Distance: 2.9 miles
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From the village of Goathland, the shortest way to Thomason Foss involves either walking down Beck Hole Road, or via the rail trail (1). The guidance provided in the directions detailed is based on using the road on the outbound waslk, and the rail trail for the way back.

The route to Thomason Foss from Goathland is a straightforward one, but as with the path to the Mallyan Spout waterfall, there are some rocky sections which some people may find challanging, and for which anyone attempting the walk should wear footwear suitable for off-road hiking.

From Goathland village, head down Beck Hole Road and continue for approximately one mile. The road is mostly downhill, and the final approach into Beck Holve involves a couple of bends at a very steep gradient. On arriving in Beck Hole, cross the bridge over the beck, and signposted on the right (2) is the path towards Thomason Foss.

The path initially heads uphill, to a point in which it runs alongside a fence bordering the railway line - situated just a few feet away (3).

Shortly after this point, the route continues down a flight of steps and then along an often narrow and uneven path. A couple of sections require scrambling over rocks before reaching the point at which the waterfall is visible.

To return to Goathland along the rail trail, head back to Beck Hole and after crossing the bridge, turn right to go through the gate situated opposite the pub/phone box. After walking approx 100 yards, go through a second gate and turn left to join the rail trail before continuing along the path to Goathland.