About Cautley Spout

Cautley Spout, located near Sedbergh in the Howgill Fells of Cumbria, is England's tallest waterfall above ground, with a total drop of 198 meters (650 feet). The waterfall cascades in a series of broken falls down a steep cliff face at the head of a glacial valley leading from the high plateau known as The Calf. The surrounding landscape was shaped during the last Ice Age, with glaciers carving out the valley and leaving behind scree slopes and other geological features. Today, Cautley Spout is a popular destination for walkers and photographers, offering stunning views and a chance to experience the natural beauty of the Yorkshire Dales. The waterfall is accessible via a short walk from the Cross Keys Inn in Cautley, making it an ideal spot for a scenic outing.

Where is Cautley Spout?

Cautley Spout is a spectacular waterfall located in the Howgill Fells, near the village of Sedbergh in Cumbria, on the western edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. It is England's highest above-ground cascade waterfall, with a total drop of approximately 198 meters (650 feet).

The most common access point is from the Cross Keys Temperance Inn, located on the A683 road, approximately 4 miles north of Sedbergh.

Cautley Spout

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