Group Formed
Wednesday, 29th March, 2000
Group Description
A forum for people to ask questions,exchange views, photographs and information about "Englands most spectacular railway"
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Settle Carlisle
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Locations within group area
 | Location Name: TS44 - ApplebyLocation Notes: Located about 15 miles South-East of Penrith on the Settle and Carlisle line. This is a very scenic route and attracts a large number of tourists and ramblers.Railway type and traffic Almost exclusively class 158s on the two hourly passenger service, with the occasional 153s.Freight is sparse with only 3 to 5 daily scheduled workings during day time DBC & DRS 66's plus Colas 60's on the log train with occasional STP freight workings including Freightliner 66's. During the summer there can be a couple of charters each week including steam. |
 | Location Name: TS953 - Birkett CommonLocation Notes: This is a popular late afternoon to early evening shots in both directions. On clear days there are impressive views of the hills behind.This land and access to it is Open Access land as defined under the Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000. Rights can vary depending on the time of year, and it’s best to use Natural England’s website to check if planning a visit. For more information on the Settle and Carlisle line please see the Settle - Carlisle Partnership website and consider joining Friends of the Settle Carlisle Line. Railway type and traffic Most of the local services to Carlisle are operated by 158 multiple units.There are a number of freight services operated by DB Schenker/Freightliner/GBRf. DRS operate the autumnal RHTT trains over the route. |
 | Location Name: TS948 - Blea Moor Little DalesLocation Notes: Blea Moor, just north of the Ribblehead Viaduct, is one of the 'classic' location on the Settle and Carlisle line and also home to one of the most remote signal boxes in the UK. This location is about 1km from the nearest place with Road Access and is a walk across Blea Moor Common under the viaduct.For more information on the Settle and Carlisle line please see the Settle - Carlisle Partnership website and consider joining Friends of the Settle Carlisle Line. Railway type and traffic Most of the local services to Carlisle are operated by 158 multiple units.There are a number of freight services operated by DB Schenker/Freightliner/GBRf. DRS operate the autumnal RHTT trains over the route. |
 | Location Name: TS949 - Blea Moor Tunnel, South PortalLocation Notes: Blea Moor, just north of the Ribblehead Viaduct, is one of the 'classic' location on the Settle and Carlisle line and also home to one of the most remote signal boxes in the UK. This location is about 1.5km from the nearest place with Road Access and is a walk across Blea Moor Common.For more information on the Settle and Carlisle line please see the Settle - Carlisle Partnership website and consider joining Friends of the Settle Carlisle Line. Railway type and traffic Most of the local services to Carlisle are operated by 158 multiple units.There are a number of freight services operated by DB Schenker/Freightliner/GBRf. DRS operate the autumnal RHTT trains over the route. |
 | Location Name: TS952 - Coombe EdenLocation Notes: This is a handy early afternoon southbound shot of the trains leaving Armathwaite viaduct. This location is also known as Armathwaite Curve.The shot is on a private drive to a farm so it might be best to ask at the farm for access, but the number of photographs taken at this location would indicate no access problems. Recently the drive has been planted with young trees but at this time they don’t obscure the shot. For more information on the Settle and Carlisle line please see the Settle - Carlisle Partnership website and consider joining Friends of the Settle Carlisle Line. Railway type and traffic Most of the local services to Carlisle are operated by 158 multiple units.There are a number of freight services operated by DB Schenker/Freightliner/GBRf. DRS operate the autumnal RHTT trains over the route. Note: This location is north of Newbiggin and normally the gypsum trains will not pass this location. |
 | Location Name: TS951 - Culgaith CrossingLocation Notes: This is one of only two level crossings on the Settle and Carlisle lines. Shots are available after mid day of both south and north bound trains.For more information on the Settle and Carlisle line please see the Settle - Carlisle Partnership website and consider joining Friends of the Settle Carlisle Line. Railway type and traffic Most of the local services to Carlisle are operated by 158 multiple units.There are a number of freight services operated by DB Schenker/Freightliner/GBRf. DRS operate the autumnal RHTT trains over the route. Note: This location is north of Newbiggin and normally the gypsum trains will not pass this location. |
