The Walk - EP 103 - When does a railway become a canal? - Rowsley to Bakewell, Derbyshire

[@LeiceExplore]

Nice one Gaz. It’s a tragic story with the tunnel. I mean, ffs, five lads had to die, just coz some rich geezer didn’t wanna see it. Mad

[@IckeWalks]

Story as old as time mate

[@bondosan]

7:00 I asked Bard and got this response "There are two main reasons why some stones jut out on viaducts in the Peak District: Support for Scaffolding: These jutting stones, known as corbels or corbels stones, were originally there to provide a platform for scaffolding during the viaduct's construction. They create a ledge that workers could use to safely build the higher sections of the viaduct. Once construction was complete, the scaffolding was removed, but the corbels remained. Drainage: The jutting stones can also help with drainage. By creating a slight overhang, they can help to deflect rainwater away from the sides of the viaduct, preventing water from pooling and potentially damaging the stonework. So, these stones served a dual purpose during construction and continue to contribute to the viaduct's longevity."

[@IckeWalks]

Fantastic! Thanks very much for this!

[@alfaubrom]

Hayup Gareth that bridge with the railings missing one side, early disc cutters had handles on the left so they was probably waiting for the right handle model to come out? Those jutting out stones not too dissimilar to in Mexico there's Corbels at many ancient sights to assist location of big stones? these in the river structures for scaffolding or ledges also pretty handy if swimming to grab hold off, they seem placed at a natural water height. I get the feeling we are heading towards a Mid Summer Viaduct Spectacular Montage upload?! which is probably a good thing to do- as I heard a rumour coming down the tracks, ( whistle blower ) That someone in this highly competitive arena of exploration, is planning a Culvert Christmas Special! Cheers

[@shanocreations]

Great walk fellas, beautiful country side, inspiring me to get out an do some walking ✌️

[@IckeWalks]

Summer not too far away!

[@MissyMadge]

Just as well we don't have scratch n sniff TV. That water looked well off.

[@callumtew2693]

Hello Gareth really good video as always Derbyshire 😮is lovely not for f🎉me in South Sheffield you love your ballast lol haha I am only joking I pick up on things with my aspergers lol haha see you on the next one Gareth take care peace and love xx

[@bwaynesilva]

The jutting blocks seem to be ornamental. Perhaps a couple of artistic buiding engineers.

[@Dillis-ud6lr]

Another top video and really do appreciate the efforts you put into these and keeping the old lines alive. There is the Hornsea Rail Trail that might be if interest to you snd also the rail lines around Tinsley and the former Orgreave site. Keep up the brill work!

[@IckeWalks]

Thank you! Thats definitely one for the to do list!

[@andrewmarriott4033]

Always wonted to go in that tunnel as well but no point if it’s locked now but been to the other end was full of water last year don’t think it ever goes down Plus I’ve heard they won’t to open the railway cant see that ever happening Great video👍

[@LadySophieofHougunManor7325]

Awesome video as always fantastic to see the gang together again hope phil had awesome holiday

[@gilesestram]

Holiday was fine but i was glad to get back out in more familiar surroundings !

[@LadySophieofHougunManor7325]

Awesome ☺️

[@bwaynesilva]

Great job guys! I love the viaducts. And now I can wear my new The Walk t-shirt and explain about you podcast and what you do to a bunch of southern Californians who respond WTAF?

[@IckeWalks]

Thanks mate!

[@petersilvester1315]

Quick (possibly pedantic) comment - Rowsley is pronounced as 'Rose-ly', not as in 'we had a row (argument)'. Very enjoyable - we lived in Matlock for ten years, and had't seen the viaduct sections of the track.

[@IckeWalks]

Noted! Will remember that. Always pronouncing things wrong. Southerner.

[@Saint_Dan132]

cllass, what timing you have looks interesting . got my tea cats at my side lets get stuck in

[@IckeWalks]

Magic

[@Tel-f7w]

You mean because more and more people are waking up they don't want to attract attention to what really goes on