Great Britain

The Settle to Carlisle railway, perhaps the most scenic and spectacular main line in Britain, is one wonders of northern England.
This Border Television film recaptures the golden age of steam, and provides a lasting record of this remarkable railway in the hills. A brief history of the building of the line by the Midland Railway, is followed by a nostalgic footplate journey down the line on board former LNER A4 Pacific "Sir Nigel Gresley."
Starting from Citadel Station, Carlisle, the Cumbrian Mountain Express steams through the beautiful Eden Valley on the long climb to Ais Gill Summit. Now on the most scenic stretch of the line. the train crosses Arten Gill and Dent Head Viaducts, to Blea Moor and the most famous viaduct at Ribblehead.
A4 "Sir Nigel Gresley" is joined on the route by the Stanier Pacific "Duchess of Hamilton," and two Southern Railway veterans "Lord Nelson" and "City of Wells."

Cover design • Bob Baptist.