Beautiful hidden little gem in Ramsbotom near Bury. Don't waste your time trying to drive up plunge lane there's nowhere to park just people's drives which they have cordoned off to stop people parking there. Park at the bottom of the lane and walk up. The waterfall is lovely. Hardly the biggest in the world but plenty big enough. Bare in mind to get close to it there is an element of risk, have to climb down a slight gradient on slippy unstable rocks and there are lots of tree roots you could trip on. Not sure how clean the water is we did paddle but not sure you'd want to get any deeper than that. Lovely few hours out with the partner and helped to break the monotony of lockdown. Well worth a visit. If you plan on climbing right down to the waterfall (rather than observing from a distance) then wear shorts and a grippy pair of trainers or walking boots and prepare to get dirty- we went down some of the drop...
Read moreWonderful walk along the stream with plenty of chances to wade in and cool your feet down during summer. Just be aware there is no parking on the little road that shows up on Google maps, and you would have to park along the street somewhere. This could be dangerous as there is little pedestrian protection with cars and trucks zooming by so extra caution if you're taking kids. Once that hazard has been overcome, go visit the waterfall but the real interest is past that walking along the stream which is invigorating and soothing at the same time. Definitely...
Read moreA lovely hidden gem, definitely worth a visit in all seasons. When we visited, there were very few others people around and we were able to appreciate the waterfall in seclusion.
Many options for walks branch off as the stream is followed. Looking forward to a visit in drier weather.
There is no parking close to the waterfall. Best to park in the residential areas away from the bottom of...
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