Viewpoints · Yorkshire & the Humber
Upper Falls
In or near Aysgarth.
Upper Falls is a viewpoint in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 20 min–45 min
- Best time of year
- Clear days year-round
- Nearest railway station
- Redmire · 4.8 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Upper Falls is a named viewpoint in Yorkshire, marked on Ordnance Survey maps for its outlook. The site is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest. It sits within the Richmond and Northallerton parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Redmire, about 4.8 km away. Postcode area DL8.
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Official information
The Aysgarth Falls National Park Visitor Centre serves as an excellent starting point for exploring the stunning waterfalls and surrounding countryside. Visitors can find informative displays, guidebooks, and friendly staff to assist with planning walks and activities in the area.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Aysgarth SSSI
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Ure Grasslands SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Upper Falls is a viewpoint located in Aysgarth, Yorkshire, with the postcode DL8. It is part of the Aysgarth SSSI and the River Ure Grasslands SSSI, highlighting its ecological significance. The location offers a view of the cascading waters, contributing to the area's natural heritage.
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- Coordinates
- 54.2924, -1.9861
- District
- North Yorkshire
- Parish
- Aysgarth
- Postcode
- DL8 3SR
- Parliamentary constituency
- Richmond and Northallerton
- Phone
- 01969 662910
- Nearest railway station
- Redmire — 4.8 km
- Opening
- Daily 10am–5pm
- Official site
- www.yorkshiredales.org.uk
Sources
- osm: n662900263 (ODbL)
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Upper Falls?
- Upper Falls is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode DL8 3SR), in the parish of Aysgarth.
- What is Upper Falls?
- Upper Falls is a viewpoint in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Upper Falls?
- The nearest railway station is Redmire, about 4.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode DL8 3SR.
- Is Upper Falls a protected site?
- Yes — Upper Falls is part of the Aysgarth SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the River Ure Grasslands SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Is Upper Falls free to visit?
- Yes, Upper Falls is free to enter.
- How do I get to Upper Falls?
- The nearest railway station is Redmire, about 4.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DL8 3SR.