Tom Ghyll (or Gill) is a fast flowing stream with two spectacular waterfalls. There is a path along it up to Tarn Hows. Or if you leave Tarn Hows down to Glen Mary car park.

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June 22, 2025

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Tom Ghyll (or Gill) is a fast flowing stream with two spectacular waterfalls. There is a path along it up to Tarn Hows. Or if you leave Tarn Hows down to Glen Mary car park.

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Biene

August 28, 2016

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Nice set of waterfalls, can be reached easily from Tarn Hows. Sturdy footwear strongly recommended.

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1. Tarn Hows, Tom Gill & Tom Heights loop — Lake District National Park

4.49km

01:15

80m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Tarn Hows – Black Crag loop from Little Langdale

10.7km

03:20

390m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Tarn Hows – View of the Langdale Pikes loop from Wetherlam

29.9km

09:45

1,190m

1,220m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 180 m

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Location: Coniston, South Lakeland, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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Tom Ghyll Waterfalls

1. Tarn Hows, Tom Gill & Tom Heights loop — Lake District National Park

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