Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Malham Cove

"The roaring triple waterfalls that make up Aysgrath Falls have been attracting tourists for over 200 years. It’s inspired many a famous artist, including Turner himself, and Wordsworth spent his honeymoon here. Take one of the many well-signposted routes up to the falls to soak up the staggering views."

"There are a few reasons to head deeper into the Yorkshire Dales, setting a course for the village of Malham, a few short miles to the east. One of these is to experience the majesty of the nearby Malham Cove, a curved limestone cliff topped with limestone pavement. This is the result of a giant waterfall carrying meltwater at the end of the last Ice Age over 12,000 years ago."

"This curving limestone rock face is shaped like an amphitheatre, making it an unusual sight. It attracts rock climbers, nesting peregrine falcons, and offers incredible clifftop views over the dale below!. This is one of the top places to see in the Yorkshire Dales and perfect for outdoorsy folk."

"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Green Giant used under CC BY 4.0. Cartwright Hall is Bradford’s municipal art gallery, that offers an energising array of contemporary exhibits. The collections showcase 19th and 20th-century British craftsmanship, with global contemporary prints and South Asian works."

"Although White Scar Caves is within the Yorkshire Dales National Park, this stunning natural attraction is worth its own entry in this guide. It is the longest show cave in the UK and inside the enormous cave system, you will see a series of impressive waterfalls and rock formations. One of the highlights of your trip will be the huge Battlefield Cavern as there are some breath-taking sights that you can enjoy."

"The longest show caves in Britain aren’t for the claustrophobic, as you’ll have to crawl and squeeze through narrow gaps to admire the waterfalls, stalagmites, stalactites and gigantic caverns that lurk inside. If you’re up to it though, the subterranean scenery is fascinating to study."

"Just outside Ingleton, White Scar caves is the longest show cave in England. A fantastic introduction to the underground world exploring passages, formations and large chambers."

"Lancaster's most imposing building is the castle, built in 1150 but added to over the centuries: the Well Tower dates from 1325 and is also known as the Witches' Tower because its basement dungeon was used to imprison the accused in the infamous Pendle Witches Trial of 1612. Also dating from the early 14th century is the impressive twin-towered gatehouse. Visits are by guided tour only as the castle is used as a Crown Court."

"Similar to the Maritime Museum is the fantastic Lancaster Castle. The castle is the city’s most famous landmark for a reason; it’s a great day out for the whole family. Lancaster Castle is a busy place with regular events, so check out their website before you go."

"At Skyreholme near the village of Appletreewick in Wharfedale, Parcevall Hall is a Grade II* listed manor house with 24 acres of stunning landscaped gardens that are perfect for picnics. The gardens are one of the most peaceful places to visit in the Yorkshire Dales."

"Within the tranquil grounds, visitors will find many facets of the garden: woodland walks, formal areas, south facing terraces, a limestone rock garden and a beautiful rose garden."

"The Pendle Heritage Centre sits right at the heart of Lancashire’s hill country beside an ancient crossing of Pendle water. The gallery and craft shop offer displays of work and exhibitions by professional crafts people and artists, while the museum contains a wealth of information about the history and development of the farmhouse."

"The Cauldron Falls are set just outside the idyllic village of West Burton. Often referred to as both the West Burton Falls, they’re well worth a visit if you’re also making a trip to the slightly more popular Aysgarth Falls, which is just a few miles up north. Just a short walk from the village, it’s easily accessible and doesn’t require a massive hike!"

"Painted by James Ward, written about by Wordsworth in a sonnet, this dramatic limestone ravine is an essential visit when in the....."

"It’s not hard to see why this breathtaking spectacle has earned the accolade - over 312 square miles of unspoiled barren gritstone fells, deep valleys and peat moorland to walk, climb or cycle. That’s not to mention remarkable views aplenty and historic stone villages dating to prehistoric times."