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| | The Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway in 1915 (Site not responding. Last check: ) |
 | | Completed for traffic in September, 1876, the Eskdale railway was planned to bring down to the coast hematite iron ore from several mines around Boot, but the increasing popularity of the district, both as a holiday and a residential centre, soon resulted in passengers being conveyed also. |
 | | In addition to the scenic charm, also, the Eskdale district is rich in historical ruins and archaeological remains generally, and thus, besides being a happy hunting ground of the mountaineer, appeals to a wide circle of residents and holiday makers. |
 | | From Eskdale Green there are rising switchback grades along the side of Eskdale fell as far as beckfoot, 1 5/8 miles further on and 148ft. |
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