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takes several leaps in rapid succession, forming a beautiful 

 cascade. On the south bank of the main river Mossdale 

 beck contributes its waters. If we follow the stream for 

 a short distance we come to the Lower Mossdale Falls, 

 partially screened by foliage, and decorated by a natural 

 rock-fernery of rare beauty. Half a mile beyond is the 

 Upper Force, which has been described as a beautiful 

 small copy of the celebrated High Force on the Tees. 



Here we must end our tour, as we cannot fish further 

 for want of water. True fishermen will find the pleasure 

 afforded by the beautiful district through which we have 

 passed to be indeed great, and to such I shall be happy 

 to give any additional information they may desire. 



As a local poet says : — 



" Where can you find a sweeter spot than this ? 

 Enchanting ! yes, to breathe the air is bliss. 

 Nor can you find in Britain's lovely land, 

 So sweet a spot, to vie, you understand. 

 Look at the vale, through which the Yore glides on, 

 Endowed by Nature's gifts, improved by man ; 

 Yonder the hills, with moor-game well supplied, 

 Down in the vale are rural towns descried. 

 And if you journey to that pleasant place. 

 Look at the men, too, — with a smiling face 

 Each seeks his home, contented and at peace." 



