The Abandoned HEWENDEN Viaduct - What Remains?

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  • Опубліковано 23 гру 2024

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  • @Terry.W
    @Terry.W Рік тому +21

    I love these walk along old railway lines ...but I always feel a touch of sadness at what has gone sometimes forever..

  • @boogiebear3027
    @boogiebear3027 Рік тому +16

    Those fade throughs to the old photographs were lined up perfectly. That must have taken so much care and precision. What a lovely, uplifting video, thank you 😊

    • @dancedecker
      @dancedecker Рік тому +7

      It's what Darren has become famous for.
      Absolutely precise "fade ins and outs".
      Meticulous details and research too, that his fade ins demonstrate.

    • @JP_TaVeryMuch
      @JP_TaVeryMuch Рік тому +2

      And in the new ident

    • @boogiebear3027
      @boogiebear3027 Рік тому +2

      @@JP_TaVeryMuch He's a professional dude 😉

    • @mrsgenehunt48
      @mrsgenehunt48 Рік тому +4

      Nobody does it like Darren

    • @dancedecker
      @dancedecker Рік тому +4

      @@mrsgenehunt48 Agreed

  • @Design2winLew
    @Design2winLew Рік тому +8

    It's good to see old railway infrastructure being persevered and used rather than blown up or buried . Great vid Darren .

  • @craigsouthwell
    @craigsouthwell Рік тому +7

    The drone footage was absolutely breathtaking. Brilliant video as ever!

  • @Steve_Wardley_G6JEF
    @Steve_Wardley_G6JEF Рік тому +5

    Ooo Darren, you're teasing us with summer video's in the depths of our winter. Great footage as ever, fantastic transition shots too.

  • @mrsgenehunt48
    @mrsgenehunt48 Рік тому +5

    Superb as always. The music makes you feel nostalgic too. It's a great one. Thanks Darren

  • @rontanser9369
    @rontanser9369 Рік тому +5

    That is a very beautiful viaduct we marvel at them now but I wonder if it wasn’t there and someone proposed it be built now we probably call it an eyesore

  • @mcmarky1985
    @mcmarky1985 Рік тому +4

    Awesome video thankyou so much for sharing we don't get anything like that here in Norfolk! Love the drone work and the ghost image. Will definitely visit when I'm in the area!

  • @MrChrisBarker
    @MrChrisBarker Рік тому +6

    Great stuff. Documentary quality, fantastic location. Enigmatic host. You should be very proud of your work. I do love me a viaduct. It's not all about Ribblehead.. 👍

  • @familylife3624
    @familylife3624 Рік тому +8

    Definitely not been filmed today Darren , weather looks grand on the video , raining cats and dogs today just over the hill in Thornton
    Another great little video , keep up the good work

    • @DrivermanO
      @DrivermanO Рік тому

      And all the trees were in full leaf! June/July maybe?

    • @AdventureMe
      @AdventureMe  Рік тому

      June I filmed this

  • @grahamhall8249
    @grahamhall8249 Рік тому +3

    I love your photo overshoots, they're brilliant.

  • @dancedecker
    @dancedecker Рік тому +7

    Happy new year Darren and thank you for yet another excellent video, with your now trade mark, exactly bang on, fade in and out.
    Whilst it being excellent that the viaduct still exists and is seemingly in good basic condition, it is always viewed by me at least, with a twinge of sadness that all that work of all those "navvies", is now just serving the odd cyclist or luminous green jogger, rather than the 16.28 to Keighley.
    But excellent video nonetheless.
    Cheers.

  • @nirgunapa56
    @nirgunapa56 5 місяців тому

    Having been partly responsible for getting the Nine Arch Viaduct at Tredegar converted into a walking and cycling route I can advise that structures like this, whether listed or not, are subject to annual visual inspections and every 10 years are subject to a full engineering inspection. To respond to littlemissy2883 it will be the owners of the viaducts that decide to demolish them and NOT 'the Council'. This was often done for a combination of expense to maintain/restore and public safety. In the case of the Nine Arches the owners were the British Rail Residuary Body - responsible for all old BR land and structures. The Nine Arches is now owned by Sustrans having been sold for £1. And the overflow channel from a reservoir is called a spillway - sorry to nitpick. These are excellent videos - I am really enjoying them. Thank you.

  • @colinwhitley5778
    @colinwhitley5778 Рік тому +5

    Hi Darren, fantastic video as always and it is such a lovely place to walk with amazing views. The thing that surprised me is when reading the information about it that when it was being built the only casualty was a workman who broke their leg - amazing that was the only casualty considering at that time things like H&S wasn't around as such unlike today

  • @shirleylynch7529
    @shirleylynch7529 Рік тому

    Stunningly beautiful. The viaduct is amazing. The music hauntingly spellbinding as you watch your footage. Brilliant Darren. Wow. Thank you.

  • @a11csc
    @a11csc Рік тому +2

    lovely drone footage darren

  • @MostlyLoveOfMusic
    @MostlyLoveOfMusic Рік тому +2

    At least this beautiful structure is still open to the public

  • @neilwilkins7686
    @neilwilkins7686 Рік тому +2

    Another great video, thanks Darren

  • @malcolmrichardson3881
    @malcolmrichardson3881 Рік тому +3

    Stunning views of an amazing structure. Good to see it is use again. Well done and thank you.

  • @frogandspanner
    @frogandspanner Рік тому +3

    Stone viaducts enhance the landscape - they look as though time itself has etched them from their surroundings.

  • @hollimurray8856
    @hollimurray8856 Рік тому +4

    Brilliant video!!! Great to have them back!!

