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Settle-Carlisle Line
The Settle–Carlisle Line (S&C) is a 73-mile (117 km) long main railway line in northern England. It is also known as the Settle and Carlisle. It is a part of the National Rail network and was constructed in the 1870s. Apart from temporary diversions (such as the closure of the West Coast Main Line) all passenger trains are operated by Northern Rail.
The line runs through remote, scenic regions of the Yorkshire Dales and the North Pennines, from near the town of Settle, beginning at a junction with the line from Leeds to Morecambe, extending to the city of Carlisle close to the England/Scotland border. On the way the line passes through the town of Appleby-in-Westmorland and a number of small communities.
History
The S&C had its origins in railway politics; the expansion-minded Midland Railway company was locked in dispute with the rival London and North Western Railway over access rights to the latter’s tracks to Scotland.
The Midland's access to Scotland was via the "Little North Western" route to Ingleton. The Ingleton Branch Line from Ingleton to Low Gill, where it joined the Lancaster and Carlisle Railway, was under the control of the rival LNWR. Initially the routes, although physically connected at Ingleton, were not logically connected, as the LNWR and Midland could not agree on sharing the use of Ingleton station. Instead the LNWR terminated its trains at a station at the end of Ingleton viaduct, and Midland Railway passengers had to change into LNWR trains by means of a walk of about a mile over steep gradients between the two stations.
This page contains text from Wikipedia, the Free Encyclopedia - https://wn.com/Settle-Carlisle_Line
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Steam over the Settle & Carlisle Railway - September 2020
It has always been one of my long held ambitions to film steam over the famous Settle and Carlisle Railway in North England and with a family holiday tieing into no less than 4 steam charters in the space of a week in early September I couldn’t resist to tag along! The first steam sighting was on Tuesday 1st September with West Coast Railway’s “The Dalesman” from York to Carlisle & return with steam haulage in the form on Royal Scot Class no 46115 ‘Scots Gaurdsman’ taking over from Hellifield, the Scot is seen at the classic S&C location at Ribblehead Viaduct on its northbound run and the return is seen in some beautiful late summer sunshine at Birkett Common on the climb to Ais Gill, 46115 was bearing a wreath on the smokebox door to commemorate the sad passing of WCR fireman Mike Middl...
published: 15 Sep 2020 -
A Train Drivers Cab view of the Settle and Carlisle Route. Part 1 of 3. Keighley to Ribblehead.
A journey from a Train Drivers Cab across the Settle and Carlisle route. One of the most famous in the UK, having staved off closure. This year will see special tourist trains running. A link to Tickets can be found at https://www.railcharterservices.co.uk/ Unfortunately due to management restrictions Cab sounds were not permitted at the time of this recording a few years ago. It is hoped to have an updated version of this journey later in the year with full on in cab stereo sounds. I decided to start from Keighley as the route from Leeds is pretty tree lined in a lot of places. Parts two and three will follow. This Video was shot using the excellent Garmin Virb Ultra camera and a suction cup mount and edited using Adobe Premier Pro in Creative Cloud. A link to the products I use can be ...
published: 09 Jul 2020 -
SETTLE TO CARLISLE RAILWAY - from Robbie Ellis
A great song by Mike Donald
published: 21 Oct 2011 -
Settle & Carlisle Railway: Death Of A Bridge
A sequence showing the demolition of bridge 64 on the Settle & Carlisle Railway in October 2015, following 140 years of service. Taken from Northwest Mainline Steam 2015.
published: 31 Jul 2016 -
My Feet Are Wet, But It's Still Beautiful - Episode 45, Day 82 - Settle to Carlisle
It's the 27th July, and it's a rainy day but Geoff & Vicki don't care - because today they're on one of the finest train journeys in the world - the Settle & Carlisle Railway. The route takes them over hill and under dale, including the highest station in England, and the magnificent Ribblehead Viaduct. Friends of Settle & Carlisle website: http://www.foscl.org.uk/ See our progress map at: http://allthestations.co.uk/map/ Geoff and Vicki are visiting ALL 2,563 national railway stations in Britain - view the progress map and loads more information about the project on the website at: http://allthestations.co.uk/ ROUTE: Leeds - Ribblehead - Dent - Appleby - Carlisle - Lancaster
published: 06 Aug 2017 -
Steam on the Settle & Carlisle
A VHS of my Granny's that I decided to copy over to YouTube as so many of us don't have VHS these days. A lovely documentary about Steam Trains.
published: 06 Aug 2016 -
The History of the Settle-Carlisle Railway
The Settle-Carlisle line is England's most scenic railway. This video describes its history from construction in the 1870s (with original Victorian photos) to the present day, and finishes with a scenic trip along the famous railway.
