Golitha Falls
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Golitha Falls
Golitha Falls are situated to the north of Bodmin Moor on the River Fowey in an extremely attractive setting. The water cascades for over 800 yards. The name is pronounces 'Goleetha' which derives from the Cornish word for obstruction.
The falls are reached via a footpath through the woods which begins opposite the car park. The trail takes the visitor through woods along the River Fowey.
Although the reserve contains some areas of open meadow it consists largely of sessile oak or mixed oak and ash woodland - a relic of the ancient woodland that once covered much of the surrounding area.
To view the wildflowers of the area, it is best to visit the site between April and July, however the River Fowey and the waterfalls can be enjoyed at any time of year.
The falls are reached via a footpath through the woods which begins opposite the car park. The trail takes the visitor through woods along the River Fowey.
Although the reserve contains some areas of open meadow it consists largely of sessile oak or mixed oak and ash woodland - a relic of the ancient woodland that once covered much of the surrounding area.
To view the wildflowers of the area, it is best to visit the site between April and July, however the River Fowey and the waterfalls can be enjoyed at any time of year.