Tunnel End is where the 4 Standedge tunnels start their route under the Pennines. There are four tunnels in total, two disused railway tunnels, one active railway tunnel and the Standedge canal tunnel. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Standedge_Tunnels
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Tunnel End is where the 4 Standedge tunnels start their route under the Pennines. There are four tunnels in total, two disused railway tunnels, one active railway tunnel and the Standedge canal tunnel. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Standedge_Tunnels
47624 "Cyclops" emerges from the west portal of Standedge Tunnel with 1M73 11:24 Newcastle to Liverpool Lime Street. 25/1/86. I got this loco at the same location twice within a couple of months. This wider view gives a good impression of what the west end of the tunnel was like then, with little vegetation enchroachment and the remnants of the former station still in evidence. It's far more enclosed these days.
47624 "Cyclops" emerges from the west portal of Standedge Tunnel with 1M58 08:20 Newcastle to Llandudno. 23rd December 1986. I also took this in colour. That shot has been on my Flickr for a long time.
56099 has just emerged from Standedge Tunnel at Marsden with 6E85 09:00 Stanlow to Leeds. 24/12/85. Michael McNicholas was with Geoff that day and his notes indicate that the train was diverted - presumably from the Calder Valley line.
Boats passing through Standedge tunnel are provided with both a pilot on board, and a second CRT volunteer who will drive through the adjacent disused railway tunnel and appear at several points through interlinking tunnels to check on the progress of the boat. 4th September 2024.
Trans Pennine Express Bimode Nova 1 Class 802 No 802211 approaches the East Portal of Standedge Tunnel from Marsden with the 1143 Newcastle to Liverpool Lime Street service on 20th June 2024
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BR Class 40 No D213 'Andania' (with 47828 at rear of train) approaches Standedge Tunnel at Diggle Station Road Bridge with the Branch Line Society/Locomotive Services Group 'The Bucket & Spade ' charter - the 0846 Crewe to Scarborough special on 5th June 2024
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Trans Pennine Express DMU Class 185 No 185120 heads through Diggle on the approach to Standedge Tunnel with the 1044 Manchester Airport to Saltburn service on 17th April 2024
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45 118, formerly named The Royal Artilleryman, and now preserved, emerges from Standege Tunnel at Diggle with 1M62, the 07:10 Newcastle - Liverpool
Marsden is a charming town located in the Colne Valley of West Yorkshire. Nestled in the foothills of the Peak District National Park, it boasts stunning natural surroundings, including picturesque moorland and the flowing waters of the River Colne. The town has a rich industrial heritage, once thriving as a centre for textile production during the Industrial Revolution. Today, Marsden maintains its historic character with quaint stone buildings, cobbled streets, and traditional pubs. It is also known for its vibrant arts scene. Visitors to Marsden can enjoy scenic walks along the nearby canal towpaths, explore historic landmarks like the Standedge Tunnel, or simply relax in the town's welcoming atmosphere. My visit to Marsden was for the Marsden Cuckoo Day Festival, a tradition marking the arrival of spring. The festival includes music, arts, and community activities, celebrating the return of the cuckoo with its distinctive call heard across the moors. According to tradition, the cuckoo's arrival, typically on 24th April at the Marsden Spring Cattle Fair, coincides with the blooming of spring flowers, ushering in warmer weather and longer days. Legend has it that despite attempts to confine the cuckoo, it managed to escape, adding to the folklore of the region. The Standedge Tunnel is a historic canal tunnel. It forms part of the Huddersfield Narrow Canal and is the longest canal tunnel in the United Kingdom. Stretching over 3 miles (approximately 4.8 kilometers), the tunnel was constructed between 1794 and 1811, during the peak of the Industrial Revolution. It was designed to provide a vital transport link between the towns of Marsden and Diggle, allowing goods to be transported by barge through the Pennines. Whether you're a keen walker, history enthusiast, or simply looking for a day of exploration, Marsden has something to offer everyone.
Marsden is a charming town located in the Colne Valley of West Yorkshire. Nestled in the foothills of the Peak District National Park, it boasts stunning natural surroundings, including picturesque moorland and the flowing waters of the River Colne. The town has a rich industrial heritage, once thriving as a centre for textile production during the Industrial Revolution. Today, Marsden maintains its historic character with quaint stone buildings, cobbled streets, and traditional pubs. It is also known for its vibrant arts scene. Visitors to Marsden can enjoy scenic walks along the nearby canal towpaths, explore historic landmarks like the Standedge Tunnel, or simply relax in the town's welcoming atmosphere. My visit to Marsden was for the Marsden Cuckoo Day Festival, a tradition marking the arrival of spring. The festival includes music, arts, and community activities, celebrating the return of the cuckoo with its distinctive call heard across the moors. According to tradition, the cuckoo's arrival, typically on 24th April at the Marsden Spring Cattle Fair, coincides with the blooming of spring flowers, ushering in warmer weather and longer days. Legend has it that despite attempts to confine the cuckoo, it managed to escape, adding to the folklore of the region. The Standedge Tunnel is a historic canal tunnel. It forms part of the Huddersfield Narrow Canal and is the longest canal tunnel in the United Kingdom. Stretching over 3 miles (approximately 4.8 kilometers), the tunnel was constructed between 1794 and 1811, during the peak of the Industrial Revolution. It was designed to provide a vital transport link between the towns of Marsden and Diggle, allowing goods to be transported by barge through the Pennines. Whether you're a keen walker, history enthusiast, or simply looking for a day of exploration, Marsden has something to offer everyone.
