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Natalie
July 7, 2022
Road cycling
Chelfham Viaduct was built during the period 1896-97. It spans the Stoke Rivers valley on the Lynton & Barnstaple Railway.
Unlike other similar viaduct's which were demolished after the railway was closed, Chelfham has remained due to a school and other buildings at its base making it too expensive to dismantle.
There are long term plans to reopen the railway line and the viaduct enjoyed extensive restoration in 2000 as part of this project.
Unlike other similar viaduct's which were demolished after the railway was closed, Chelfham has remained due to a school and other buildings at its base making it too expensive to dismantle.
There are long term plans to reopen the railway line and the viaduct enjoyed extensive restoration in 2000 as part of this project.
Sebastiano
June 23, 2025
Hiking
Beautiful little station, viaduct and mill visitor hub with wonderful model of the railway.
Jim Ware
July 15, 2025
Road cycling
the old viaduct
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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