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About Malham Tarn
Malham Tarn is a lake in the Yorkshire Dales National Park which inspired English novelist Charles Kingsley to write the classic Victorian-era novel The Water-Babies (1863) after he visited the area.
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Recommended attractions near Malham Tarn
| Malham Cove | (1.7 miles, 2.8 km, direction S) | Pictures |
| Gordale Scar | (2.2 miles, 3.5 km, direction SE) | Pictures |
| Janet's Foss | (2.3 miles, 3.7 km, direction SE) | Pictures |
| Settle Carlisle Railway | (5.0 miles, 8.1 km, direction SW) | Pictures |
| Upper Wharfedale | (8.1 miles, 13.1 km, direction E) | Pictures |
| Yorkshire Dales National Park | (9.2 miles, 14.7 km, direction N) | Pictures |
| Gaping Gill | (9.5 miles, 15.4 km, direction NW) | Pictures |
| Oughtershaw Moss | (9.6 miles, 15.5 km, direction N) | Pictures |
| Skipton Castle | (11.1 miles, 17.8 km, direction SE) | Pictures |
| Nidderdale | (13.0 miles, 21.0 km, direction NE) | Pictures |
All attractions in North YorkshireComplete A to Z of attractions in EnglandRecommended towns near Malham Tarn
Malham, in the county of North Yorkshire (2.6 miles, 4.1 km, direction S)
High on the moors and dales of Yorshire, lies the wild and desolate place of Malham..
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Arncliffe, in the county of North Yorkshire (4.0 miles, 6.4 km, direction NE)
Arncliffe is the largest of Littondales four villages and is situated on the lovely River Skirfare.
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Settle, in the county of North Yorkshire (5.0 miles, 8.0 km, direction SW)
A market town in the Yorkshire Dales and also the starting point for the Settle - Carlisle Railway; one of Britain's most...
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Giggleswick, in the county of North Yorkshire (5.3 miles, 8.6 km, direction W)
Giggleswick, is as charming as it's melodious name. It lies in a favoured position in the Ribbersdale Valley, a stone's throw across the river from the lively market town of Settle.
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Kettlewell, in the county of North Yorkshire (5.9 miles, 9.5 km, direction NE)
The spectacular limestone beauty of Kettlewell has been appreciated by travellers for decades. It has a series of delightful cottages clustered around the little Cam Beck, a tributary of the River Wharfe as it plunges from Great Whernside.
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Grassington, in the county of North Yorkshire (7.0 miles, 11.3 km, direction E)
This is Upper Wharfdale's principle village. It is a place of quiet charm with a lovely old bridge spanning the River Wharfe and cobbled lanes with pretty stone cottages descending towards the attractive village square.
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Burnsall, in the county of North Yorkshire (9.1 miles, 14.6 km, direction E)
Viewed from the surrounding grassy fells, this gorgeous stone village with its striking walls softened by rich green foliage, presents a picture of timeless charm.
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Clapham, in the county of North Yorkshire (9.3 miles, 14.9 km, direction W)
The clear waters of Clapham Beck enter the town from the high slopes of Ingleborough where it scampers over a waterfall before plunging down into the town.
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Skipton, a Historic Market Town in the county of North Yorkshire (11.1 miles, 17.9 km, direction SE)
Long considered "The Gateway to the Dales" which lye to the north, moors extend southwards, and the tranquil countryside of the Ribble Valley is to the west.
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Bowland Knotts, in the county of North Yorkshire (11.3 miles, 18.2 km, direction W)
This is a magnificent area to explore, it is an area of deeply dramatic contrasts, and the vast amphitheatre to the south of the Knotts is a delight to behold.
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All towns in North YorkshireComplete A to Z of towns in EnglandNearby travel help
| Settle Station | (5.2 miles, 8.3 km, direction SW) |
| Giggleswick Station | (6.1 miles, 9.8 km, direction SW) |
| M65 Junction 14 | (16.7 miles, 26.9 km, direction S) |
| M65 Junction 13 | (17.6 miles, 28.4 km, direction S) |
| Leeds Bradford International Airport | (25.9 miles, 41.7 km, direction SE) |
| Teesside International Airport | (41.2 miles, 66.3 km, direction NE) |
| Malham Tarn to London | (198.3 miles, 319.0 km, direction SE) |
Accommodation & Hotels near Malham Tarn
| Hotel Name |
| Falcon Manor Hotel | (5.3 miles, 8.5 km, direction SW) |
| Gamekeeper's Inn | (5.5 miles, 8.8 km, direction E) |
| The Plough Inn at Wigglesworth | (8.0 miles, 12.9 km, direction SW) |
| New Inn Hotel | (9.3 miles, 15.0 km, direction W) |
| Red Lion Hotel | (9.4 miles, 15.1 km, direction E) |
| Herriots Hotel | (11.1 miles, 17.9 km, direction SE) |
| Rendez-vous At Skipton | (12.3 miles, 19.7 km, direction SE) |
| Stone House Hotel | (15.0 miles, 24.2 km, direction N) |
| Talbot House | (16.5 miles, 26.6 km, direction E) |
| Eaves Hall Country Hotel | (16.5 miles, 26.6 km, direction SW) |
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