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Aygill Force

Aysgill Force is a cascade waterfall located near the village of Gayle on the outskirts of Hawes in Wensleydale, within the Yorkshire Dales National Park.

The fall drops approximately 12 metres (40 feet) along Gayle Beck and is particularly impressive after heavy rainfall. Although the foot of the falls is not accessible, it can be viewed from above and is audible from some distance along the beck path.

Despite its dramatic scale, Aysgill Force remains relatively little known, sitting in the shadow of more famous nearby waterfalls such as Aysgarth to the east, Cotter Force to the west, and Hardraw Force to the north.

It is most commonly visited as part of a circular walk beginning and ending in Hawes, passing through the village of Gayle en route.


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