Catrigg Force from Stainforth

• Beautiful waterfall at Catrigg Force
• Lovely copse above Stainforth
• Thwaites at the Craven Heifer

Catrigg Force is a lovely waterfall that is hidden away in a deep gorge above the village of Stainforth. The waterfall is set back in the trees but opens out beautifully as you enter the gorge. There are 2 main drops of 20 plus foot separated by a 60 foot copse; apparently the famous composer Elgar’s favourite spot.  The falls do require a little effort to reach but the track is excellent. Do not return direct to Stainforth but follow the route through the remote farms of Winskill (friendly) and down through a lovely copse of woodland which sits on Stainforth limestone scar. Stainforth itself is an attractive small village, most famous for an excellent country inn, stepping stones over the beck and a rich history based around the monks of Sawley Abbey. The views above the Force are excellent with Pen y Ghent and Ingleborough clearly profiled but also on the descent where Ribblesdale is spread out for miles in each direction.

As of March 2010 the land around and including Catrigg Force is up for sale for a mere £25,000 for those poets amongst us.

Recommend. A few hundred yards down stream are more spectacular falls where Catrigg Beck meets the Ribble.

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OS Map:	O/S 1/25,000. OL2 Yorkshire Dales Southern & Western Section
Start Point:	821672. Parking is available anywhere in the village but be sensitive to the residents.
Terrain:	A bridleway (Goat Lane) leaves from the stepping stones up to the Force and the track is clear and well sign posted beyond.
Eating & Drinking:	The Craven Heifer is situated on the packhorse bridge over the beck and serves pub grub and a nice pint.
Similar Walks Nearby:	Limestone Walking above Feizor Eight Stiles walk above Long Preston Ingleborough Cave from Clapham
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