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High Fall

High Fall is a waterfall on Rydal Beck in the Lake District, accessible via a permitted footpath through woodland.

The falls are just a short scramble from the trail, though the descent to the base involves navigating rocks and a dirt track that can be slippery. A plunge pool at the base makes High Fall a popular wild-swimming spot.

Entry into the pool is relatively straightforward, though shallow rocks beneath the surface require caution.

The water runs notably cold — reportedly colder than many other Lake District swimming holes — making it best suited to a brief, refreshing dip on a warm day.

A further 100 metres or so upstream lies a second, unnamed waterfall sometimes called Chockstone Falls, where a single cascade drops into a large emerald pool framed by ancient rocks.


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