There are few natural wonders more awe-inspiring than a waterfall. A river cascades down a sheer
drop, creating an endless, frothing din. If it’s been raining, then the spectacle is even more incredible.
You might think of the Niagara Falls, in North America, or Angel Falls, in Venezuela. But the truth is
that you don’t need to cross the Atlantic to see a waterfall: there are dozens of them in the UK. So, if
you’ve got a spare weekend with the family, or you’ve got a school holiday coming up, a visit to the
nearest one is more than worthwhile.

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Aria Force, Lake District

This Cumbrian waterfall sits near to Glenridding, and sees the Aira Beck drop around twenty metres
through a steep-sided gorge. If you make the walk up to the falls, you’ll be rewarded with a close-up
view from a pair of bridges, constructed during the Victorian era.

Brecon Beacons, Wales

There are so many waterfalls in this part of the country that it’s difficult to single any of them out. If
you’re travelling to the Brecon Beacons, then you’ll want to visit Waterfall Country, which is an area of
woodland that’s packed with them. The highlight is undoubtedly Sgwd Yr Eira, which you can actually
walk behind. You’ll need to be able comfortable with a long walk, however – so plan this one in
advance.

If you’re making the trip to Wales, then you might want to share driving duties with temporary car
insurance to take a break from when wheel every so often and take in the fantastic sceneries.

Gaping Gill, North Yorkshire

This waterfall is slightly different, in that it’s underground. You’ll see the water lit from above – and if
you approach the falls at the right time of day, it’s truly incredible. The waterfall is accessible via the
Gaping Gill Ingleborough Cave System, which represents a great day out with the kids, in and of
itself.

St. Nectan’s Glen, Cornwall

There are several amazing waterfalls in the vicinity of Tintagel, in North Cornwall. But none are quite
so impressive as St. Nectan’s Glen, which is a place so secluded and beautiful that it commands a
sense of the sacred for many hikers. The centrepiece is a hole in the rock face, carved by the
waterfall over millenia. It’s what gives the area its unique character!

Fairy Pools, Isles of Skye

Skye is an island that’s packed with gobsmacking scenery. The Fairy Pools are nestled right in the
heart of the island. A series of incredible crystal-clear pools run into one another, surrounded on all
sides by precipitous peaks. They’re just a short walk from the car park – though, if you’re an
experienced walker, you can make the stop part of a longer hike.