Janet’s Foss. Quite even footpath until you get nearer to the waterfall it self. Malham is a popular village in the Yorkshire Dales on the Pennine Way.The main attractions are the stunning scenery of Malham Cove and Gordale Scar – probably the two most impressive sights in the whole of the Yorkshire Dales and both within easy walking distance of the village as is Janet’s Foss Waterfall.. Over 12 miles round trip and up and over the moor. Yorkshire Three peaks. Comment document.getElementById( The walk is along a well defined level path alongside a river well away from traffic, the snd of the walk at Janet's Foss is slightly rocky and requires a small amount of climbing but the end result is worthwhile, the waterfall and pool are a great natural sight to see. Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Train. Whatever the reason for these strange tales, Janet’s Foss is truly an enchanting place to visit and enjoy – but tread carefully, as you might venture out in search of Janet, Queen of the Fairies, but instead stumble upon an entity far more dangerous. Beautiful scenery, lovely waterfall with a clear river which you could easily take a paddle or swim in. Legend has it that Janet lives behind the waterfall in the cave, so keep an eye out for a little bit of magic! This is one of the most amazing caves in the Dales, and a great introduction to caving for young and old alike – as long as you accept that you will probably get a bit wet! Take the family on an enchanting stroll to Janet's Foss The route follows the beck along gravel and flagged paths through fields, and then through the woodland on rough and rocky tracks. Malham Cove, Kilnsey Crag, Malham Tarn, Linton Falls, Janet’s Foss, Gordale Scar and Buckden Pike are all close by. Located just a few miles from Malham, the local footpaths around Wood Nook give a wonderful views of Upper Wharfedale and Malhamdale. Janet's Foss sits near the head of a lovely valley on the River Ayre that is like a magical fairyland with woodlands lining the valley and the ground covered in masses of wild garlic. The waterfall is a popular place and many seem to be immune from the cold and paddle or … Nidd Gorge. Our campsite includes six acres of woodland, which has various wildlife and wild flowers. There is also a fantastic walk to Settle along Stockwell Lane. About Janets Foss. Ripon Museums. Wensleydale railway. In Malham go right to Gordale and park the car near the end of the road, just before the camping ground. This is a popular walk from Malham village to the magical waterfall at Janet's Foss. A 15-minute drive from Malham Cove, Gordale Scar and Janet's Foss Well-spaced hardstanding pitches with a large dog exercise area Ash Keys Caravan Park is a family-friendly site in a quiet corner of a family-run 165-acre farm. The walk round to Janet's Foss, up Gordale Scar waterfall and then back over Malham Cove is one of my favourites (3 to 4 hours). Great Douk Cave, Ingleborough. 54.0657, -2.1365. Hackfall. PARKING Yorkshire Dales National Park Car Park in the Village. Janet’s Foss is a nice waterfall near Malham, north of Skipton, in the Yorkshire Dales, England (United Kingdom).. Driving west from Skipton on road A65 take the exit at Coniston Cold to Malham. Malham Tarn National Nature Reserve. Please choose a different date. Janet’s Foss takes its name from Janet or Jennet, the queen of the local fairies, and Foss is the old Scandinavian word for waterfall. Treetop Treks. Joseph Hayton sculptor. 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