Waterfalls · South West England
Yealm Steps
In or near Cornwood.
Yealm Steps in England South West, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Ivybridge · 7.7 km
About
Yealm Steps is a waterfall in England South West, United Kingdom — a scenic cascade popular with walkers and photographers. Britain's waterfalls range from the plunge pools of the Yorkshire Dales and Brecon Beacons to the Highland falls fed by mountain burns.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: South Dartmoor SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Yealm Steps is a waterfall located in South-West England within the South Dartmoor SSSI (Site of Special Scientific Interest). This natural feature is characterised by its cascading waters and surrounding rugged landscape. The site is recognised for its ecological significance, contributing to the biodiversity of the area. Visitors can expect a scenic spot ideal for observing the natural environment.
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- Coordinates
- 50.4565, -3.9491
- Nearest railway station
- Ivybridge — 7.7 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q96898240 (CC0)
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Archaeological sites · 2.4 km
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Hill forts · 2.8 km
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Nearby
📷 5Archaeological sites · South West England
Deserted post-medieval farmstead and part of the surrounding field system at High House Waste
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📷 5Mountains & hills · South West England
Penn Moor
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📷 3Stone circles · South West England
Stall Moor stone circle
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📷 3Burial mounds & barrows · South West England
Stalldown Cairn Circle
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📷 5Mountains & hills · South West England
Stalldown Barrow
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📷 5Vineyards · South West England
Medieval settlement on Ford Waste
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Where to eat & stay near Yealm Steps
Places to stay
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📷 5Campsites · South West England
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Tor Royal B&B
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📷 5Campsites · South West England
Brackenhill Glamping
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Places to eat & drink
📷 5Cafés · South West England
Station House
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📷 7Historic pubs · South West England
St Elizabeth's House
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📷 5Restaurants · South West England
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📷 5Historic pubs · South West England
Church House Inn
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📷 7Historic pubs · South West England
White Hart Hotel And The Assembly Rooms
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📷 5Restaurants · South West England
Furzeleigh Mill
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Yealm Steps?
- Yealm Steps is in South-West England, United Kingdom.
- What is Yealm Steps?
- Yealm Steps in England South West, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Yealm Steps?
- The nearest railway station is Ivybridge, about 7.7 km away. Its coordinates are 50.4565°, -3.9491°.
- Is Yealm Steps a protected site?
- Yes — Yealm Steps is part of the South Dartmoor SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Yealm Steps?
- The nearest railway station is Ivybridge, about 7.7 km away.