Becky Falls facts for kids
Becky Falls is a super fun place to visit in Dartmoor, England. It's famous for its amazing waterfall that tumbles about 20 metres (that's over 65 feet!) down a rocky slope. But it's not just about the waterfall! Becky Falls is also a cool woodland park. You can find a children's zoo, explore a woodland trail, and even try out some crafts. It's a great spot for a family adventure!
Discovering the Waterfall
The beautiful waterfall at Becky Falls is part of the Becka Brook. This brook is one of the main streams that flows into the bigger River Bovey. The Becka Brook starts its journey just south of a place called Hound Tor. It then winds its way through Becky Falls before joining the River Bovey near Trendlebere Down.
How the Falls Were Formed
As the Becka Brook flows through this area, it creates two main sections of waterfalls. Together, these falls drop about 20 metres (around 65 feet) over the rocks. Imagine all that water rushing down!
A Name Change for Visitors
Did you know that Becky Falls wasn't always called Becky Falls? For a long time, even on official maps like those from Ordnance Survey until the 1940s, it was known as Becka Falls. The name was changed later on to make it sound more inviting and exciting for people wanting to visit.
