
Explore one of England's most impressive 21-metre waterfalls with scenic woodland walks, seasonal children's trails, and family-friendly activities in Upper Teesdale.
Venue Type
Indoor & Outdoor
Typical visit duration
All day
Booking
Walk-in
Recommended ages
0 months (newborn)+
Offers locally-sourced cuisine throughout the day including breakfast, light bites, lunch, and evening meals, plus afternoon tea service
Hours: Open daily
Visit websiteAmazing waterfall, nice stroll through the woods and a magnificent view of the fall. Saw a cool toad jumping across our path which was nice to see. I do think the charges are a bit much for what it is though - at least combine it with the car park few. I get that it needs to be maintained etc, but just puts a dampener on visiting a bit of nature. We'll end up like some Spanish islands soon and having to pay to visit the beach next. Also took a while to enter as had to await other folk buying coffees at the ticket hut where they sell stuff, so wasted exploring time.
An amazing waterfall indeed and such a beautiful area. We arrived just after lunch and we parked at the high force hotel car park for just a small charge. Tickets were also just a small charge to see the waterfall. It was a small walk to the view point but we spent a good time there just taking it in. A must see for definite.
Absolutely stunning waterfall and well worth the visit. The walk through the woodland trail was peaceful and scenic, and the views of High Force were incredible, especially after recent rain when the water was really powerful. Parking and entry were straightforward. must-visit if you’re exploring County Durham or the North Pennines.
Well worth the visit. The entry fee allows you to use the shorter walking route on gravel, and the fee contributes to the management of the area. We visited at a quiet time, and before the trees are in full leaf, so had a clear view. There'd been rain recently so the waterfall was particularly impressive. The power of nature is striking.
One night dinner bed n breakfast what a treat it was for a birthday, The lady who showed us to our room was very lovely and very helpful. We had afternoon tea booked food was fab, then off to see the waterfall which was just across the road and wow amazing. Then back to the hotel for drinks later on in the evening had a couple of starters again amazing food, back up to the room which was very clean, little touches like biscuits, coffee machine, different teas & coffee's. Had a shower very nice and you even got shower gel, shampoo, conditioner, smelt amazing. The towels lovely n fluffy. The bed & pillows so soft only downside tv we couldn't work it but not a problem as I had my book. Breakfast next morning wow. Selection of croissant, fruit, granola with berries & natural yoghurt, cereals and gluten free option & vegan. Then you could order off the menu aswell. Spoilt for choice. Plus they are dog friendly, I will definitely be visiting again. The only downside is 1hour 20min drive for me but on the plus side some fabulous veiws along the way and watch out for the free roaming sheep.
Reviews last updated: 6 October 2026
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This venue was last updated on 6 October 2026