published: 24 Jul 2009 -
My Model Railway Layout of the Settle to Carlisle Railway in N Gauge - Video Diary #1
Please find my very first video diary entry, a quick 1 minute introduction to my N Gauge layout based upon the Settle to Carlisle Railway in the BR steam era right up to its end in 1968. The layout is 8 foot 6 x 2 foot 6 in size and is DC Controlled consisting of an up/down double track plan with a double platform station with a single bay, a 4 lane goods yard complete with shed and loading platform and a two lane engine shed with coal and water facilities. It also features a couple of tunnels with removable access tops, a small viaduct and limestone quarry. Please follow my progress as I develop the layout over the coming months with the addition of platforms and further Metcalfe buildings as well as a number of plastic kits. The landscaping is what I am most looking forward to undertakin...
published: 04 Jan 2021 -
Class 66 Carlisle to Milford Cab Ride Via Settle & Carlisle S&C, Leeds, Castleford
We take a ride along the legendary Settle to Carlisle line with 66011 + 19 HTA wagons forming 4Z20 from Carlisle Kingmoor Network Yard to Milford West Down reception Yard. Our journey takes in some of the most stunning scenery along this picturesque route between Cumbria and Yorkshire. Our journey starts in number 9 reception in the Down yard at Carlisle Kingmoor. From there, we take the route to Carlisle Station via the Down Goods and arrive on Goods B line in Carlisle station where we await the arrival of a Northern service to clear the branch at London Road Junction. After departing the station we head towards London Road Junction and Petteril bridge Junction before routing on to the S&C line. From here it's flat out nearly all the way to Ais Gill summit as we pass through the pristine...
published: 05 Jun 2016
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Steam over the Settle & Carlisle Railway - September 2020
- Order: Reorder
- Duration: 14:11
- Uploaded Date: 15 Sep 2020
- views: 10709
It has always been one of my long held ambitions to film steam over the famous Settle and Carlisle Railway in North England and with a family holiday tieing int...
It has always been one of my long held ambitions to film steam over the famous Settle and Carlisle Railway in North England and with a family holiday tieing into no less than 4 steam charters in the space of a week in early September I couldn’t resist to tag along!
The first steam sighting was on Tuesday 1st September with West Coast Railway’s “The Dalesman” from York to Carlisle & return with steam haulage in the form on Royal Scot Class no 46115 ‘Scots Gaurdsman’ taking over from Hellifield, the Scot is seen at the classic S&C location at Ribblehead Viaduct on its northbound run and the return is seen in some beautiful late summer sunshine at Birkett Common on the climb to Ais Gill, 46115 was bearing a wreath on the smokebox door to commemorate the sad passing of WCR fireman Mike Middleton whom died whilst firing the very same loco on a run 2 weeks previously
The following clips were taken on a combination of my old Panasonic camcorder and my iPhone 11 as my main camcorder developed a fault during my stay away
The next day Wednesday 2nd September would see the other Scot taking on the S&C, 46100 ‘Royal Scot’ at the head of Saphos Trains “The Fellsman” from Crewe to Carlisle & return, seen once more at Ribblehead Viaduct on the outward run and on the return seen at Ais Gill more than harsh weather conditions
Sunday 6th September would now see Jubilee Class no 45699 ‘Galatea’ in desguise as long lost sistership no 45562 ‘Alberta’ on a faithful recreation of “The Waverley” running from York to Carlisle & return, seen slogging up the long drag at Stainforth with its unassisted 12 coach load and on the return once again at Stainforth as the Jubilee speeds down the grade into Settle with a nice show of exhaust
Finally to finish up another run of “The Dalesman” on Tuesday 8th September from Chester to Carlisle and return, with motive power in Southern flavour with Merchant Navy Class no 35018 ‘British India Line’ from Hellifield to Carlisle and return to Carnforth via Shap, seen running tender first with support coach at Giggleswick and now with the tour battles through the elements at Helwith Bridge on the long 1in100 climb
Inbetween clips I have included a few scenes of “The Staycation Express” with a variety of diesel haulage during the many workings the train did between Skipton and Appleby providing a benefit to tourism for the line and Appleby itself!
https://wn.com/Steam_Over_The_Settle_Carlisle_Railway_September_2020
It has always been one of my long held ambitions to film steam over the famous Settle and Carlisle Railway in North England and with a family holiday tieing into no less than 4 steam charters in the space of a week in early September I couldn’t resist to tag along!
