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Gorges · Yorkshire & the Humber

Swale Dale

In or near Satron.

Swale Dale — a gorge in england north west.

Moorland with peat bank above Keld Edge Springs - geograph.org.uk - 5890711

Trevor Littlewood — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h

About

A British gorge — a narrow, steep-sided valley typically carved by a river through resistant limestone or sandstone country.

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Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Lovely Seat - Stainton Moor SSSI

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Swale Dale is a gorge located in North-West England. It features steep limestone cliffs and a meandering river, providing striking natural scenery. The area is popular for walking and wildlife observation, attracting outdoor enthusiasts. The geological formations and diverse habitats contribute to its ecological significance.

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Coordinates
54.3667, -2.0833
Parish
Muker
Postcode
DL11 6NL
Parliamentary constituency
Richmond and Northallerton

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Swale Dale?
Swale Dale is in North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode DL11 6NL), in the parish of Muker.
What is Swale Dale?
Swale Dale — a gorge in england north west.
How do I get to Swale Dale?
Drivers can use postcode DL11 6NL.
Is Swale Dale a protected site?
Yes — Swale Dale is part of the Lovely Seat - Stainton Moor SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
How do I get to Swale Dale?
Drivers can navigate to postcode DL11 6NL. It sits within the Richmond and Northallerton parliamentary constituency.