Colwith Force

Type:Waterfall or Gorge

Colwith, Little Langdale, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9NU

About

Stunning waterfall falling approx 55 feet. Situated on the River Brathay. Great views from the falls. Take the A593 for Coniston; after Skelwith Bridge, turn right for Elterwater and Wrynose. Limited parking by stream at bottom of hill and less than 0.5 mile through oak woodland. Or include it in a circular walk from Elterwater via Slater's Bridge to the falls and then on to Loughrigg Tarn or try the shorter route that includes Skelwith Force.

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Awards

Cumbria Awards Member of Cumbria Tourism 2016

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