The first steam sighting was on Tuesday 1st September with West Coast Railway’s “The Dalesman” from York to Carlisle & return with steam haulage in the form on Royal Scot Class no 46115 ‘Scots Gaurdsman’ taking over from Hellifield, the Scot is seen at the classic S&C location at Ribblehead Viaduct on its northbound run and the return is seen in some beautiful late summer sunshine at Birkett Common on the climb to Ais Gill, 46115 was bearing a wreath on the smokebox door to commemorate the sad passing of WCR fireman Mike Middleton whom died whilst firing the very same loco on a run 2 weeks previously
The following clips were taken on a combination of my old Panasonic camcorder and my iPhone 11 as my main camcorder developed a fault during my stay away
The next day Wednesday 2nd September would see the other Scot taking on the S&C, 46100 ‘Royal Scot’ at the head of Saphos Trains “The Fellsman” from Crewe to Carlisle & return, seen once more at Ribblehead Viaduct on the outward run and on the return seen at Ais Gill more than harsh weather conditions
Sunday 6th September would now see Jubilee Class no 45699 ‘Galatea’ in desguise as long lost sistership no 45562 ‘Alberta’ on a faithful recreation of “The Waverley” running from York to Carlisle & return, seen slogging up the long drag at Stainforth with its unassisted 12 coach load and on the return once again at Stainforth as the Jubilee speeds down the grade into Settle with a nice show of exhaust
Finally to finish up another run of “The Dalesman” on Tuesday 8th September from Chester to Carlisle and return, with motive power in Southern flavour with Merchant Navy Class no 35018 ‘British India Line’ from Hellifield to Carlisle and return to Carnforth via Shap, seen running tender first with support coach at Giggleswick and now with the tour battles through the elements at Helwith Bridge on the long 1in100 climb
Inbetween clips I have included a few scenes of “The Staycation Express” with a variety of diesel haulage during the many workings the train did between Skipton and Appleby providing a benefit to tourism for the line and Appleby itself!
50:36
A Train Drivers Cab view of the Settle and Carlisle Route. Part 1 of 3. Keighley to Ribblehead.
- Order: Reorder
- Duration: 50:36
- Uploaded Date: 09 Jul 2020
- views: 36257
A journey from a Train Drivers Cab across the Settle and Carlisle route. One of the most famous in the UK, having staved off closure. This year will see special...
A journey from a Train Drivers Cab across the Settle and Carlisle route. One of the most famous in the UK, having staved off closure. This year will see special tourist trains running. A link to Tickets can be found at https://www.railcharterservices.co.uk/
Unfortunately due to management restrictions Cab sounds were not permitted at the time of this recording a few years ago. It is hoped to have an updated version of this journey later in the year with full on in cab stereo sounds. I decided to start from Keighley as the route from Leeds is pretty tree lined in a lot of places. Parts two and three will follow.
This Video was shot using the excellent Garmin Virb Ultra camera and a suction cup mount and edited using Adobe Premier Pro in Creative Cloud. A link to the products I use can be found here.
Garmin Virb Ultra Camera: https://amzn.to/3hMnNjo
Mount: https://amzn.to/3gaBDLY
Adobe Premier Pro: https://amzn.to/310bmJJ
Adobe Creative Cloud: https://amzn.to/3hLgeJz
Camera Backpack: https://amzn.to/2PbvanX
https://wn.com/A_Train_Drivers_Cab_View_Of_The_Settle_And_Carlisle_Route._Part_1_Of_3._Keighley_To_Ribblehead.
A journey from a Train Drivers Cab across the Settle and Carlisle route. One of the most famous in the UK, having staved off closure. This year will see special tourist trains running. A link to Tickets can be found at https://www.railcharterservices.co.uk/
Unfortunately due to management restrictions Cab sounds were not permitted at the time of this recording a few years ago. It is hoped to have an updated version of this journey later in the year with full on in cab stereo sounds. I decided to start from Keighley as the route from Leeds is pretty tree lined in a lot of places. Parts two and three will follow.
This Video was shot using the excellent Garmin Virb Ultra camera and a suction cup mount and edited using Adobe Premier Pro in Creative Cloud. A link to the products I use can be found here.
Garmin Virb Ultra Camera: https://amzn.to/3hMnNjo
Mount: https://amzn.to/3gaBDLY
Adobe Premier Pro: https://amzn.to/310bmJJ
Adobe Creative Cloud: https://amzn.to/3hLgeJz
Camera Backpack: https://amzn.to/2PbvanX
- published: 09 Jul 2020
- views: 36257
3:00
SETTLE TO CARLISLE RAILWAY - from Robbie Ellis
- Order: Reorder
- Duration: 3:00
- Uploaded Date: 21 Oct 2011
- views: 38039
A great song by Mike Donald
A great song by Mike Donald
https://wn.com/Settle_To_Carlisle_Railway_From_Robbie_Ellis
A great song by Mike Donald
- published: 21 Oct 2011
- views: 38039
5:32
Settle & Carlisle Railway: Death Of A Bridge
- Order: Reorder
- Duration: 5:32
- Uploaded Date: 31 Jul 2016
- views: 24786
A sequence showing the demolition of bridge 64 on the Settle & Carlisle Railway in October 2015, following 140 years of service. Taken from Northwest Mainline S...
A sequence showing the demolition of bridge 64 on the Settle & Carlisle Railway in October 2015, following 140 years of service. Taken from Northwest Mainline Steam 2015.
https://wn.com/Settle_Carlisle_Railway_Death_Of_A_Bridge
A sequence showing the demolition of bridge 64 on the Settle & Carlisle Railway in October 2015, following 140 years of service. Taken from Northwest Mainline Steam 2015.
