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Waterfalls Β· Yorkshire & the Humber

Folly Dolly Falls

In or near Marsden.

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Folly Dolly Falls β€” waterfall in england yorkshire.

Steps from Folly Dolly Falls to the Meltham Greenway - geograph.org.uk - 7265270

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Slaithwaite Β· 3.9 km

About

Folly Dolly Falls is a waterfall located in england yorkshire. A British waterfall recorded in OpenStreetMap. Most are in upland country where rivers cross resistant rock.

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Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: South Pennine Moors SSSI

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Folly Dolly Falls is a waterfall located in Yorkshire. It is a natural feature known for its picturesque setting, attracting visitors interested in the region's landscape. The falls offer opportunities for photography and nature walks in the surrounding area.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
53.5985, -1.8395
District
Kirklees
Parish
Meltham
Postcode
HD9 4FE
Parliamentary constituency
Colne Valley
Nearest railway station
Slaithwaite β€” 3.9 km

Sources

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Nearby

The Meltham Greenway - geograph.org.uk - 7264793πŸ“· 3

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Tractor Turning Circle

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The Swan public house Meltham - geograph.org.uk - 5978773πŸ“· 5

Museums Β· Yorkshire & the Humber

Meltham

Meltham is a town and civil parish within the Metropolitan Borough of Kirklees, in West Yorkshire, England. It lies in the Holme Valley, below Wessenden Moor, 5 miles (8 kilometres) south-west of Hudd

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Footpath and trees, Honley Wood Bottom - - geograph.org.uk - 2285239πŸ“· 3

Historic bridges Β· Yorkshire & the Humber

Bridge Over Hall Dike

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Picnic area on former railway sidings, south Crosland - geograph.org.uk - 7823167πŸ“· 5

Villages Β· Yorkshire & the Humber

South Crosland

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Reservoirs & lochs Β· Yorkshire & the Humber

Blackmoorfoot Reservoir

Blackmoorfoot Reservoir β€” reservoir in West Yorkshire, England, UK.

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Another view of the former school, Wilshaw, Meltham - geograph.org.uk - 530373πŸ“· 3

Follies Β· Yorkshire & the Humber

Beaumont Mausoleum

Beaumont Mausoleum is a folly in the United Kingdom.

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Where to eat & stay near Folly Dolly Falls

Places to stay

Footpath over Mytholm Bridge - geograph.org.uk - 4736483πŸ“· 5

Campsites Β· Yorkshire & the Humber

Holme Valley Camping & Caravan Park

Holme Valley Camping & Caravan Park β€” a campsite in england yorkshire.

Cartworth Moor Cricket Club ground - geograph.org.uk - 4108115πŸ“· 5

Campsites Β· Yorkshire & the Humber

Rising Sun Farm Campsite

Rising Sun Farm Campsite β€” a campsite in england yorkshire.

Free↗ holmfirthhorseandcarriagerides.co.uk
England's green and pleasant land - geograph.org.uk - 3014089πŸ“· 5

Caravan parks Β· Yorkshire & the Humber

Whitegate Leisure Camping & Caravan Site

Whitegate Leisure Camping & Caravan Site β€” a caravan park in england yorkshire.

Flowers on the verge of Calderdale Way, Elland - geograph.org.uk - 5087689πŸ“· 5

Caravan parks Β· Yorkshire & the Humber

Elland Hall Farm Caravan Park

Elland Hall Farm Caravan Park β€” a caravan park in england yorkshire.

Old milestone - geograph.org.uk - 7226561πŸ“· 5

Hotels Β· Yorkshire & the Humber

315 Bar and Restaurant

315 Bar and Restaurant β€” a hotel in england yorkshire.

Free↗ 315barandrestaurant.co.uk
The Old School House, Carlecotes - geograph.org.uk - 4141572πŸ“· 5

Campsites Β· Yorkshire & the Humber

Thurlmoor Farm Camping & Caravan Site

Thurlmoor Farm Camping & Caravan Site β€” a campsite in england yorkshire.

Places to eat & drink

Looking towards Bridge 45, Huddersfield Narrow Canal, Slaithwaite - geograph.org.uk - 7729336πŸ“· 5

Historic pubs Β· Yorkshire & the Humber

Shoulder of Mutton

Shoulder of Mutton in England Yorkshire, United Kingdom.

Leymoor Road, Golcar - geograph.org.uk - 7102721πŸ“· 5

Historic pubs Β· Yorkshire & the Humber

Rising Sun Public House

Rising Sun Public House in England Yorkshire, United Kingdom.

Elizabeth II postbox outside Huddersfield Bus Station - geograph.org.uk - 5973509πŸ“· 5

Historic pubs Β· Yorkshire & the Humber

The Plumbers Arms

The Plumbers Arms in England Yorkshire, United Kingdom.

Queen Street, Huddersfield - geograph.org.uk - 7585493πŸ“· 5

Historic pubs Β· Yorkshire & the Humber

The College Arms

The College Arms in England Yorkshire, United Kingdom.

Tower, Church of St Peter, Huddersfield - geograph.org.uk - 4210200πŸ“· 7

Historic pubs Β· Yorkshire & the Humber

The White Swan Public House

The White Swan Public House in England Yorkshire, United Kingdom.

The Methodist Mission, Lord Street, Huddersfield - geograph.org.uk - 862208πŸ“· 5

Historic pubs Β· Yorkshire & the Humber

The Vulcan Public House

The Vulcan Public House in England Yorkshire, United Kingdom.

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Overbridge No.15 - geograph.org.uk - 7495772πŸ“· 5

Waterfalls Β· Yorkshire & the Humber

Levenshulme Waterfall

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Waterfalls Β· Yorkshire & the Humber

The Strid

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Falling Foss - geograph.org.uk - 2523952πŸ“· 5

Waterfalls Β· Yorkshire & the Humber

Falling Foss Waterfall

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Folly Dolly Falls?
Folly Dolly Falls is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode HD9 4FE), in the parish of Meltham.
What is Folly Dolly Falls?
Folly Dolly Falls β€” waterfall in england yorkshire.
How do I get to Folly Dolly Falls?
The nearest railway station is Slaithwaite, about 3.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode HD9 4FE.
Is Folly Dolly Falls a protected site?
Yes β€” Folly Dolly Falls is part of the South Pennine Moors SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
How do I get to Folly Dolly Falls?
The nearest railway station is Slaithwaite, about 3.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode HD9 4FE.