In Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, when Harry and Hermione find somewhere to set up camp while fleeing Lord Voldemort following the departure of Ron Weasley, they choose a rather curious place for it. They set up their tent, not on a nice soft grassy meadow, but on a cracked limestone ‘pavement’ on top of a cliff. This is Malham Cove, a unique geological feature in the Yorkshire Dales.
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Malham Cove is a curved limestone cliff face 70 metres high which is formed along the line of the Middle Craven Fault. The unique shape of the cliff arises from the action of water and ice over millions of years. It is possible to walk up to the limestone pavement, but be aware that the walk takes in some steep climbs and rugged terrain. Once at the top, care must be taken when negotiating the pavement due to its uneven, cracked surface. A short distance from the top is a body of water called Malham Tarn, and the famous Gordale Scar is also nearby. Back in Malham village there are a number of refreshment options and places to stay.
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