- published: 31 Jul 2016
- views: 24786
14:50
My Feet Are Wet, But It's Still Beautiful - Episode 45, Day 82 - Settle to Carlisle
- Order: Reorder
- Duration: 14:50
- Uploaded Date: 06 Aug 2017
- views: 90628
It's the 27th July, and it's a rainy day but Geoff & Vicki don't care - because today they're on one of the finest train journeys in the world - the Settle & Ca...
It's the 27th July, and it's a rainy day but Geoff & Vicki don't care - because today they're on one of the finest train journeys in the world - the Settle & Carlisle Railway. The route takes them over hill and under dale, including the highest station in England, and the magnificent Ribblehead Viaduct.
Friends of Settle & Carlisle website: http://www.foscl.org.uk/
See our progress map at: http://allthestations.co.uk/map/
Geoff and Vicki are visiting ALL 2,563 national railway stations in Britain - view the progress map and loads more information about the project on the website at: http://allthestations.co.uk/
ROUTE: Leeds - Ribblehead - Dent - Appleby - Carlisle - Lancaster
https://wn.com/My_Feet_Are_Wet,_But_It's_Still_Beautiful_Episode_45,_Day_82_Settle_To_Carlisle
It's the 27th July, and it's a rainy day but Geoff & Vicki don't care - because today they're on one of the finest train journeys in the world - the Settle & Carlisle Railway. The route takes them over hill and under dale, including the highest station in England, and the magnificent Ribblehead Viaduct.
Friends of Settle & Carlisle website: http://www.foscl.org.uk/
See our progress map at: http://allthestations.co.uk/map/
Geoff and Vicki are visiting ALL 2,563 national railway stations in Britain - view the progress map and loads more information about the project on the website at: http://allthestations.co.uk/
ROUTE: Leeds - Ribblehead - Dent - Appleby - Carlisle - Lancaster
- published: 06 Aug 2017
- views: 90628
26:18
Steam on the Settle & Carlisle
- Order: Reorder
- Duration: 26:18
- Uploaded Date: 06 Aug 2016
- views: 25390
A VHS of my Granny's that I decided to copy over to YouTube as so many of us don't have VHS these days. A lovely documentary about Steam Trains.
A VHS of my Granny's that I decided to copy over to YouTube as so many of us don't have VHS these days. A lovely documentary about Steam Trains.
https://wn.com/Steam_On_The_Settle_Carlisle
A VHS of my Granny's that I decided to copy over to YouTube as so many of us don't have VHS these days. A lovely documentary about Steam Trains.
- published: 06 Aug 2016
- views: 25390
9:20
The History of the Settle-Carlisle Railway
- Order: Reorder
- Duration: 9:20
- Uploaded Date: 24 Jul 2009
- views: 21468
The Settle-Carlisle line is England's most scenic railway. This video describes its history from construction in the 1870s (with original Victorian photos) to t...
The Settle-Carlisle line is England's most scenic railway. This video describes its history from construction in the 1870s (with original Victorian photos) to the present day, and finishes with a scenic trip along the famous railway.
https://wn.com/The_History_Of_The_Settle_Carlisle_Railway
The Settle-Carlisle line is England's most scenic railway. This video describes its history from construction in the 1870s (with original Victorian photos) to the present day, and finishes with a scenic trip along the famous railway.
- published: 24 Jul 2009
- views: 21468
1:01
My Model Railway Layout of the Settle to Carlisle Railway in N Gauge - Video Diary #1
- Order: Reorder
- Duration: 1:01
- Uploaded Date: 04 Jan 2021
- views: 1985
Please find my very first video diary entry, a quick 1 minute introduction to my N Gauge layout based upon the Settle to Carlisle Railway in the BR steam era ri...
Please find my very first video diary entry, a quick 1 minute introduction to my N Gauge layout based upon the Settle to Carlisle Railway in the BR steam era right up to its end in 1968. The layout is 8 foot 6 x 2 foot 6 in size and is DC Controlled consisting of an up/down double track plan with a double platform station with a single bay, a 4 lane goods yard complete with shed and loading platform and a two lane engine shed with coal and water facilities. It also features a couple of tunnels with removable access tops, a small viaduct and limestone quarry. Please follow my progress as I develop the layout over the coming months with the addition of platforms and further Metcalfe buildings as well as a number of plastic kits. The landscaping is what I am most looking forward to undertaking and I will be using the excellent WWS & Woodlands Scenic products for this. I would very much appreciate any ideas for the layout in the comments section as this is my first N Gauge layout and I myself am taking much inspiration from the many other YouTube channels. Thanks for watching!
