What an absolutely fantastic video! As a lifelong Buxtonian, it was interesting to see something that reveals the heritage of the town and the Peak District itself. Most of what is shown closed when I was a small child. Such a shame the train journey is no longer possible as the scenery along the route is beautiful. Now feel impelled to don the old walking boots and walk the trail though. Well done.
Another great video along a route with which I am extremely familiar having lived for 20+ years in the Peak District and Sheffield. I have cycled the Monsal Trail many times and latterly through all the opened up tunnels from Haddon tunnel to Millers dale and beyond. It's a pity that the present railway cannot gain access to MIllers dale because what a jounrney that would be. Only standing in its way are a demolished bridge between Rowsley and Haddon tunnel and the tunnel itself which is in a state of disrepair. I presume that yet again you have composed the music yourself which is a feat as admirable as the production of the video.
This line was one that it made no sense to close . Cutting off Buxton a major spa and tourist destination from any rail access to the midlands. In my opinion close scrutiny should have been made to who was going to benefit from it. With overcrowding on the roads in the Peak this is one route that should be considered for reopening. A BIG well done to Peak Rail keeping some of the line open and preventing its total annihilation.
Great - excellent. I rode this route as a child, and still remember feeling immensely disappointed when it closed. Passing the strange lineside topiary just before Pineapple Bridge, coming from Manchester, was a signal to gather things up before getting off at Bakewell. My grandparents lived at Pineapple Cottages in the 60s, so you couldn't get closer to the trains, really.
Some are trying to resurect it, the quarries want it for easy access to the south of england, the route is spectacular, trouble is there are a couple of sticking points on the route, and the cant be bothered to pedal cyclists who want the scenerey but not have to actually pedal much.
@@ghosttrainlostrailways Yes it really is and you can get a nice meal or snack at Hassop station to help you on your way, was our favourite walk when we lived up there.
There are plans to reopen this railway,the first stage is to reopen to Rowsley on a bridge crossing the A6,then continue to Bakewell,then onto Millers Dale,then link up with the line linking Manchester to Buxton.
A fantastic and original video. Will be watching many more. I've walked the Monsall Trail. There's lots of info boards along the route about the importance of the railway.
As a local girl, that’s absolutely brilliant to see! Why on earth did they get rid of that route, it must have been beautiful!! Glad we can walk most of it now but on a train would’ve been great! ❤❤❤
As always, it is down to money. Imagine the cost of keeping such a route open, it would be astronomical. Having said that, I would dearly like to see it reopened.
@@ghosttrainlostrailways Oh dear - hope you didn't get stung - seen a few cartoons where the person was being chased by a swarm of bees / wasps & had to dive into a pond so they wouldn't get stung - hope you didn't have to do that!!! 😉🚂🚂🚂
Great !!!! Thank you. People allways say things like...such a shame they closed it and if it could only be reopened......The fact is if it doesnt make money for companys why would they keep it open?? !!! At least we can all enjoy it now.
I hate you James, I despise you….yes, Jealousy is a terrible thing. I hate to say it. Every word chokes me. But…….. Marvellous, informative and Extraordinary… as usual 😊
What an absolutely fantastic video! As a lifelong Buxtonian, it was interesting to see something that reveals the heritage of the town and the Peak District itself. Most of what is shown closed when I was a small child. Such a shame the train journey is no longer possible as the scenery along the route is beautiful. Now feel impelled to don the old walking boots and walk the trail though. Well done.
Used this line when I was working in Manchester to get home to Matlock for the weekend. Magical route. Ah the memories.
Another great video along a route with which I am extremely familiar having lived for 20+ years in the Peak District and Sheffield. I have cycled the Monsal Trail many times and latterly through all the opened up tunnels from Haddon tunnel to Millers dale and beyond. It's a pity that the present railway cannot gain access to MIllers dale because what a jounrney that would be. Only standing in its way are a demolished bridge between Rowsley and Haddon tunnel and the tunnel itself which is in a state of disrepair. I presume that yet again you have composed the music yourself which is a feat as admirable as the production of the video.
I ve scratch built a model of Bakewell station for my MR layout of the Peak complete with lamps.