 | Location Name: TS45 - GarsdaleLocation Notes: Located midway along the Settle and Carlisle line, just south of Ais Gill summit. This is a very scenic route and attracts a large number of tourists and ramblers.Railway type and traffic Most of the local services are operated by 156s.There are a number of freight services operated by DB Schenker/Freightliner/DRS. Although non-electrified the line is also used as a diversionary route when the West Coast Main Line is blocked between Preston and Carlisle |
 | Location Name: TS43 - HellifieldLocation Notes: Located about midway on the Leeds to Carforth. Hellifield is also about 3 miles south east of Settle junction and Located about 10 miles North West of Skipton.Railway type and traffic Most of the local services to Carlisle are operated by 156 multiple units.Local services to Carnforth are operated by 142s, 144s or 156s. There are a number of freight services operated by DB Schenker/Freightliner/DRS. |
 | Location Name: TS913 - Hellifield PondLocation Notes: Located about midway on the Leeds to Carforth. Hellifield is also about 3 miles south east of Settle junction and Located about 10 miles North West of Skipton. Hellifield Pond is on a small but busy for the area road heading out of Hellifield.For more information on the Settle and Carlisle line please see the Settle - Carlisle Partnership website and consider joining Friends of the Settle Carlisle Line. Railway type and traffic Most of the local services to Carlisle are operated by 158 multiple units. Local services to Morecambe are operated by 142s, 144s or 156s.There are a number of freight services operated by DB Schenker/Freightliner/GBRf. DRS operate the autumnal RHTT trains over the route. |
 | Location Name: TS934 - Helwith BridgeLocation Notes: Helwith Bridge is a classic location on the Settle and Carlisle line, which offers good morning shots of workings with either the quarry in the background, or a small viaduct over the river Ribble. There is also an afternoon shot from the west side of the quarry, which on clear days offers views of Pen-y-gent in the background.For more information on the Settle and Carlisle line please see the Settle - Carlisle Partnership website and consider joining Friends of the Settle Carlisle Line. Railway type and traffic Most of the local services to Carlisle are operated by 158 multiple units.There are a number of freight services operated by DB Schenker/Freightliner/GBRf. DRS operate the autumnal RHTT trains over the route. |
 | Location Name: TS945 - Risehill Tunnel, North PortalLocation Notes: A classic S&C southbound late afternoon shot high up in the hills.This location requires a long steep climb and once at the top you will be pretty cut off from anyone else. Please consider this before attempting this shot. Also note this location is not on public access land or on a footpath, but the owner of the land is used to photographers using this as a location. Please be responsible and check in at Raygill Farm on the way up as a common courtesy (i.e. do not spoil it for the rest of us!) For more information on the Settle and Carlisle line please see the Settle - Carlisle Partnership website and consider joining Friends of the Settle Carlisle Line. Railway type and traffic Most of the local services to Carlisle are operated by 158 multiple units.There are a number of freight services operated by DB Schenker/Freightliner/GBRf. DRS operate the autumnal RHTT trains over the route. |
 | Location Name: TS919 - Runley BridgeLocation Notes: Runley Bridge is just south of Settle, but to the north of Settle Junction, so only the S&C traffic runs over this section of the line. The location is on a small road with ample parking.For more information on the Settle and Carlisle line please see the Settle - Carlisle Partnership website and consider joining Friends of the Settle Carlisle Line. Railway type and traffic Most of the local services to Carlisle are operated by 158 multiple units.There are a number of freight services operated by DB Schenker/Freightliner/GBRf. DRS operate the autumnal RHTT trains over the route. |
 | Location Name: TS947 - Selside CottagesLocation Notes: A roadside location on a, southbound, sweeping curve.For more information on the Settle and Carlisle line please see the Settle - Carlisle Partnership website and consider joining Friends of the Settle Carlisle Line. Railway type and traffic Most of the local services to Carlisle are operated by 158 multiple units.There are a number of freight services operated by DB Schenker/Freightliner/GBRf. DRS operate the autumnal RHTT trains over the route. |
