Yorkshire Dales day trip from Liverpool: Hardraw Force waterfall
England's highest single-drop waterfall hidden in a wooded gorge
A day trip from Liverpool to the Yorkshire Dales and Moors, visiting Hawes, Haworth (home of the Brontë sisters), Hardraw Force waterfall, the Ribblehead Viaduct and Wensleydale Creamery. The tour runs 9.5 hours with a live English-speaking guide, air-conditioned minibus transport and full audio narration throughout. You'll walk to the 100-foot Hardraw Force cascade, explore Hawes Market Hall and its surrounding shops and tearooms, see the Brontë Parsonage Museum exterior in Haworth, and visit the Creamery's cheese shop and café.
Step-by-step itinerary
Yorkshire Dales and Moors sightseeing
- Visit Ribblehead Viaduct viewpoint
- Explore Hawes Market Hall area
- See Hardraw Force Waterfall
- Taste cheese at Wensleydale Creamery
- Tour Haworth village and Brontë Parsonage
- Ribblehead Viaduct 15m
- Hawes Market Square passing by
- Hardraw Force Waterfall 30m
- Haworth 45m
What’s included
- Air-conditioned minibus transport between all locations.
- pick-up and drop-off at Liverpool World Museum.
- full audio narration throughout the day.
- live guide speaking English.
- digital diary of your day uploaded to the operator's Facebook page (optional).
Next departure: 1 Mar 2027
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Day trip from Liverpool to Yorkshire Dales visiting Ribblehead Viaduct, Hardraw Force waterfall, and Hawes market town.
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The experience
The Ribblehead Viaduct opens the day: as the minibus approaches, you see 24 massive stone arches spanning 400 metres, built in the 1870s for the Settle–Carlisle railway and still carrying trains across its top. The viaduct stands against Whernside, Yorkshire's highest peak, and the audio narration fills in the engineering history as you take in the scale of it.
Hawes is the market-town stop where you step off into cobbled streets lined with stone-built shops, independent galleries and outdoor gear retailers. Hawes Market Hall sits at the heart of the village, with local traders selling handmade crafts, fresh produce and baked goods. Cosy tearooms and traditional pubs surround it. The River Ure winds through the valley below, and dry-stone walls climb the rolling hills that frame the whole scene. You have time to browse, eat lunch if you choose, or simply walk the streets.
Hardraw Force is a short stroll from your bus stop, accessed through the historic Green Dragon Inn and into a wooded gorge where England's highest single-drop waterfall drops 100 feet. Whether it's in full flow after rain or gently spilling on a quiet day, the cascade sits deep enough in the landscape that it feels removed from the tour itself: a moment of quiet rather than a photo line. Entry to the waterfall costs £4 per person and is not included in the tour price. Haworth follows: a 45-minute stop in the hillside village where the Brontë Parsonage Museum (exterior only) sits at the top, with the churchyard and St Michael and All Angels Church offering views and a place to stand where the sisters once walked.
The Wensleydale Creamery closes the day. Its stone buildings blend into the landscape, and inside you can sample and buy the famous Yorkshire Wensleydale cheese alongside other local and artisan varieties in the cheese shop. The café and in-house restaurant are there if you want to eat before the return journey to Liverpool World Museum, where the minibus drops you off. A digital diary of your day is uploaded to the operator's Facebook page if you opt in.
Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 15 years); Infant (under 3).
What is Hardraw Force and how do I get to it on this tour?
Hardraw Force is England's highest single-drop waterfall, a 100-foot cascade hidden within a wooded gorge near Hawes. You walk a short distance from the bus stop through the historic Green Dragon Inn to reach it. Entry costs £4 per person and is not included in the tour price.
Can I buy and taste cheese at the Wensleydale Creamery?
Yes. The Creamery has a cheese shop where you can sample and purchase the famous Yorkshire Wensleydale cheese and other local and artisan varieties. The site also has a café and restaurant if you want to eat there.
How long do I spend in Hawes, and what is there to do?
Hawes Market Hall is the focal point, surrounded by independent shops selling local art, outdoor gear and Yorkshire treats, along with cosy tearooms and traditional pubs. You have time to browse the market, eat lunch, or walk the cobbled streets and explore the shops at your own pace.
Will I see the Brontë Parsonage Museum in Haworth?
You'll see the exterior of the Brontë Parsonage Museum at the top of Haworth village during a 45-minute stop. The churchyard and St Michael and All Angels Church are also nearby for viewing and photographs.
What does the Ribblehead Viaduct look like, and will I see a train cross it?
The Ribblehead Viaduct spans 400 metres with 24 massive stone arches, built in the 1870s for the Settle–Carlisle railway and still in use today. With luck, you may see a train gliding across its top as the minibus approaches. The audio narration explains its history and engineering.
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Yorkshire Dales day trip from Liverpool: Hardraw Force waterfall
9h 30m · EN
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