https://wn.com/My_Model_Railway_Layout_Of_The_Settle_To_Carlisle_Railway_In_N_Gauge_Video_Diary_1
Please find my very first video diary entry, a quick 1 minute introduction to my N Gauge layout based upon the Settle to Carlisle Railway in the BR steam era right up to its end in 1968. The layout is 8 foot 6 x 2 foot 6 in size and is DC Controlled consisting of an up/down double track plan with a double platform station with a single bay, a 4 lane goods yard complete with shed and loading platform and a two lane engine shed with coal and water facilities. It also features a couple of tunnels with removable access tops, a small viaduct and limestone quarry. Please follow my progress as I develop the layout over the coming months with the addition of platforms and further Metcalfe buildings as well as a number of plastic kits. The landscaping is what I am most looking forward to undertaking and I will be using the excellent WWS & Woodlands Scenic products for this. I would very much appreciate any ideas for the layout in the comments section as this is my first N Gauge layout and I myself am taking much inspiration from the many other YouTube channels. Thanks for watching!
- published: 04 Jan 2021
- views: 1985
3:41:45
Class 66 Carlisle to Milford Cab Ride Via Settle & Carlisle S&C, Leeds, Castleford
- Order: Reorder
- Duration: 3:41:45
- Uploaded Date: 05 Jun 2016
- views: 181472
We take a ride along the legendary Settle to Carlisle line with 66011 + 19 HTA wagons forming 4Z20 from Carlisle Kingmoor Network Yard to Milford West Down rece...
We take a ride along the legendary Settle to Carlisle line with 66011 + 19 HTA wagons forming 4Z20 from Carlisle Kingmoor Network Yard to Milford West Down reception Yard. Our journey takes in some of the most stunning scenery along this picturesque route between Cumbria and Yorkshire.
Our journey starts in number 9 reception in the Down yard at Carlisle Kingmoor. From there, we take the route to Carlisle Station via the Down Goods and arrive on Goods B line in Carlisle station where we await the arrival of a Northern service to clear the branch at London Road Junction. After departing the station we head towards London Road Junction and Petteril bridge Junction before routing on to the S&C line. From here it's flat out nearly all the way to Ais Gill summit as we pass through the pristine countryside and preserved mainline stations.
From Ais Gill it's a small decent towards Garsdale then we climb again to Blea Moor passing Dent Station (The highest main line station in England at 1150 feet above sea level). New signals are visible at Blea Moor to allow trains from the newly installed Horton Quarry Junction to run-round and head south.
After emerging from Blea Moor Tunnel, it's all downhill to Settle Junction with a fierce 1-in-100 gradient. Once over Ribble Head Viaduct, we are able to coast all the way to Settle Junction allowing the gradient to increase our speed whilst ensuring we don't go over 60mph.
As we pass Settle Junction, it's back on the power for the short climb to Coniston Cold taking in the views of the semaphore signals of Hellifield and we then coast again to Skipton where we momentarily pause at Broughton Road Sidings to allow a passenger service to depart Skipton for Leeds.
It's at this point we start running under the OHLE of the Aire Valley Triangle . Even though the line speed here is 90mph, and the train may travel at 75mph it's slow progress due to long signal sections and frequent station stops for the passenger trains that are ahead of us and we continue our journey as far as Shipley on restrictive aspects most of the way whist very rarely exceeding 40mph.
As our journey takes us southbound, we pass through Keighley and get a small glimpse of the old Shipley Keighley Junction signal box that was relocated here from Shipley to preserve it. This is also the station to change for the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway.
Once clear of Shipley, we are able to crank up the power again for 75mph running as far as Kristal. Emerging from Thackley Tunnel we see the new Apperly Bridge Station (with a couple of happy enthusiasts on the Down platform) and then the new Kristal Forge station too.
Upon arrival at Whitehall Junction, the service is pathed for 35 minutes as per the schedule and then a further 10 minutes at Engine Shed Junction at Holbeck locomotive depot.
Upon clearing Engine Shed Junction, we are nonstop to Milford West Sidings via Castleford and Fairburn where, under near darkness, we arrive on the Down Reception where our service terminates today.
All required permissions were granted for the filming of this service as it holds significant historical relevance due to the semaphore signals and various intermediate signal boxes that are now part of the heritage of the world famous Settle and Carlisle line.
This service was also the last freight train to run the full length of the S&C line prior to the line closing due to a severe landslide. It is estimated that the line will reopen in late 2016 or early 2017.
https://wn.com/Class_66_Carlisle_To_Milford_Cab_Ride_Via_Settle_Carlisle_S_C,_Leeds,_Castleford
We take a ride along the legendary Settle to Carlisle line with 66011 + 19 HTA wagons forming 4Z20 from Carlisle Kingmoor Network Yard to Milford West Down reception Yard. Our journey takes in some of the most stunning scenery along this picturesque route between Cumbria and Yorkshire.
Our journey starts in number 9 reception in the Down yard at Carlisle Kingmoor. From there, we take the route to Carlisle Station via the Down Goods and arrive on Goods B line in Carlisle station where we await the arrival of a Northern service to clear the branch at London Road Junction. After departing the station we head towards London Road Junction and Petteril bridge Junction before routing on to the S&C line. From here it's flat out nearly all the way to Ais Gill summit as we pass through the pristine countryside and preserved mainline stations.
