What an amazing place. Wide open, windy and exposed. My humans thought it would be a good idea to walk from Garsdale station to Ribblehead station cross country. A meer 20km or so. For me the highlight was the viaduct as there were so many people there eager to speak to me.

Amazing viaduct lucky enough to see a train going over it. You can easily walk from the car to the viaduct. Stunning views. Also access to several walking trails. Pub nearby.

A magnificent structure that was a mammoth task to build and has just about to the test of time with a few million quids worth of restoration. It is in a wild and windswept place and has to face everything that Mother Nature can throw at it. Often dark and brooding, like when we were there, in spite of it being sunny everywhere else; it still forms the mainstay of the magical Settle to Carlisle railway line. The best views are up close, if you can find a spot to park and are fit enough to walk along the path to get there.

Finally satisfied my desire to visit this iconic landmark. From first discovering this feat of railway civil engineering, I've waited over 50 years to visit the Ribblehead viaduct. My only wish was to see and photograph a steam engine powering over this mighty structure. Instead, a 3 car DMU had to suffice. Maybe next time ....

This place is in the middle of nowhere, where even the phone signal gives up. Plenty of parking along the sides of the road, and a quiet stroll to the impressive, imposing viaduct. There are information boards around to understand the history and sacrifice involved in building this structure.

This is a bit of a drive north from Settle but well worth it. Out onto the moor at the head of the Ribble Valley you come across Ribblehead Station and this magnificent viaduct. It was restored several years ago and now there is a regular service on the route. Its a nice walk across the moorland to the viaduct where you can get up close to the piers and admire the fantastic engineering and the fabulous views of the mountains around. Its a lovely walk, and well worth a visit.

This is a beautiful viaduct, the work that must have gone into building is mind blowing. I went for a run underneath it today and even though the weather was dull it was still a spectacular sight. Just be careful when you see lots of people loitering to see the steam train “coming over anytime soon”….. I waited an hour this afternoon and had to give up before it materialised (I was in running gear so wasn’t dressed for standing still 🤣) turns out it had been delayed for various reasons - ahh well, I’ll make sure I’m better dressed for a wait next time.

We stopped here on our way back to Lincoln from the Lake District! Admittedly we didn’t spend long here maybe 30-45 minutes but if you’re passing it’s definitely worth a visit. It’s so majestic and seems so large when you’re standing under it! A fine example of architecture.

Construction began in late 1869. It necessitated a large workforce, up to 2,300 men, most of whom lived in shanty towns set up near its base. Over 100 men lost their lives during its construction.

If you like your manmade structures / rail bridges, then this is a must. You can see it clearly from the road, but plenty of roadside parking near the pub and then it is a short walk down to the structure. It can also include a lovely 4 mile circular walk, which takes in the viaduct and the lovely surrounding countryside. The Station Inn is also a lovely place to eat / drink. Highly Recommended.