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Hatch Brook Waterfall

Waterfall

Terrain:

Activities

Best Time To Visit

Woodland, Moorland, Valley

Walking, Photography

Spring to Autumn

Bill Boaden / CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Hatch Brook Waterfall is a small woodland fall on Hatch Brook above the village of Brinscall, in the West Pennine Moors near Chorley in Lancashire. It drops through a wooded ravine, its flow varying greatly with the weather, from a decent fall after rain to little more than a trickle in dry spells. ...

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Parking nearby

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Food Spots nearby

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Staycations nearby

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Staycations:

5 overnight parking

The Bank Bar & Kitchen – Brecon

FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Hatch Brook Waterfall?
Lancashire holds this secluded watercourse within a dense patch of woodland. Walkers usually discover the stream by following an overgrown foot track into the trees.

What type of place is Hatch Brook Waterfall?
Hatch Brook Waterfall is a waterfall in the Brinscall Woods area of Lancashire.

When is the best time to visit Hatch Brook Waterfall?
Spring through to autumn offers the most reliable conditions for exploring the surrounding woodland trails. Crisper autumn mornings provide exceptional light as the sun filters through the changing canopy.

What can you do at Hatch Brook Waterfall?
Hikers frequently enjoy tracking the watercourse as it carves through the dark gritstone ledges. Photography enthusiasts also capture beautiful frames of the cascading torrent from the slippery stone edge.

How long should I spend at Hatch Brook Waterfall?
Allowing roughly an hour provides ample time to find the falls and enjoy the atmosphere. Anyone planning a longer trek can easily combine the stop with a wider circuit around the valley.

Where do I park at Hatch Brook Waterfall?
Spaces for five vehicles exist nearby, providing five overnight parking spots for visitors. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Hatch Brook Waterfall?
The Bank Bar and Kitchen, Brecon offers a place to get a meal in the wider region. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I stay near Hatch Brook Waterfall?
There are no staycation spots recorded immediately near Hatch Brook Waterfall, check the UK Hidden Gems app for the nearest options.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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