River Greta (Lune) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids River Greta |
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Bridge over the River Greta in Burton-in-Lonsdale
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| Country | United Kingdom |
| Part | England |
| County | Lancashire |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Ingleton 54°09′19″N 2°28′00″W / 54.1552°N 2.4668°W |
| River mouth | Thurland Castle 54°08′56″N 2°36′47″W / 54.149°N 2.613°W |
| Length | 22 km (14 mi) |
| Basin features | |
| River system | River Lune |
The River Greta is a river that flows through two beautiful areas in the north of England: Lancashire and North Yorkshire. It's an important part of the local landscape and helps shape the land around it.
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Where the River Greta Starts
The River Greta begins its journey in a place called Ingleton. It's formed when two other rivers, the River Twiss and the River Doe, meet together. When two rivers join like this, it's called a confluence. So, the Greta is born from the meeting of these two smaller rivers.
The Greta's Journey
From Ingleton, the River Greta flows mainly towards the west. It passes through several towns and villages, creating a scenic path.
Towns and Villages Along the Way
- The river first travels through Burton-in-Lonsdale.
- Then, it crosses the border into Lancashire.
- In Lancashire, it flows past Cantsfield and Wrayton.
- The Greta also passes by the historic Thurland Castle.
Where the Greta Ends
After its journey, the River Greta flows into a larger river called the River Lune. This happens near Thurland Castle. The Greta is one of the many rivers that feed into the River Lune, making it part of a bigger river system.
