The Viaduct that spans Batty Moss just to the north of the station, probably represent the very heart of the Settle-Carlisle line. Ribblehead is surrounded by the vastness of the Dales landscape. The peaks of Ingleborough and Whernside dominate the local scenery and westerly winds howl up the valley much of the year. Conditions in winter (and summer in some cases) can be very challenging.
Ribblehead is surrounded by the vastness of the Dales landscape. The peaks of Ingleborough and Whernside dominate the local scenery and westerly winds howl up the valley much of the year. Conditions in winter (and summer in some cases) can be very challenging. Into this setting during the 1870’s came the tough ‘navvies’ who set up encampments to live whilst the building of the line was undertaken.
The ghosts of the navvy bases remain and the area now has a stillness and remoteness, which is only broken by the rumble of a passenger or freight train over the Viaduct. This acts as a reminder that the S&C not only offers a wonderful trip for people but is a vital connection for communities, trade and industry.
The Viaduct that spans Batty Moss just to the north of the station, probably represent the very heart of the Settle-Carlisle line. Ribblehead is surrounded by the vastness of the Dales landscape. The peaks of Ingleborough and Whernside dominate the local scenery and westerly winds howl up the valley much of the year. Conditions in winter (and summer in some cases) can be very challenging.
The Viaduct that spans Batty Moss just to the north of Ribblehead station, probably represent the very heart of the Settle-Carlisle line. Ribblehead is surrounded by the vastness of the Dales landscape. The peaks of Ingleborough and Whernside dominate the local scenery and westerly winds howl up the valley much of the year. Conditions in winter (and summer in some cases) can be very challenging.
A pub in the shadow of the Ribblehead viaduct.
