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The Great Britain Guide

Lakes · Yorkshire & the Humber

Malham Tarn

In or near Malham.

Malham Tarn — a lake in england north west.

Malham Tarn National Nature Reserve - geograph.org.uk - 1893154

Anthony Parkes — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Settle · 8.2 km

About

A British lake — freshwater body formed by glaciation, fluvial action or, where adjacent to populated areas, by deliberate damming.

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Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Malham-Arncliffe SSSI
  • National Nature Reserve: MALHAM TARN
  • Ramsar wetland: Malham Tarn

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Malham Tarn is a natural lake located in North-West England, situated within the Yorkshire Dales National Park. This glacial lake is notable for its scenic surroundings and biodiversity. It serves as a popular spot for outdoor activities, including walking and birdwatching. The area is characterised by limestone scenery and is part of a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest.

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Coordinates
54.0958, -2.1655
Parish
Malham Moor
Postcode
BD24 9PU
Parliamentary constituency
Skipton and Ripon
Nearest railway station
Settle8.2 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Malham Tarn?
Malham Tarn is in North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode BD24 9PU), in the parish of Malham Moor.
What is Malham Tarn?
Malham Tarn — a lake in england north west.
How do I get to Malham Tarn?
The nearest railway station is Settle, about 8.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode BD24 9PU.
Is Malham Tarn a protected site?
Yes — Malham Tarn is part of the Malham-Arncliffe SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the MALHAM TARN National Nature Reserve.
How do I get to Malham Tarn?
Drivers can navigate to postcode BD24 9PU. It sits within the Skipton and Ripon parliamentary constituency.