telling that one is about to enter the military range at Warcop, the notice is one of many at the perimeter of the range. The notice here is at the eastern extremity of the range, south of Long Crag.
Heather moorland with MOD notice
The heather moorland is lightly snowed with some older snow beds remaining. A small peat bank rises from the surrounding flatness on which the MOD has placed a notice telling that one is about to enter the military range at Warcop, the notice is one of many at the perimeter of the range. The notice here is at the eastern extremity of the range, south of Long Crag.
Arngill Beck Arngill Beck drains the eastern slopes of Mickle Fell and the associated hill country. The sunlit hill dome is part of that ground being essentially a south-eastern ridge of Mickle Fell.
Arngill Beck
Arngill Beck drains the eastern slopes of Mickle Fell and the associated hill country. The sunlit hill dome is part of that ground being essentially a south-eastern ridge of Mickle Fell.
Site of Close House Mine The site consists now of the flat area at the bottom of the photograph which was once, presumably occupied by the buildings associated with the mine's operation. The main excavation lies beyond on a ridge rising ultimately to Mickle Fell.
Site of Close House Mine
The site consists now of the flat area at the bottom of the photograph which was once, presumably occupied by the buildings associated with the mine's operation. The main excavation lies beyond on a ridge rising ultimately to Mickle Fell.
Rash of boulders east of summit of Standards An extensive area of angular boulders to the east of the summit of the hill, Standards, which is part of the country associated with Mickle Fell. Distantly, across the catchment area of Hargill Beck, lies the dome of Bink Moss at the right side of the image, with Hagworm Hill, less apparent, connected to it by a broad moorland ridge.
Rash of boulders east of summit of Standards
An extensive area of angular boulders to the east of the summit of the hill, Standards, which is part of the country associated with Mickle Fell. Distantly, across the catchment area of Hargill Beck, lies the dome of Bink Moss at the right side of the image, with Hagworm Hill, less apparent, connected to it by a broad moorland ridge.
Stream groove with aircraft wreckage The groove is one of a number of such minor stream grooves feeding eastwards into the upper reaches of Hargill Beck. The wreckage seems to have been gathered together in the groove with more fragments lying lower down in the same feature. Bink Moss is the distant mountain.
Stream groove with aircraft wreckage
The groove is one of a number of such minor stream grooves feeding eastwards into the upper reaches of Hargill Beck. The wreckage seems to have been gathered together in the groove with more fragments lying lower down in the same feature. Bink Moss is the distant mountain.
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Arngill Force is located at Grid Ref: NY8423 (Lat: 54.606202, Lng: -2.2366563)

Division: North Riding

Unitary Authority: County Durham

Police Authority: Durham

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Located within 500m of 54.606202,-2.2366563
Arngill Force
Image: https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/669577
Source: NPE
Waterway: waterfall
Lat/Long: 54.6061842/-2.2367244
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Note: Arngill Force looks to be further S - but probably other falls on Arngill Beck
Source: NPE
Waterway: waterfall
Lat/Long: 54.6094834/-2.2411556
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