Tree roots exposed by river erosion on the banks of the River Ure at Aysgarth in Wensleydale, North Yorkshire.

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The River Ure, one of the fastest flowing rivers in England, regularly overflows its banks after heavy rain. This picture is taken above Aysgarth Falls and shows the undermining of the tree roots caused by the flooding.

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Size: 5340px × 3560px
Location: Aysgarth, North Yorkshire
Photo credit: © Christine Whitehead / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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