# Aira Force, Penrith — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Experience the Lake District's spectacular 70-foot cascade plunging through ancient woodland near Penrith, with scenic trails perfect for family picnics and adventure. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/penrith/attractions/aira-force (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Tourist Attraction # Aira Force Watermillock [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=527732360325373802&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Richard Alkemade](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/109391655808293580450) **In short:** Aira Force is an attraction in Penrith, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 1,668 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Aira Force Experience the Lake District's spectacular 70-foot cascade plunging through ancient woodland near Penrith, with scenic trails perfect for family picnics and adventure. ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Free car park - ✓Paid car park - ✓Free street - ✓Paid street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Opening hours **Monday** Open 24 hours **Tuesday** Open 24 hours **Wednesday** Open 24 hours **Thursday** Open 24 hours **Friday** Open 24 hours **Saturday** Open 24 hours **Sunday** Open 24 hours Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [Matthew Calvert](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/109495520207390422008/reviews) ★★★★★ Ideal walk for all abilities. We did the Aera Force & Gowbarrow Fell walk. If you don't stop this will take around 2.5 hours, but we took plenty of photos and had a picnic along the way so it took around 3.5 hours. Make sure you wear walking boots as the way up and down the fell are rocky and boggy in places. Be ready for strong winds at the top! I would recommend using the All Trails app to help guide you round the walk. Park up at the Aera Force car park but arrive early if you want to guarantee a space, as it does fill up quickly. Cafe at the end makes this a perfect trip out. · via Google [Laura Luckhurst](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/104898372601107703455/reviews) ★★★★★ Absolutely stunning walk, up one side of the waterfall and down the other side. Areas for our dog to go into the water, my little girl loved exploring some of the flatter areas climbing over rocks. I had my 11 month old in a carrier, and my 3 year old walked all the way up one side and was carried down the other side. Its very uneven under foot in places but manageable if you take a slow walk. Would absolutely recommend. I think it was £10 all day to park or free with a national trust membership. We did a litter pick whilst we were there and was absolutely disgusted at the amount of litter and poo bags (used) we found! Make sure you clean up after yourself when walking! It ruins it for others! · via Google [Wayne Henderson](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/108260477635690264383/reviews) ★★★★★ Very nice setting. We've been twice now and will go again. 5 and 10 yr olds too. A few different paths up. Waterfalls, bridges over the river and quite secluded in the trees. Very picturesque. If you are making your way up to the top it's more open so be prepared. It's not too taxing to go the final waterfall and back. There is also another car park half way up if you fancy. 😀 · via Google [Paul Sudds](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/101893170827634863700/reviews) ★★★★★ There's several car parksnwith some being quite tight and small to get into. £8 for 4 hours to park is a bit steep however the paths seem maintained and it's a good starting point to go up Gowaborrow · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x487ce61e5bae2b29:0x326a658380a7dad5!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Visitors say this tourist destination features stunning waterfalls, picturesque views, and well-maintained trails suitable for various fitness levels. They also highlight the convenient on-site facilities, including clean restrooms, a cafe, and an ice cream hut. Guests mention that National Trust members receive free parking, which is a significant benefit. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** Matterdale, Penrith [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=54.5763016%2C-2.9290789) **Category** Parks & Play Areas **Guest rating** 4.7 / 5 (1,668 reviews) **Suitable for** Ages 4+ **Setting** Outdoor **Good for children** Yes **Toilets on site** Yes **Destination** Penrith [More attractions in Penrith](https://staycation.co.uk/penrith/attractions) ★ 4.7 (1,668 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/aira-force-and-ullswater/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01768 482067](tel:01768482067) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Penrith **Payment** Cards, Contactless **Plus Code** 9C6VH3GC+G9 [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x487ce61e5bae2b29:0x326a658380a7dad5!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487ce61e5bae2b29:0x326a658380a7dad5!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487ce61e5bae2b29:0x326a658380a7dad5!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Penrith Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Call Aira Force on +44 17684 82067. ## More near Aira Force ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [Royal Hotel ★ 4.4 · 0.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/penrith/hotels/royal-hotel) - [Lowthwaite B&B ★ 4.9 · 2.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/watermillock/hotels/lowthwaite-b-b) - [The Inn On The Lake ★ 4.5 · 2.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ullswater/hotels/the-inn-on-the-lake) - [Fairlight Guesthouse ★ 4.4 · 2.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/penrith/hotels/fairlight-guesthouse) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [Penfold 0.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/westmorland-and-furness/cottages/penfold-uk30466) - [Lookin How 0.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/westmorland-and-furness/cottages/lookin-how-cc118101) - [Hilltoft Barn 0.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/westmorland-and-furness/cottages/hilltoft-barn-uk13101) - [Aira Cottage ★ 3.9 · 1.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/westmorland-and-furness/cottages/aira-cottage-w8760) ### Campsites nearby - [Ivy House ★ 5.0 · 1.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/appleby-in-westmorland/camping/ivy-house) - [Ullswater View Campsite ★ 4.6 · 2.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/pooley-bridge/camping/ullswater-view-campsite) - [Knotts Hill Lodge Park ★ 4.8 · 2.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cumbria/camping/knotts-hill-lodge-park) - [Gillside ★ 4.6 · 2.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/penrith/camping/gillside) ### Things to do nearby - [Ullswater Steamers ★ 4.7 · 2.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/glenridding/attractions/ullswater-steamers) - [Threlkeld Quarry and Mining Museum ★ 4.6 · 5.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/keswick/attractions/threlkeld-quarry-and-mining-museum) - [King Kong Climbing Centre ★ 4.6 · 5.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/keswick/attractions/king-kong-climbing-centre) - [Greystoke and District Outdoor Pool ★ 4.8 · 6.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/penrith/attractions/greystoke-and-district-outdoor-pool)