Malham Tarn is a mountain lake surrounded by 6 farms on upland limestone. It includes rugged moorland, exposed limestone pavement (so called because it resembles artificial pavement) and hay meadows rich in wildflowers. Main habitats: open water Area: 147 hectares Management: Malham Tarn is managed by the National Trust Features of interest For more information on the reserve, its history, wildlife and flora, as well as information on activities for visitors and how to get there, visit the National Trust’s Malham Tarn Estate web page. Contact
Malham Tarn Estate
Waterhouses
Settle
North Yorkshire
BD24 9PT
Telephone: 01729 830416 or email: malhamtarn@nationaltrust.org.uk