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Waterfalls · North West England

The Forces

In or near Bomby.

The Forces — waterfall in england north east.

On Sandhill Knotts - geograph.org.uk - 2814362

Michael Graham — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h

About

The Forces is a waterfall located in england north east. 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: Naddle Forest SSSI
  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Eden and Tributaries SSSI

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

The Forces is a waterfall located in North-East England. It is known for its natural beauty and the surrounding landscape. Visitors can expect a serene environment, ideal for photography and nature walks. The area offers opportunities for exploration and enjoying the outdoors.

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

Coordinates
54.5328, -2.7979

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is The Forces?
The Forces is in North-West England, United Kingdom.
What is The Forces?
The Forces — waterfall in england north east.
How do I get to The Forces?
The nearest town is Bomby. Its coordinates are 54.5328°, -2.7979°.
Is The Forces a protected site?
Yes — The Forces is part of the Naddle Forest SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the River Eden and Tributaries SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.