This line was one that it made no sense to close . Cutting off Buxton a major spa and tourist destination from any rail access to the midlands. In my opinion close scrutiny should have been made to who was going to benefit from it. With overcrowding on the roads in the Peak this is one route that should be considered for reopening.
A BIG well done to Peak Rail keeping some of the line open and preventing its total annihilation.
Great - excellent. I rode this route as a child, and still remember feeling immensely disappointed when it closed. Passing the strange lineside topiary just before Pineapple Bridge, coming from Manchester, was a signal to gather things up before getting off at Bakewell. My grandparents lived at Pineapple Cottages in the 60s, so you couldn't get closer to the trains, really.
It is a real shame that these old routes do not exist anymore. The scenery must of have been amazing.
Some are trying to resurect it, the quarries want it for easy access to the south of england, the route is spectacular, trouble is there are a couple of sticking points on the route, and the cant be bothered to pedal cyclists who want the scenerey but not have to actually pedal much.
Walk this line and it will blow your mind. The twin bridge at Millers Dale and Monsal Viaduct..
Clever stuff. Enjoyed that!
Love this , have walked the Monsal trail many times from Bakewell to Millers Dale, how wonderful it must have been all those years ago!
Thanks John feel free to subscribe - it's on my to do list to cycle the Monsal trail scenery looks stunning
@@ghosttrainlostrailways Yes it really is and you can get a nice meal or snack at Hassop station to help you on your way, was our favourite walk when we lived up there.
There are plans to reopen this railway,the first stage is to reopen to Rowsley on a bridge crossing the A6,then continue to Bakewell,then onto Millers Dale,then link up with the line linking Manchester to Buxton.
Return ticket to Buxton please! ✋
A very nice production👍
Fantastic yet again
A fantastic and original video. Will be watching many more. I've walked the Monsall Trail. There's lots of info boards along the route about the importance of the railway.
Cycled it this year! Stunning scenery!
Very impressive way put together work of art love the ghost loco
As a local girl, that’s absolutely brilliant to see! Why on earth did they get rid of that route, it must have been beautiful!! Glad we can walk most of it now but on a train would’ve been great! ❤❤❤
Beeching's reforms of the network system.
they probably hoped to increase road traffic to make a case for building a motorway. that was cwertainly the reason they closed the woodhead route.
As always, it is down to money. Imagine the cost of keeping such a route open, it would be astronomical. Having said that, I would dearly like to see it reopened.
INCREDIBLE - so well put together :)
Another stunning presentation. Many thanks.
Well done! a great production. Gives the viewer a great sense where they are.
This was great thank you 😊
Beautiful and brilliant how this hits that nostalgic nerve!! Walking the Monsal trail this Summer.
Cycled it for the first time last year! Stunning scenery!
Brilliant James. Very impressive. Really enjoyed it. 👍
Where is Matlock Riverside Halt? I adore this area and visit every year to walk the line.Dream house is Darley Dale restored. Thank you.❤
Brilliant!
Brilliant presentation! I've just found this page, and I've now subscribed and will be watching all the others. Thanks for a great video.
Cheers Tony! Planning on exploring many more lost lines feel free to share with any who might be interested 🙂
Excellent, as always 😊
Awesome and thanks.
Excellent!
Another fantastic video. This is Peak Rails ultimate plan. Will they ever achieve it? I doubt it. (Peak Rail member for over 40 years)
Excellent
C😎😎l - I have cycle along the Monsal Trail Many Times& still find Railway 'Furniture' along the way!!! 😉🚂🚂🚂
I had to cycle very fast away from a wasp nest near one of the station cafes! 🐝 🚲
@@ghosttrainlostrailways Oh dear - hope you didn't get stung - seen a few cartoons where the person was being chased by a swarm of bees / wasps & had to dive into a pond so they wouldn't get stung - hope you didn't have to do that!!! 😉🚂🚂🚂
Great !!!! Thank you. People allways say things like...such a shame they closed it and if it could only be reopened......The fact is if it doesnt make money for companys why would they keep it open?? !!! At least we can all enjoy it now.
I hate you James, I despise you….yes, Jealousy is a terrible thing. I hate to say it. Every word chokes me. But…….. Marvellous, informative and Extraordinary… as usual 😊
Ah thanks @olleetheowl was that an insultipliment? Or a complisult? 🤔🧐