The Yorkshire Dales

Towns & Villages

KELD

The highest village in Swaledale, Keld has a glorious history dating back at least to the Viking invasions.




It is surrounded by steep and mysterious fells and was an important centre for lead mining in the 19th century.

Keld - Photo: Carl Bendelow CCL

Kisdon Force near Keld -
Photo: Gordon Hatton CCL

A rambler’s paradise, Keld is where the Pennine Way crosses the Coast to Coast footpath.













Nearby are limestone cliffs and a number of waterfalls, including Kisdon Force, Wain Wrath Force and Catrake Force.