Nature & gardens
Malham Cove
A 70-metre curved limestone cliff a short walk north of Malham village, with a stepped path of around 400 steps up the side to the limestone pavement on top. Peregrine falcons nest on the cliff face and climbers are often seen on the rock. It pairs naturally with Janet's Foss and Gordale Scar for a longer circular walk.
📍 Malham, Yorkshire · BD23 4DA
Visitor information
- Ages
- 4–16+
- Typical visit
- Half day
- Address
- Malham, near Skipton, North Yorkshire (start from Malham National Park Centre, BD23 4DA)
- Opening times
- Open access landscape.
Family facilities
Last checked 7 Oct 2026
- AccessibilityFootpath to the base is mostly level; the climb to the top is steep steps and rough pavement, not suitable for pushchairs.
- ParkingMalham National Park Centre car park, accessible even when the centre is closed.
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