Settle-Carlisle Line
CountryUK (England)
Year Opened1876
Length117 km
RouteSettle to Carlisle
About Settle-Carlisle Line
Built by 6,000 navvies, many of whom died during construction. The Ribblehead Viaduct has 24 arches and is 32 m high. Was nearly closed in 1989 but saved by public campaign. Crosses Blea Moor, one of the bleakest railway locations in England.
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