Low Force is a beautiful series of cascades on the River Tees. Along this section of Upper Teesdale, the river tumbles over the Whin Sill, a layer of hard dolerite rock which formed 295 million years ago from molten rock. Dolerite rock is known locally as whinstone.

Javi Jaavii

September 20, 2023

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Low Force is a series of waterfalls on the River Tees that, despite not having great height like the nearby High Force waterfall, are of stunning beauty.
Some parts of the film '1917' were shot in this area.

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1. High Force and Low Force Circular

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Hike the High Force and Low Force Circular, a moderate 10.9-mile route through the North Pennines AONB to two dramatic waterfalls.

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2. Low Force Waterfall – High Force Waterfall loop from Newbiggin

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

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3. High Force Waterfall – Low Force Waterfall loop from High Force

6.15km

01:38

70m

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

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Location: Holwick, North East England, England, United Kingdom

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Low Force Waterfall

1. High Force and Low Force Circular

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3. High Force Waterfall – Low Force Waterfall loop from High Force

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