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Ribblehead

Ribblehead is home of the iconic 24 arched viaduct and Victorian station.

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Points of Interest:

Wild Ingleborough.
Walk down to and under the Ribblehead Viaduct and wave to trains as they travel over the viaduct
From the viaduct walk to Blea Moor Signal Box ( still part of the national rail system) one of the most isolated Signal Boxes currently in use.
Gateway to the Yorkshire Three Peaks walk: A circular walk of 24 miles which lead you to the summits of Pen-y-ghent, Whernside, Ingleborough. Pen-y-ghent is a Celtic name meaning Hill of the Winds.

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Guided Walks

FREE guided walks for varying levels from stations on the Leeds-Settle-Carlisle Line – no need for a car and no need to book – just meet us at the station!

group visits

Why not plan a visit with your friends, organisation, community group or school party along the line?

on-train guides

A dedicated team of on train guides travel with pre-booked groups describing the stunning scenery along the line along with all the wonderful facts & figures you always wanted to know about the Settle-Carlisle Railway.

footsteps in time

Explore, discover, relax and enjoy the magic of Ribblehead. We welcome railway enthusiasts, historians, walkers, the photographer, the geologist, the botanist, the cake eater and anyone looking for a great day out.