From Ais Gill it's a small decent towards Garsdale then we climb again to Blea Moor passing Dent Station (The highest main line station in England at 1150 feet above sea level). New signals are visible at Blea Moor to allow trains from the newly installed Horton Quarry Junction to run-round and head south.
After emerging from Blea Moor Tunnel, it's all downhill to Settle Junction with a fierce 1-in-100 gradient. Once over Ribble Head Viaduct, we are able to coast all the way to Settle Junction allowing the gradient to increase our speed whilst ensuring we don't go over 60mph.
As we pass Settle Junction, it's back on the power for the short climb to Coniston Cold taking in the views of the semaphore signals of Hellifield and we then coast again to Skipton where we momentarily pause at Broughton Road Sidings to allow a passenger service to depart Skipton for Leeds.
It's at this point we start running under the OHLE of the Aire Valley Triangle . Even though the line speed here is 90mph, and the train may travel at 75mph it's slow progress due to long signal sections and frequent station stops for the passenger trains that are ahead of us and we continue our journey as far as Shipley on restrictive aspects most of the way whist very rarely exceeding 40mph.
As our journey takes us southbound, we pass through Keighley and get a small glimpse of the old Shipley Keighley Junction signal box that was relocated here from Shipley to preserve it. This is also the station to change for the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway.
Once clear of Shipley, we are able to crank up the power again for 75mph running as far as Kristal. Emerging from Thackley Tunnel we see the new Apperly Bridge Station (with a couple of happy enthusiasts on the Down platform) and then the new Kristal Forge station too.
Upon arrival at Whitehall Junction, the service is pathed for 35 minutes as per the schedule and then a further 10 minutes at Engine Shed Junction at Holbeck locomotive depot.
Upon clearing Engine Shed Junction, we are nonstop to Milford West Sidings via Castleford and Fairburn where, under near darkness, we arrive on the Down Reception where our service terminates today.
All required permissions were granted for the filming of this service as it holds significant historical relevance due to the semaphore signals and various intermediate signal boxes that are now part of the heritage of the world famous Settle and Carlisle line.
This service was also the last freight train to run the full length of the S&C line prior to the line closing due to a severe landslide. It is estimated that the line will reopen in late 2016 or early 2017.
- published: 05 Jun 2016
- views: 181472
14:11
Steam over the Settle & Carlisle Railway - September 2020
It has always been one of my long held ambitions to film steam over the famous Settle and ...
published: 15 Sep 2020
Steam over the Settle & Carlisle Railway - September 2020
Steam over the Settle & Carlisle Railway - September 2020
- Report rights infringement
- published: 15 Sep 2020
- views: 10709
It has always been one of my long held ambitions to film steam over the famous Settle and Carlisle Railway in North England and with a family holiday tieing into no less than 4 steam charters in the space of a week in early September I couldn’t resist to tag along!
The first steam sighting was on Tuesday 1st September with West Coast Railway’s “The Dalesman” from York to Carlisle & return with steam haulage in the form on Royal Scot Class no 46115 ‘Scots Gaurdsman’ taking over from Hellifield, the Scot is seen at the classic S&C location at Ribblehead Viaduct on its northbound run and the return is seen in some beautiful late summer sunshine at Birkett Common on the climb to Ais Gill, 46115 was bearing a wreath on the smokebox door to commemorate the sad passing of WCR fireman Mike Middleton whom died whilst firing the very same loco on a run 2 weeks previously
The following clips were taken on a combination of my old Panasonic camcorder and my iPhone 11 as my main camcorder developed a fault during my stay away
The next day Wednesday 2nd September would see the other Scot taking on the S&C, 46100 ‘Royal Scot’ at the head of Saphos Trains “The Fellsman” from Crewe to Carlisle & return, seen once more at Ribblehead Viaduct on the outward run and on the return seen at Ais Gill more than harsh weather conditions
Sunday 6th September would now see Jubilee Class no 45699 ‘Galatea’ in desguise as long lost sistership no 45562 ‘Alberta’ on a faithful recreation of “The Waverley” running from York to Carlisle & return, seen slogging up the long drag at Stainforth with its unassisted 12 coach load and on the return once again at Stainforth as the Jubilee speeds down the grade into Settle with a nice show of exhaust
Finally to finish up another run of “The Dalesman” on Tuesday 8th September from Chester to Carlisle and return, with motive power in Southern flavour with Merchant Navy Class no 35018 ‘British India Line’ from Hellifield to Carlisle and return to Carnforth via Shap, seen running tender first with support coach at Giggleswick and now with the tour battles through the elements at Helwith Bridge on the long 1in100 climb
Inbetween clips I have included a few scenes of “The Staycation Express” with a variety of diesel haulage during the many workings the train did between Skipton and Appleby providing a benefit to tourism for the line and Appleby itself!
