An aerial rise over High Force in full spate after heavy rain

After all the rain, the Tees was absolutely tearing through the gorge — loud, fast, and as raw as I’ve seen it in a long time.

The drone rise over the falls shows just how much water is moving through here when Teesdale decides it’s time to wake up properly. No crowds, no calm, just power… and a river that doesn’t do things by halves.

One of those rare moments where the landscape reminds you exactly who’s in charge.