Aira Force Waterfall Reviews Summary

Category: Tourist attraction Penrith

Address: Matterdale, Penrith, CA11 0JS, United Kingdom

Phone: +441768482067

Rating: 4.7
based on 523 reviews.

Accessibility

Pros:

  • "The paths are well defined and easy to follow."
  • "Not difficult terrain to hike. Some steps with railings."
  • "The walk itself is not hard going, about 10 mins or so, a bit longer to the very top."
  • "Really nice walk. Several routes so you can either decide to walk for a few hours, or about an hour."
  • "Good walk, not very demanding. Approx 30 mins to complete round trip however you can divert to cascades."

Cons:

  • "It is not at all wheel chair friendly, nor is it for the feint of heart or knee."
  • "Prepare to climb down and climb up some stairs."
  • "Great place for waterfalls, suitable foot wear as not all flat, walking boots are a must."
  • "The climb was generally easy, though not wheelchair or buggy accessible beyond the fall."
  • "Accessibility information about Aira Force. I recommend that people who can't walk very far, take the 'easy' option."

Car Park and Facilities

Pros:

  • "Car park charges are around 5£ per 2 hours."
  • "Car park is close by and although it’s paid it supports National Trust. Coffee shop and toilets on site."
  • "It's also national trust parking for free if you're a member."
  • "The car park is fairly large but there is a charge unless you are a National Trust member. Access to the waterfalls however is free."
  • "Carpark had plenty of space toilets on sight and a place to get a tea or coffee."

Cons:

  • "Only con is there can be a lot of tourist traffic there as I found out the hard way."
  • "Get there early as the car park will fill quickly on weekends and the car park is £9 for all day."
  • "Fairly busy even in November. Scones in the cafe were fabulous but parking £7.50."
  • "The car park was £5 for 2 hours or discounted if a national trust member."
  • "Only issue we found was the parking. We drove around the main carpark several times."

Scenery and Experience

Pros:

  • "You can walk all the way down to the waterfall and enjoy the beauty from quite close."
  • "A beautiful waterfall set in beautiful scenery with a beautiful lake nearby."
  • "This is the most spectacular English place I have ever visited. In fact nothing in Scotland or Wales has come close so far."
  • "Amazing waterfall, which in my opinion seemed very fairytale like."
  • "Aira Force Waterfall beckons with its natural grandeur, inviting all to experience its magic."

Cons:

  • "Overrated place. Can be trekked up and down in an hour."
  • "Beautiful place. Peaceful, magical views. It is a tale view 😍 a hidden gem within the Lake District."
  • "Even though, you have to walk for some time to reach the falls, totally worthy."
  • "Definately worth the visit, superb views, and the lovely walk."
  • "Been here a few times. Its an easy walk up to the falls, with steady incline."

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