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Black Dub

Reekie Linn Waterfall, River Isla, Bridge of Craigisla, Angus.

Large undercut in the gorge near the base of the waterfall. Not accessible without crossing deep pool. Not safe in wet weather as the falls fill the gorge with water.

Between the shelter and the falls is a small brick-built structure with a doorway and valve within. Behind this is a short, man-made stone-built tunnel with some metal access ladders.

Alternative Names: Black Pool

Notes: Reekie Linn Waterfall actually pair of linked falls on River Isla, Bridge of Craigisla. Near the pool at the base of the falls is a cave called Black Dub (not easy to view from the path). Local legend says that an outlaw once hid in the cave. But then the devil appeared in the shape of a huge black dog. The outlaw was so frightened that he gave himself up to the authorities.

Hydrographic Feeds: River Isla

Hydrographic Resurgences: River Isla