Tom Ghyll Waterfalls

Tom Ghyll Waterfalls

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Tom Ghyll Waterfalls

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Lake District National Park

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Location: Coniston, South Lakeland, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

Tips

June 22, 2025

Hiking

Tom Ghyll (or Gill) is a fast flowing stream with two spectacular waterfalls. There is a path along it up to Tarn Hows. Or if you leave Tarn Hows down to Glen Mary car park.

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Biene

August 28, 2016

Hiking

Nice set of waterfalls, can be reached easily from Tarn Hows. Sturdy footwear strongly recommended.

Jürgen

August 4, 2019

Hiking

A little change to the many beautiful wide views.

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Elevation 180 m

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Wednesday 28 October

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There’s a fairly high chance of rain. Consider packing a waterproof jacket.

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Location: Coniston, South Lakeland, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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