50:36
A Train Drivers Cab view of the Settle and Carlisle Route. Part 1 of 3. Keighley to Ribblehead.
A journey from a Train Drivers Cab across the Settle and Carlisle route. One of the most f...
published: 09 Jul 2020
A Train Drivers Cab view of the Settle and Carlisle Route. Part 1 of 3. Keighley to Ribblehead.
A Train Drivers Cab view of the Settle and Carlisle Route. Part 1 of 3. Keighley to Ribblehead.
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- published: 09 Jul 2020
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A journey from a Train Drivers Cab across the Settle and Carlisle route. One of the most famous in the UK, having staved off closure. This year will see special tourist trains running. A link to Tickets can be found at https://www.railcharterservices.co.uk/
Unfortunately due to management restrictions Cab sounds were not permitted at the time of this recording a few years ago. It is hoped to have an updated version of this journey later in the year with full on in cab stereo sounds. I decided to start from Keighley as the route from Leeds is pretty tree lined in a lot of places. Parts two and three will follow.
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SETTLE TO CARLISLE RAILWAY - from Robbie Ellis
A great song by Mike Donald
published: 21 Oct 2011
SETTLE TO CARLISLE RAILWAY - from Robbie Ellis
SETTLE TO CARLISLE RAILWAY - from Robbie Ellis
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A great song by Mike Donald
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Settle & Carlisle Railway: Death Of A Bridge
A sequence showing the demolition of bridge 64 on the Settle & Carlisle Railway in October...
published: 31 Jul 2016
Settle & Carlisle Railway: Death Of A Bridge
Settle & Carlisle Railway: Death Of A Bridge
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A sequence showing the demolition of bridge 64 on the Settle & Carlisle Railway in October 2015, following 140 years of service. Taken from Northwest Mainline Steam 2015.
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My Feet Are Wet, But It's Still Beautiful - Episode 45, Day 82 - Settle to Carlisle
It's the 27th July, and it's a rainy day but Geoff & Vicki don't care - because today they...
published: 06 Aug 2017
My Feet Are Wet, But It's Still Beautiful - Episode 45, Day 82 - Settle to Carlisle
My Feet Are Wet, But It's Still Beautiful - Episode 45, Day 82 - Settle to Carlisle
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It's the 27th July, and it's a rainy day but Geoff & Vicki don't care - because today they're on one of the finest train journeys in the world - the Settle & Carlisle Railway. The route takes them over hill and under dale, including the highest station in England, and the magnificent Ribblehead Viaduct.
Friends of Settle & Carlisle website: http://www.foscl.org.uk/
See our progress map at: http://allthestations.co.uk/map/
Geoff and Vicki are visiting ALL 2,563 national railway stations in Britain - view the progress map and loads more information about the project on the website at: http://allthestations.co.uk/
ROUTE: Leeds - Ribblehead - Dent - Appleby - Carlisle - Lancaster
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Steam on the Settle & Carlisle
A VHS of my Granny's that I decided to copy over to YouTube as so many of us don't have VH...
published: 06 Aug 2016
Steam on the Settle & Carlisle
Steam on the Settle & Carlisle
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A VHS of my Granny's that I decided to copy over to YouTube as so many of us don't have VHS these days. A lovely documentary about Steam Trains.
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The History of the Settle-Carlisle Railway
The Settle-Carlisle line is England's most scenic railway. This video describes its histor...
published: 24 Jul 2009
The History of the Settle-Carlisle Railway
The History of the Settle-Carlisle Railway
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The Settle-Carlisle line is England's most scenic railway. This video describes its history from construction in the 1870s (with original Victorian photos) to the present day, and finishes with a scenic trip along the famous railway.
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My Model Railway Layout of the Settle to Carlisle Railway in N Gauge - Video Diary #1
Please find my very first video diary entry, a quick 1 minute introduction to my N Gauge l...
published: 04 Jan 2021
My Model Railway Layout of the Settle to Carlisle Railway in N Gauge - Video Diary #1
My Model Railway Layout of the Settle to Carlisle Railway in N Gauge - Video Diary #1
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Please find my very first video diary entry, a quick 1 minute introduction to my N Gauge layout based upon the Settle to Carlisle Railway in the BR steam era right up to its end in 1968. The layout is 8 foot 6 x 2 foot 6 in size and is DC Controlled consisting of an up/down double track plan with a double platform station with a single bay, a 4 lane goods yard complete with shed and loading platform and a two lane engine shed with coal and water facilities. It also features a couple of tunnels with removable access tops, a small viaduct and limestone quarry. Please follow my progress as I develop the layout over the coming months with the addition of platforms and further Metcalfe buildings as well as a number of plastic kits. The landscaping is what I am most looking forward to undertaking and I will be using the excellent WWS & Woodlands Scenic products for this. I would very much appreciate any ideas for the layout in the comments section as this is my first N Gauge layout and I myself am taking much inspiration from the many other YouTube channels. Thanks for watching!
