Cliff railway. by jayfar
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Description
The first run of this cliff railway took place on April 9th 1890. It links Lynton at the top with Lynmouth at the bottom and is in regular use, especially with the tourists. It operates solely on water which is fed into a large tank on the top car and when ready to go the water in the bottom car is released making the top car heaviest thereby letting gravity do the work.
Have a good weekend to all my visitors.
Comments (34)
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What a photo, what a view, WOW! I have to think of the Swiss Alps when I see that bridge and car, Jeff. Thank you for sharing, also the explanation. It's quite an experience to climb in such a car. How beautiful can England be, from this, I had no idea.
flavia49
nice shot
debbielove
Wonderful railway, I've ridden it so many times.. Thanks for posting Jeff. Rob
danapommet
A great shot looking down and wonderful information about the water propulsion system. Gravity rules!!