Aysgarth is a village in the Yorkshire Dales best known for its beautiful waterfalls. Having featured in Robin Hood Prince of Thieves as the scene for a battle between Robin Hood and Little John, the falls are spectacular and are well serviced by a national park visitor centre with car parking, toilets, cafe and EV charging points.
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Attractions in Aysgarth
Aysgarth’s main attraction is the falls, but there’s lots more to see and do nearby:
Aysgarth Falls Tourist Information Centre
Aysgarth Falls National Park Centre, Aysgarth Falls, Leyburn, North Yorkshire, DL8 3TH
Accommodation in Aysgarth
Aysgarth is well served by a range of accommodation including hotels, B&B’s and camping.
Yorecroft
Yorecroft, Aysgarth, DL8 3AH, United Kingdom
Host & Stay – Bumblebee Cottage
2 Yore Mill Cottage, Aysgarth, DL8 3SR, United Kingdom
Aysgarth Falls Hotel & Restaurant
Aysgarth Falls Hotel, Aysgarth, DL8 3SR, United Kingdom
The Hut in the Orchard @ Yorecroft
Yorecroft Aysgarth, Aysgarth, DL8 3AH, United Kingdom
Stow House
Aysgarth, Aysgarth, DL8 3SR, United Kingdom
George & Dragon
Aysgarth North Yorkshire, Aysgarth, DL8 3AD, United Kingdom
Cornlee
Leyburn, Aysgarth, DL8 3AE, United Kingdom
Colman’s of Aysgarth Town Ends
Town Ends, Aysgarth, DL8 3AQ, United Kingdom
Aysgarth Nook by Maison Parfaite – Luxury Holiday Home with Hot Tub
Aysgarth Nook Main Street, Aysgarth, DL8 3AH, United Kingdom
Church View, Aysgarth – modern self contained, with amazing views.
Church View, Aysgarth, Aysgarth, DL8 3SR, United KingdomAysgarth FAQ’s
How long is the walk around Aysgarth Falls?
Very short – just 500m from the main visitor car park, down a steep and winding, but well maintained, footpath. It is rocky in some parts. There are other longer routes to walk.
How much does it cost to go to Aysgarth Falls?
The falls themselves are free to visit, but the main visitor car park has charges.
Can you swim in Aysgarth Falls?
At the height of summer, the water levels drop far enough to wade and swim in parts of the falls. However, all the usual advice on safe river swimming applies: https://www.rlss.org.uk/water-safety-for-open-water-swimming
Aysgarth on the map
Where next?
Head updale to Hawes, through Bishopdale to Kettlewell and Grassington (a challenging road) or downdale to the relative comforts of Leyburn & Richmond.