A list of the 10 "most beautiful" waterfalls across the UK has been released, and two Scottish spots are included in the top five.
Scotland is home to many stunning waterfalls, from the Ramnahol Waterfall in Shetland to the Eas a’ Chuil Aluinn near Kylesku in Sutherland to the Linn of Ruthrie Falls in Aberlour. Considering the wet weather we are used to, it is no surprise that the country features many picturesque waterfalls.
There are also countless scenic waterfall spots outside of Scotland in England, Wales, and beyond. To help people decide where to head for some stunning views, outdoor retail site GO Outdoors compiled a list of the top 10 waterfalls across the UK.
The Falls of Glomach in Ross-shire was crowned top in Scotland and second on the list for the UK. It's among the tallest and most isolated waterfalls in the UK. Reaching the falls takes some major dedication, as it involves a 12-mile hike, but the views are more than worth it and you will see plenty of Highland wildlife there and back.
GO Outdoors stated: "Waterfalls in films are often depicted as romantic, exotic locations (or the inevitable end to somebody being carried down a fast flowing river). We have some stunning waterfalls around the UK that you can visit, and some of them couldn’t be easier to reach.
"The best thing about waterfalls, is that they’re actually more impressive in the rain – so don’t let the great British weather hold you back."
Commenting on the waterfall, GO Outdoors stated: "With a drop of around 113 metres, the Falls of Glomach are one of the tallest in Britain, but you’re going to have to put the work in if you want to find them. The route we’ve chosen below to find these falls, is considered the easiest and still clocks in at 11 miles.
"It’s worth it though to visit one of the tallest single drop falls, and because it’s a little off the beaten track, it won’t be as busy with tourists. If the stunning falls aren’t enough to entice you, it’s also worth keeping an eye out for wild life such as: golden eagles, golden plover, herds of red deer and wild goats."
As well as sharing a map of the falls, GO Outdoors also gave the walk a difficulty grade of 'moderate', and revealed that the entire walk will take approximately six and a half hours. The site also revealed that the majority of the terrain on the trail consists of woodland and hills.
The other Scottish waterfall to appear on the list, at number four, is the Steall Falls in Glen Nevis near Fort William. Unlike the Falls of Glomach, this is a short walk and will only take around one hour and 10 minutes overall.
The Steall Falls can be easily accessed, and the walk offers beautiful views of the surrounding woodland and even Ben Nevis in the distance. They falls were used as a filming location for the film Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, making them a must-see for Potter fans.
GO Outdoors added: "If you’re in the area for a holiday, or are looking for something other than Ben Nevis to occupy your time, then you really can’t go wrong with a lovely walk through Nevis Gorge to see Steall Falls. These walks are ideal for all abilities, but good footwear is recommended.
"The walk takes you past some lower falls to whet your appetite, through the gorge toward Steall Falls which can be seen from a wire bridge. This is Scotland’s second highest fall at 120m."
Meanwhile, High Force in County Durham topped GO Outdoors' list. As its name suggests, it is one of the most breathtaking waterfalls in the UK and plunges 70 feet over a precipice.
Top 10 Most Impressive Waterfalls in the UK
- High Force, County Durham
- Falls of Glomach, Ross-shire
- Pistyll Rhaeadr, Powys
- Steall Falls, Glen Nevis
- Hardraw Force, Yorkshire Dales
- Aira Force, Lake District
- Ingleton Waterfall Trail, Yorkshire Dales
- Waterfall Country, Brecon Beacons
- Becky Falls, Dartmoor
- St. Nectan’s Glen, Cornwall
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