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.

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1. High Force & Low Force loop from Middleton in Teesdale

17.5km

04:37

150m

160m

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

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

7.76km

02:07

110m

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 Newbiggin

6.15km

01:38

70m

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

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Elevation 270 m

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

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Low Force Waterfall

1. High Force & Low Force loop from Middleton in Teesdale

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

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

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