How was the gorge formed at Gordale Scar?

Gordale Scar was formed through a combination of glacial and river erosion during the last Ice Age. As glaciers advanced and retreated, they carved out the limestone landscape, creating deep valleys and gorges. Eventually, meltwater from the glaciers flowed through the area, further eroding the limestone and shaping the dramatic cliffs and scar we see today. The ongoing action of water continues to influence the gorge's features over time.