Kirkby Stephen East 1861 bridge restored
AN 1861-built bridge which provides a vantage point for operations on the Stainmore Railway at Kirkby Stephen East has had its northern span restored thanks to grant aid funding.
Work on the bridge, which has carried a key local footpath for 161 years in Kirkby Stephen, was financed by contributions from the Westmorland Dales Landscape Partnership Scheme (£3250), the Yorkshire Dales National
Park Authority’s Sustainable Development Fund (£3250), and Kirkby Stephen Town Council (£250).
Stainmore Railway Company’s director, Mike Thompson, said: “Their support and partnership in this project, which delivers a long-term benefit to the town, our railway, and the visitors who so much enjoy the landscape we all share is a shining example of the remarkable things that can be achieved when likeminded groups work together for the community.”
The company is providing a further £1000 and contributing volunteer labour.