Cauldron Falls – Aysgarth Falls loop from Aysgarth

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Cauldron Falls – Aysgarth Falls loop from Aysgarth

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Cauldron Falls – Aysgarth Falls loop from Aysgarth

02:31

9.03km

170m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 12, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

Please check local regulations for:

Yorkshire Dales National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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950 m

Aysgarth village

Highlight • Settlement

Nestled in delightful Wensleydale, Aysgarth is a classic Yorkshire Dales village. There's good food at the George & Dragon and the fancier Aysgarth Falls Hotel, as well as the option …

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4.08 km

Cauldron Falls (West Burton Waterfall)

Highlight • River

4.13 km

Cauldron Falls

Highlight • River

Located in the village of West Burton, Cauldron Falls are available for enjoyment by just about anyone - it's an easy walk right from the village. It is a beautiful …

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4.60 km

Barrack Wood

Forest

7.53 km

Aysgarth Lower Falls (South Bank)

Highlight • Waterfall

On the River Ure in Wensleydale you have the quaint village of Aysgarth, and from here you have access to Aysgarth Falls. The falls comprise a series of three waterfalls, …

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7.90 km

Lambert's Wood

Forest

8.51 km

St Andrew's Church, Aysgarth

Highlight • Religious Site

Quiet little church near the Aysgarth Falls

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8.72 km

Yore Bridge over the River Ure

Highlight • Historical Site

Yore Bridge spans the River Are at the Asygarth Falls. The bridge was built in 1539 and has a span of 71 feet.

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8.76 km

Aysgarth Falls

Highlight • Natural Monument

The falls can get really busy with people mooching. Try and avoid weekends and holidays if this bothers you. Would recommend starting a walk away from the falls and adding …

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9.03 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.59 km

1.23 km

521 m

400 m

222 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.17 km

1.34 km

985 m

762 m

759 m

Elevation

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Highest point (240 m)

Lowest point (140 m)

Weather

Wednesday 7 October

11°C

3°C

67 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 22.0 km/h

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Comments

June 4, 2022,Aysgarth Falls from West Burton

Good easy walk to Aysgarth Upper falls and then along to the next falls on the "other" side of the river. Lost the route slightly on the last quarter to evade cows but enjoyed a lovely unexpected treat right at the end of the walk. Then a pint!!