Keekle Viaduct, Railway viaduct in Cleator Moor, England.
Keekle Viaduct is a stone bridge with seven identical arches spanning the River Keekle and connecting two former railway stations. The structure shows solid Victorian engineering and continues to stand out in the countryside.
The viaduct opened in 1879 as part of the Cleator and Workington Junction Railway serving the mining region. Passenger services stopped running in 1931, followed by freight operations ending in 1963.
The railway infrastructure near Cleator Moor reflects the industrial growth that transformed the region during the 1800s. This heritage is woven into the landscape and shows how mining and transport shaped local identity.
The structure is viewable from outside but requires caution as no maintenance has been done since closure in the 1960s. It is best to observe the bridge from a safe distance and avoid attempting to enter or climb on it.
In 1992 the entire viaduct was offered for sale at just one pound sterling, yet no one accepted the unusual deal. The burden of maintenance costs discouraged any potential buyers.
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