Waterfalls · North West England
Whitewater Dash / Dash Falls
In or near Bassenthwaite.
Whitewater Dash / Dash Falls — waterfall in scotland lowlands.

Adrian Taylor — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Threlkeld Quarry Station · 8.7 km
About
Whitewater Dash / Dash Falls is a waterfall located in scotland lowlands. 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: River Derwent and Tributaries SSSI
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Skiddaw Group SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Whitewater Dash, also known as Dash Falls, is a waterfall located in the Scottish Lowlands. This natural feature is characterised by its flowing waters cascading over rocky terrain, creating a picturesque scene. The surrounding area provides opportunities for walking and enjoying the local landscape. Visitors can expect a tranquil environment, ideal for observing nature and the sound of rushing water.
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- Coordinates
- 54.6718, -3.1300
- Nearest railway station
- Threlkeld Quarry Station — 8.7 km
Sources
- osm: n1997662920 (ODbL)
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Whitewater Dash / Dash Falls?
- Whitewater Dash / Dash Falls is in North-West England, United Kingdom.
- What is Whitewater Dash / Dash Falls?
- Whitewater Dash / Dash Falls — waterfall in scotland lowlands.
- How do I get to Whitewater Dash / Dash Falls?
- The nearest railway station is Threlkeld Quarry Station, about 8.7 km away. The nearest town is Bassenthwaite. Its coordinates are 54.6718°, -3.1300°.
- Is Whitewater Dash / Dash Falls a protected site?
- Yes — Whitewater Dash / Dash Falls is part of the River Derwent and Tributaries SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Skiddaw Group SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.