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in the town of Settle, in the county of North Yorkshire

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About Settle Carlisle Railway

This spectacular train journey could easily be the most scenic train trip in the whole of the UK. The route is part of National Rail Network, with scheduled services running daily between Leeds, Settle and Carlisle, taking the traveller on an extraordinary voyage through a constantly changing panorama of breathtaking scenery.

The 72 mile line, opened in 1876, passes through pastoral lowland valleys and The Yorkshire Dales National Park before ascending to the drama of the High Pennines. Leaving the Pennines, the train makes its way towards the lush Eden Valley, and on through a series of small towns and villages until it reaches the Border City of Carlisle.

It is an awesome journey, memorable for the picturesque small village stations it passes, and for impressive architecture. Not least the incredible structure of the 440 yards long Ribblehead Viaduct, which has a span of 24 arches, each reaching to a height of 100 ft. During the time this historic viaduct was constructed over 100 men lost their lives. Once over the viaduct the train enters a tunnel beneath Blea Moor, this is the longest of the tunnels on the line. In all, on this amazing journey, the train descends through 14 tunnels and travels over 17 major viaducts spanning ravines, making the train the perfect place from which to admire views of a rich variance of stunning English countryside.

Ais Gill Summit at 1169 feet above sea level is the highest point of the line, and here, when all you can see is a landscape covered in mist, it gives you an evocative glimpse of what the journey would have been like in the early romantic days of the steam engine. On a fine day, Ais Gill Summit is a fantastic vantage point.

From time to time the line is used by various steam train operators so there is still the opportunity to make the trip in 19th century style.

This is a journey that was relished by Victorian and Edwardian tourists, and we are fortunate indeed that despite attempts at closure, the line remains open for us to enjoy today. Long may this be so.
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Recommended towns near Settle Carlisle Railway

Settle, in the county of North Yorkshire (0.0 miles, 0.0 km)
A market town in the Yorkshire Dales and also the starting point for the Settle - Carlisle Railway; one of Britain's most...
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Giggleswick, in the county of North Yorkshire (0.6 miles, 0.9 km)
Giggleswick, is as charming as it's melodious name. It lies in a favoured position in the Ribbersdale Valley, a stone's throw across the river from the lively market town of Settle.
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Malham, in the county of North Yorkshire (5.2 miles, 8.4 km, direction E)
High on the moors and dales of Yorshire, lies the wild and desolate place of Malham..
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Clapham, in the county of North Yorkshire (5.7 miles, 9.1 km, direction NW)
The clear waters of Clapham Beck enter the town from the high slopes of Ingleborough where it scampers over a waterfall before plunging down into the town.
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Bowland Knotts, in the county of North Yorkshire (6.4 miles, 10.2 km, direction W)
This is a magnificent area to explore, it is an area of deeply dramatic contrasts, and the vast amphitheatre to the south of the Knotts is a delight to behold.
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Arncliffe, in the county of North Yorkshire (8.7 miles, 14.0 km, direction NE)
Arncliffe is the largest of Littondales four villages and is situated on the lovely River Skirfare.
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Slaidburn, in the county of Lancashire (9.8 miles, 15.7 km, direction SW)
An eye catching place with a pretty village green and a scattering of stone cottages set in an idyllic spot on the banks of the River Hodder.
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Ingleton, in the county of North Yorkshire (9.8 miles, 15.8 km, direction NW)
Ingleton thrives as a centre for those who take pleasure in exploring the vast underworld to be discovered beneath the limestone hills of this glorious scenic region.
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Kettlewell, in the county of North Yorkshire (10.9 miles, 17.5 km, direction NE)
The spectacular limestone beauty of Kettlewell has been appreciated by travellers for decades. It has a series of delightful cottages clustered around the little Cam Beck, a tributary of the River Wharfe as it plunges from Great Whernside.
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Grassington, in the county of North Yorkshire (11.3 miles, 18.2 km, direction E)
This is Upper Wharfdale's principle village. It is a place of quiet charm with a lovely old bridge spanning the River Wharfe and cobbled lanes with pretty stone cottages descending towards the attractive village square.
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Nearby travel help

Settle Station	(0.2 miles, 0.3 km)
Giggleswick Station	(1.1 miles, 1.7 km)
M65 Junction 14	(15.1 miles, 24.3 km, direction S)
M65 Junction 13	(15.7 miles, 25.3 km, direction S)
Leeds Bradford International Airport	(28.6 miles, 46.0 km, direction SE)
Blackpool Airport	(36.9 miles, 59.4 km, direction SW)
Settle Carlisle Railway to London	(198.6 miles, 319.5 km, direction SE)

Accommodation & Hotels near Settle Carlisle Railway

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Falcon Manor Hotel	(0.4 miles, 0.7 km)
The Plough Inn at Wigglesworth	(4.2 miles, 6.7 km, direction S)
New Inn Hotel	(5.7 miles, 9.2 km, direction NW)
Gamekeeper's Inn	(10.0 miles, 16.1 km, direction E)
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Herriots Hotel	(12.8 miles, 20.5 km, direction SE)
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Sun Inn	(16.0 miles, 25.7 km, direction NW)
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