Waterfalls · Yorkshire & the Humber
The Strid
In or near Beamsley.
The Strid — waterfall in england yorkshire.
Martin Dawes — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Bolton Abbey · 3.1 km
About
The Strid 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: West Nidderdale, Barden and Blubberhouses Moors SSSI
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Strid Wood SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Nidderdale
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Strid is a notable waterfall located in Yorkshire. It is part of the River Wharfe and is characterised by its narrow, turbulent channel. The site is known for its dramatic views and the surrounding natural landscape, making it a popular spot for walkers and nature enthusiasts. Visitors can observe the powerful flow of water as it cascades over rocks, creating a striking visual spectacle.
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- Coordinates
- 54.0034, -1.9028
- District
- North Yorkshire
- Parish
- Bolton Abbey
- Postcode
- BD23 6AN
- Parliamentary constituency
- Skipton and Ripon
- Nearest railway station
- Bolton Abbey — 3.1 km
Sources
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Strid?
- The Strid is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode BD23 6AN), in the parish of Bolton Abbey.
- What is The Strid?
- The Strid — waterfall in england yorkshire.
- How do I get to The Strid?
- The nearest railway station is Bolton Abbey, about 3.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode BD23 6AN.
- Is The Strid a protected site?
- Yes — The Strid is part of the West Nidderdale, Barden and Blubberhouses Moors SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Strid Wood SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to The Strid?
- The nearest railway station is Bolton Abbey, about 3.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BD23 6AN.