Hawes Bridge is a historic river crossing over the River Kent in Cumbria, situated between the village of Natland and the A591 at Helsington, a short distance from Kendal.

The bridge sits within a scenic gorge rich with woodland, wildflowers, and vegetation, and is accompanied by a notable waterfall where thousands of years of erosion have carved dramatic overhangs in the riverbank.

The area serves as a popular access point for walkers, with a small car park nearby accommodating a handful of vehicles.

A well-regarded circular walk of roughly six to seven miles begins here, following the River Kent through Scroggs Wood and open fields, passing along a historic head race before looping back through woodland to the bridge.

The gorge and falls make it a favourite spot for photography and family outings alike.