Keld's waterfalls and Kisdon Force
A short circuit of the waterfalls around Keld, at the head of Swaledale.
- Distance
- 2.6 km
- Ascent
- 90 m
- Time
- 0.5–1 h
- Grade
- Easy
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 334 m
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About this walk
Keld's waterfalls and Kisdon Force is an easy 2.6 km circular walk with 90 m of ascent, taking 0.5 to 1 hours. It starts at Keld (grid reference NY 893 011).
Keld, at the head of Swaledale, is surrounded by waterfalls. This short walk takes in Kisdon Force, where the Swale drops through a wooded gorge, East Gill Force, and Catrake Force, close to the village.
The Pennine Way and the Coast to Coast cross at Keld, so you'll often meet long-distance walkers here.
Route
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1
Kisdon Force
Walk down the valley to Kisdon Force.
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2
East Gill and Catrake
Cross the Swale and return past East Gill Force and Catrake Force.
Summit
On the way
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Kisdon ForceWaterfall · on the route
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East Gill ForceWaterfall · on the route
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Catrake ForceWaterfall · 400 m from the route
Questions about this walk
- How long does Keld's waterfalls and Kisdon Force take?
- Most walkers take 0.5–1 hours for the 2.6 km route, which has 90 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Keld (grid reference NY 893 011). Small pay car park in Keld.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Very limited buses up Swaledale. Check times on Traveline.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded easy. Field and riverside paths; a steep, rough path down to Kisdon Force.
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Before you go: Sheep and cattle graze here: keep dogs on a lead near livestock, especially at lambing time (March to May).
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