Marsden is a charming town located in the Colne Valley of West Yorkshire. Nestled in the foothills of the Peak District National Park, it boasts stunning natural surroundings, including picturesque moorland and the flowing waters of the River Colne. The town has a rich industrial heritage, once thriving as a centre for textile production during the Industrial Revolution. Today, Marsden maintains its historic character with quaint stone buildings, cobbled streets, and traditional pubs. It is also known for its vibrant arts scene. Visitors to Marsden can enjoy scenic walks along the nearby canal towpaths, explore historic landmarks like the Standedge Tunnel, or simply relax in the town's welcoming atmosphere. My visit to Marsden was for the Marsden Cuckoo Day Festival, a tradition marking the arrival of spring. The festival includes music, arts, and community activities, celebrating the return of the cuckoo with its distinctive call heard across the moors. According to tradition, the cuckoo's arrival, typically on 24th April at the Marsden Spring Cattle Fair, coincides with the blooming of spring flowers, ushering in warmer weather and longer days. Legend has it that despite attempts to confine the cuckoo, it managed to escape, adding to the folklore of the region. The Standedge Tunnel is a historic canal tunnel. It forms part of the Huddersfield Narrow Canal and is the longest canal tunnel in the United Kingdom. Stretching over 3 miles (approximately 4.8 kilometers), the tunnel was constructed between 1794 and 1811, during the peak of the Industrial Revolution. It was designed to provide a vital transport link between the towns of Marsden and Diggle, allowing goods to be transported by barge through the Pennines. Whether you're a keen walker, history enthusiast, or simply looking for a day of exploration, Marsden has something to offer everyone.
Marsden is a charming town located in the Colne Valley of West Yorkshire. Nestled in the foothills of the Peak District National Park, it boasts stunning natural surroundings, including picturesque moorland and the flowing waters of the River Colne. The town has a rich industrial heritage, once thriving as a centre for textile production during the Industrial Revolution. Today, Marsden maintains its historic character with quaint stone buildings, cobbled streets, and traditional pubs. It is also known for its vibrant arts scene. Visitors to Marsden can enjoy scenic walks along the nearby canal towpaths, explore historic landmarks like the Standedge Tunnel, or simply relax in the town's welcoming atmosphere. My visit to Marsden was for the Marsden Cuckoo Day Festival, a tradition marking the arrival of spring. The festival includes music, arts, and community activities, celebrating the return of the cuckoo with its distinctive call heard across the moors. According to tradition, the cuckoo's arrival, typically on 24th April at the Marsden Spring Cattle Fair, coincides with the blooming of spring flowers, ushering in warmer weather and longer days. Legend has it that despite attempts to confine the cuckoo, it managed to escape, adding to the folklore of the region. The Standedge Tunnel is a historic canal tunnel. It forms part of the Huddersfield Narrow Canal and is the longest canal tunnel in the United Kingdom. Stretching over 3 miles (approximately 4.8 kilometers), the tunnel was constructed between 1794 and 1811, during the peak of the Industrial Revolution. It was designed to provide a vital transport link between the towns of Marsden and Diggle, allowing goods to be transported by barge through the Pennines. Whether you're a keen walker, history enthusiast, or simply looking for a day of exploration, Marsden has something to offer everyone.
SR (LSL) 7P5F Rebuilt West Country No 34046 'Braunton' heads through Diggle on the approach to Standedge Tunnel with Sapphos Trains 1Z80 - the 0602 Hereford to York Special on 17th April 2024
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Trans Pennine Express BMU Nova 1 Class 802 No 802212 leaving Standedge Tunnel West Portal to pass under Diggle Station Road Bridge with the 0845 Newcastle to Liverpool Lime Street service on 17th April 2024
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Trans Pennine Express BMU Nova 1 Class 802 No 802214 heads through Diggle at Station Road Bridge on the approach to Standedge Tunnel with the 0954 Liverpool Lime Street to Newcastle service on 17th April 2024
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