 | Location Name: TS942 - Selside Low MoorLocation Notes: Selside – Low Moor is a good location for afternoon trains in both directions. Those travelling northwards will have Pen-y-gent as a backdrop.For more information on the Settle and Carlisle line please see the Settle - Carlisle Partnership website and consider joining Friends of the Settle Carlisle Line. Railway type and traffic Most of the local services to Carlisle are operated by 158 multiple units.There are a number of freight services operated by DB Schenker/Freightliner/GBRf. DRS operate the autumnal RHTT trains over the route. |
 | Location Name: TS954 - SmardaleLocation Notes: This is another classic location on the Settle and Carlisle line for southbound (or eastbound as there are in the shot) trains, from late morning to early afternoon. Although this location has been used for years, this shot is on private ground not covered by either a footpath or Open Access, so it might be worth asking for access at the farm located just before the under bridge.For the walkers there is a route over the old North Eastern route from Kirkby Stephen, over the trackbed with magnificent views from the viaduct over Scandal Beck that passes at the end of the road that gives access to this location. For more information on the Settle and Carlisle line please see the Settle - Carlisle Partnership website and consider joining Friends of the Settle Carlisle Line. Railway type and traffic Most of the local services to Carlisle are operated by 158 multiple units.There are a number of freight services operated by EWS/Freightliner/GBRf. DRS operate the autumnal RHTT trains over the route. |
 | Location Name: TS955 - Smardale ViaductLocation Notes: This is another classic location on the Settle & Carlisle line for northbound trains, from late afternoon to early evening. Although this location has been used for years, this shot is on private ground not covered by either a footpath or Open Access, so it might be worth asking for access at the farm located just before the under bridge on the way to the Smardale Location, Smardale Hall.For the walkers there is a route over the old North Eastern route from Kirkby Stephen, over the trackbed with magnificent views from the viaduct over Scandal Beck that passes at the end of the road that gives access to this location. For more information on the Settle and Carlisle line please see the Settle - Carlisle Partnership website and consider joining Friends of the Settle Carlisle Line. Railway type and traffic Most of the local services to Carlisle are operated by 158 multiple units.There are a number of freight services operated by DB Schenker/Freightliner/GBRf. DRS operate the autumnal RHTT trains over the route. |
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Please enjoy this guide to UK Railway Photographic Locations.
The information on these pages is supplied for the benefit of railway enthusiasts who carry out a harmless hobby, and through the medium of photography and video, actually promote the railway industry. Railway enthusiasts can also act as eyes and ears against railway vandalism, and as such should surely be encouraged to do so by the supply of adequate information such as is found on this website.
This site has been created to assist railway photographers in their travels around the country. It is based on the personal knowledge and experience. No liability can be held against the web site or its contributions for incorrect information. Trainspots will endeavor to check all information and corrections will be accepted and posted accordingly.
Advice as to the locations general environment is given as a guide on each page. This information is a GUIDE only. ALWAYS be careful with your equipment, Trainspots can not be held responsible for your personal security. Avoid leaving your property on display for all to see, be aware of your surroundings at all times. There are, sadly, people who will not think twice about trying to steal your equipment.
Trainspots DOES NOT condone trespass and none of the information on this site should be taken as a right to trespass. To the best of our knowledge all locations are publicly accessible areas, where they are not contact information will be given to the appropriate authority for permission to be obtained.
The content of this site is created and intended for all age ranges but the content of sites linked from this site are not subject to the same intentions. Trainspots will attempt to check links for validity but as time passes and the site grows this will not always be possible. Broken, or indeed updates to, links should be submitted to the editor for inclusion in the updates. All links external to the Trainspots site are opened in a new browser window.
Please enjoy this guide to UK Railway Photographic Locations.