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Class 66 Carlisle to Milford Cab Ride Via Settle & Carlisle S&C, Leeds, Castleford
We take a ride along the legendary Settle to Carlisle line with 66011 + 19 HTA wagons form...
published: 05 Jun 2016
Class 66 Carlisle to Milford Cab Ride Via Settle & Carlisle S&C, Leeds, Castleford
Class 66 Carlisle to Milford Cab Ride Via Settle & Carlisle S&C, Leeds, Castleford
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We take a ride along the legendary Settle to Carlisle line with 66011 + 19 HTA wagons forming 4Z20 from Carlisle Kingmoor Network Yard to Milford West Down reception Yard. Our journey takes in some of the most stunning scenery along this picturesque route between Cumbria and Yorkshire.
Our journey starts in number 9 reception in the Down yard at Carlisle Kingmoor. From there, we take the route to Carlisle Station via the Down Goods and arrive on Goods B line in Carlisle station where we await the arrival of a Northern service to clear the branch at London Road Junction. After departing the station we head towards London Road Junction and Petteril bridge Junction before routing on to the S&C line. From here it's flat out nearly all the way to Ais Gill summit as we pass through the pristine countryside and preserved mainline stations.
From Ais Gill it's a small decent towards Garsdale then we climb again to Blea Moor passing Dent Station (The highest main line station in England at 1150 feet above sea level). New signals are visible at Blea Moor to allow trains from the newly installed Horton Quarry Junction to run-round and head south.
After emerging from Blea Moor Tunnel, it's all downhill to Settle Junction with a fierce 1-in-100 gradient. Once over Ribble Head Viaduct, we are able to coast all the way to Settle Junction allowing the gradient to increase our speed whilst ensuring we don't go over 60mph.
As we pass Settle Junction, it's back on the power for the short climb to Coniston Cold taking in the views of the semaphore signals of Hellifield and we then coast again to Skipton where we momentarily pause at Broughton Road Sidings to allow a passenger service to depart Skipton for Leeds.
It's at this point we start running under the OHLE of the Aire Valley Triangle . Even though the line speed here is 90mph, and the train may travel at 75mph it's slow progress due to long signal sections and frequent station stops for the passenger trains that are ahead of us and we continue our journey as far as Shipley on restrictive aspects most of the way whist very rarely exceeding 40mph.
As our journey takes us southbound, we pass through Keighley and get a small glimpse of the old Shipley Keighley Junction signal box that was relocated here from Shipley to preserve it. This is also the station to change for the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway.
Once clear of Shipley, we are able to crank up the power again for 75mph running as far as Kristal. Emerging from Thackley Tunnel we see the new Apperly Bridge Station (with a couple of happy enthusiasts on the Down platform) and then the new Kristal Forge station too.
Upon arrival at Whitehall Junction, the service is pathed for 35 minutes as per the schedule and then a further 10 minutes at Engine Shed Junction at Holbeck locomotive depot.
Upon clearing Engine Shed Junction, we are nonstop to Milford West Sidings via Castleford and Fairburn where, under near darkness, we arrive on the Down Reception where our service terminates today.
All required permissions were granted for the filming of this service as it holds significant historical relevance due to the semaphore signals and various intermediate signal boxes that are now part of the heritage of the world famous Settle and Carlisle line.
This service was also the last freight train to run the full length of the S&C line prior to the line closing due to a severe landslide. It is estimated that the line will reopen in late 2016 or early 2017.
Settle-Carlisle Line
The Settle–Carlisle Line (S&C) is a 73-mile (117 km) long main railway line in northern England. It is also known as the Settle and Carlisle. It is a part of the National Rail network and was constructed in the 1870s. Apart from temporary diversions (such as the closure of the West Coast Main Line) all passenger trains are operated by Northern Rail.
The line runs through remote, scenic regions of the Yorkshire Dales and the North Pennines, from near the town of Settle, beginning at a junction with the line from Leeds to Morecambe, extending to the city of Carlisle close to the England/Scotland border. On the way the line passes through the town of Appleby-in-Westmorland and a number of small communities.
History
The S&C had its origins in railway politics; the expansion-minded Midland Railway company was locked in dispute with the rival London and North Western Railway over access rights to the latter’s tracks to Scotland.
The Midland's access to Scotland was via the "Little North Western" route to Ingleton. The Ingleton Branch Line from Ingleton to Low Gill, where it joined the Lancaster and Carlisle Railway, was under the control of the rival LNWR. Initially the routes, although physically connected at Ingleton, were not logically connected, as the LNWR and Midland could not agree on sharing the use of Ingleton station. Instead the LNWR terminated its trains at a station at the end of Ingleton viaduct, and Midland Railway passengers had to change into LNWR trains by means of a walk of about a mile over steep gradients between the two stations.
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