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Colwith Force

Elterwater, Colwith Force & Skelwith Force

Notes and points of interest

Colwith Force The falls drop in several stages down a total height of about 40 feet. The river is the Brathay, which has been with us throughout this walk, and drains all the hills in the Langdale area.

Elterwater The lake shares its name with the village and the word 'Elter' comes from an old word for 'swan'. The lake is, in fact, a regular stopover point for Whooper Swans on their way south for the winter. The village is ranged around a traditional green and has several shops, pubs and hotels.

Kirkstone Slate Galleries The slate worked here has a greenish tinge and makes attractive ornaments and decorative items. The shops sell other nick-nacks and luxury items. There is also a café/teashop on the site. (Skelwith Bridge).

Skelwith Bridge a small village on the road from Ambleside to Coniston, Skelwith Bridge boasts an impressive stone river crossing that is worth a look. There is a spacious pedestrian viewing area beside the bridge and a road leads from there to the car park of the Kirkstone Slate Galleries shop and restaurant.

Skelwith Force Lower down the same River Brathay, this fall is relatively low in height (about 17 feet) but makes up for it by thrusting all the water through a fairly narrow gap, making an impressive curtain fall (especially after rain).