Aira Force and Gowbarrow
Aira Force and Gowbarrow is a garden, park & outdoor in Cumbria, England. Entry is free. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.
| Price | Free entry Checked on the National Trust page: no admission fee; parking is the main cost (members free after registering). |
|---|---|
| Opening times | Countryside and car park dawn to dusk. Tea-room 10am-4.30pm (day checked). Can close in weather warnings. |
| Best time to go | Dry weekday mornings; go after rain for the best flow. |
| School holiday tip | Early July is the sweet spot for Scottish families: English/Welsh schools stay in until about 20-23 July. Late August is the English/Welsh peak, so choose Tue-Thu and arrive at opening. |
| Best ages | All ages All ages. |
| If it rains | Outdoor: pick dry days |
| Parking | Aira Force car park (cash or JustPark app). Cheaper car parks at Glencoyne Bay, Park Brow and High Cascades. (£7 for 2 hours, £8.50 for 4 hours, £10 all day) |
| Food | Tea-room with drinks, snacks and ice cream; indoor, outdoor and takeaway. |
| Money saver | Free or low-cost; parking is the main cost; take a picnic. |
| Top tips | Parking charged. Walk the waterfall trail early; wear sturdy shoes. |
| What to pack | Wellies, waterproofs, picnic, bug spray, sun cream |
Details checked against the official website on 23 Oct 2026. Venue website or source
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