Amazing views from the top, great place to stop for a brew and admire it. If you're feeling brave and like a climb, you can climb up the waterfall at Gordale Scar and you come out at the top, but take care if you choose to do this!

The Yorkshire Hiker

January 13, 2024

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Easily the best view point to take in GS and it’s surroundings. Also much quieter than the low level route

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Elevation 320 m

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Location: Malham, Yorkshire And The Humber, England, United Kingdom

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