Yorkshire Dales Waterfalls Photography Workshop
Learn the techniques of photographing waterfalls
Master the capture of water
The Yorkshire Dales is home to an abundance of breathtaking waterfalls.
On this one day photography workshop, we’ll be visiting some of the most attractive falls in the Wensleydale and Swaledale regions, including Aysgarth Falls, enchanting Cauldron Falls and East Gill Force near Keld.
With their picturesque settings, each have their own unique charm and provide plenty of options for learning the techniques of photographing waterfalls.
This is a great workshop if you are looking to master the capture of water whilst photographing some of the most breathtaking and accessible waterfalls in the Yorkshire Dales.
You will learn…
- Appropriate camera settings
- Working with light
- Composition techniques
- Depth of field & focusing
- Exposure & the histogram
- Use of filters
- Long exposures with water
Ability level
- Suitable for all except the complete beginner
Fitness level
- Moderate/good
Tutor
- Sarah Howard and Helen Metcalf
Workshop Details
Group Size
Max 8
Dates
22nd May 2026
Duration
One day. 9:00 - 5:00 approx
Price
£180
Deposit 20%
Meeting Place
Aysgarth Falls National Park Centre, Church Bank, Aysgarth DL8 3TH
Main Photographic Locations
Aysgarth Falls, Cauldron Falls, Upper and Lower East Gill Force. Wain Wath Force
Included
A full day of photographic tuition and demonstrations.
Excluded
Lunch, transport to and from the Yorkshire Dales, personal insurance, equipment insurance
Accommodation
Not included. Contact Sarah for recommendations.
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Insurance
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Yorkshire Dales Waterfalls – May 2026
Learn the art of photographing waterfalls
Capture Iconic Aysgarth Falls
Situated just outside the small village of Aysgarth, within Wensleydale, in the Yorkshire Dales National Park, Aysgarth falls is famous for being featured in the film Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves.
Consisting of a series of wide, stepped cascades, surrounded by trees, these tiered falls; High Force, Middle Force and Lower Force, all have very different characteristics and offer different perspectives. In particular the lower falls with their interesting rock formations and swirling water.
Photograph Delightful West Burton (Cauldron) Falls
Located in the quaint village of West Burton, West Burton Falls is also known as Cauldron Falls because of its deep plunge pool. Painted by J.M.W Turner in 1816 on his travels, its picturesque, tranquil woodland setting makes it one of the most beautiful falls in the Dales.
Easily accessible, it offers potential for a variety of great compositions.
Beautiful East Gill Force
We will finish our workshop with East Gill Force located near the village of Keld in Swaledale. With its surrounding mossy rocks, it features distinct upper and lower falls. The upper falls consist of a graceful flow of water that drops into a lovely pool, whilst the lower section cascades into the River Swale. Plenty of rocks also provide foreground interest here. If time allows we’ll also visit nearby Wain Wath Force.
Full instruction will be given on the use of filters on this workshop such as the ND filter to allow for extended exposure times and the polarising filter to remove reflection and saturate colours.
View my guide on how to photograph waterfalls HERE
Upcoming Yorkshire Dales Photography workshops
Yorkshire Dales Waterfalls – May 2026
Waterfalls Photography Workshop - General Information
This workshop is aimed at anyone who wants to improve their photography so photographers of all levels of experience are welcome aside of the complete beginner.
You will be given both practical and technical advice, as well as individual guidance and hands on demonstrations in the field.
We will also look at the creative side of photography and developing your vision.
There will be a maximum of 6 photographers.
WHAT WILL I LEARN?
The following subjects will be covered:
- Depth of field
- Focusing
- Choice of lens
- Exposure and use of the histogram
- ISO/Aperture/Shutter speeds
- Working with and understanding light
- Composition
- Use of filters
Over the course of the day we will visit a number of varied locations which will offer you numerous challenges and allow you to fully explore your creative potential. There will be opportunities to work on your exposure technique to record movement and also learn how filters can aid in creating the desired effect. You will also have the opportunity to capture wave movement and explore various compositions.
The workshop has a relaxed format and is designed to be enjoyable as well as educational, so aside of improving your photography you can also enjoy the beautiful surroundings and most importantly have fun!
Our meeting point at 9am for the workshop briefing before commencing is in the car park at Aysgarth Falls National Park Centre, Church Bank, Aysgarth DL8 3TH. Parking is currently £8 for all day. During the course of the day we will visit Aysgarth Falls, West Burton Falls and East Gill Force, plus Wain Wath Force if time allows. Our finishing point will be East Gill Force where car parking is available – honesty box.
We will be able to take a limited number of passengers with us between locations however a volunteer driver may be required. You may prefer to bring your own car if you are travelling north at the end of the day.
We recommend that you have a reasonably good level of fitness to join this workshop. Some of the ground will be uneven, it may be slippery and there will be a small amount of uphill walking at Aysgarth waterfall. At East Gill Force there is a series of steps to walk back up.
- SLR camera with ideally both wide angle and telephoto lenses tripod
- neutral density graduated filters
- polariser
- neutral density filter
- cable release
- A laptop and card reader is useful but not essential.
Please ensure that you insure your photographic equipment. It is also recommended that like with any trip, you take out personal insurance in case you need to cancel. You may wish to consider Free Spirit
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