  • @andybbeck2043
    @andybbeck2043 Рік тому +3

    allways super and greatly presented Darren happy new year

  • @christelbraune4530
    @christelbraune4530 7 місяців тому

    Herrlich anzusehen 😍. Eine wunderschöne Aussicht.
    Thank you Darren

  • @andyrichardsvideovlogs8835
    @andyrichardsvideovlogs8835 Рік тому +1

    The sag on the viaduct is very noticeable, I spotted it instantly just before you referred to it in commentary. Awesome video and drone footage. Great video, Darren 👍

  • @peterhill7846
    @peterhill7846 Рік тому +2

    Really great piece on The Viaduct. Those shots with the trains on there were perfect; just as I remember them. Your drone shots did what I always wanted to do when we walked underneath the arches.

  • @lindseykaine-walley6339
    @lindseykaine-walley6339 Рік тому +1

    Another fine video Darren, exploring and hunting for Railway clues. Its like we are in your top pocket seeing things with you, it's that good. Never a dull moment our friend. Can't wait for the next trip out

  • @KeithHambidge
    @KeithHambidge Рік тому +1

    Great drone footage
    The views from the viaduct were stunning

  • @theBusManiac
    @theBusManiac Рік тому +2

    Great video mate. I live 10 minutes away and love walking it and I think this video does it justice.
    9:13 is Thornton viaduct though.

  • @littlemissy2883
    @littlemissy2883 Рік тому +5

    It's a good job they made these viaducts listed buildings otherwise the local councils would've pulled them down

    • @seemorebeer2848
      @seemorebeer2848 Рік тому

      *correct Darren, just for the hell of it,like all philistines ! 😡

  • @dread7299
    @dread7299 Рік тому

    Wow, your video on the disused Queensbury Lines was truly mesmerizing. Watching the footage of the Hewenden Viaduct, it brought back memories of my grandad who used to work as a construction worker on these lines. He had some incredible stories and photographs from his time building the viaduct and other structures on the lines. It's amazing to see these historic structures still standing today and I really appreciate the effort you put into showcasing their history and beauty. It's always fascinating to learn about the past and I look forward to seeing more of your adventure videos. Keep up the good work.

  • @JP_TaVeryMuch
    @JP_TaVeryMuch Рік тому +1

    Like the cut-through your expensive looking new ident to what we're about to see. I'm not sure how you can top it. Very nice indeed.
    Content’s none too shabby neither.

  • @shirleysmith1713
    @shirleysmith1713 Рік тому +1

    Absolutely breathtaking Darren. Thanks for showing 👍🏻

  • @davidberlanny3308
    @davidberlanny3308 Рік тому +3

    Great video, loved old photos especially the one showing the viaduct under construction. Happy New Year Darren!!

  • @martinmarsola6477
    @martinmarsola6477 Рік тому +5

    Thank you for the “trip back in time”, Darren! Always a pleasant experience to travel through. Enjoy the week ahead, and all the best in 2023 for you and, of course “Barney”! Cheers mate! ❤😊

  • @craigsmith3734
    @craigsmith3734 Рік тому

    Great video. Awesome drone shots. I live in Cullingworth and it takes my breath away every time I see the viaduct. You can walk underneath it too. It's a spectacular sight.

  • @shaunwest3612
    @shaunwest3612 Рік тому +2

    Great video Darren, beautiful scenery and lovely drone shots👌😀👍

  • @davegb99
    @davegb99 Рік тому +2

    Great video. Have walked over there numerous times and used to play on the viaduct as a kid just after the rails were lifted. Had a school friend who lived in one of the station cottages.
    Hopefully when you got to Cullingworth you managed to find the big concrete station sign that is in the school playground.

    • @JP_TaVeryMuch
      @JP_TaVeryMuch Рік тому +1

      Lucky you. I just had the occasional plate-layers hut to snog in on the (already lifted) Strawberry Line.

  • @ianlamb9606
    @ianlamb9606 Рік тому +3

    Great video Darren, hope you had a Happy New Year.

  • @merrytrek
    @merrytrek Рік тому

    Nice relaxing video. Oh for warm summer days.
    From what I've read the viaduct was only built because Bradford Corporation wouldn't allow GNR to build the easier route skirting the western edge of the reservoir which would have affected Bradford's main water source at the time, Manywells Spring.
    The spring's location is by the bushes which can be seen just above the middle of the western side of the reservoir at 6:07 in the video. The water was piped off to the Chellow Dene reservoirs.

  • @christelbraune4530
    @christelbraune4530 Рік тому +1

    A gorgeous Video. And the drinking water Reserve is brimming. Have you already prepared in the Sommer, very nice.
    Thank you Darren 👍

    • @merrytrek
      @merrytrek Рік тому

      That reservoir is not for drinking water, it was built to ensure reliable water levels in the stream to power mills downstream after springs which originally fed the beck were diverted to provide drinking water for Bradford.
      I have never seen the water levels change (no more mills).

  • @gevetsrm
    @gevetsrm Рік тому

    My wife and I had a few days on the K&WVR back in the summer of 2021 and went out and walked a few bits of the Great Northern Trail including this fantastic viaduct

  • @douglasthompson296
    @douglasthompson296 Рік тому

    Hi Darren, a 👍👍👍 up. Great drone shot of you waving to yourself too 😎 Cheers DougT, VM and Mrs Warboy

  • @nigelkthomas9501
    @nigelkthomas9501 Рік тому +2

    Absolutely fantastic! I was just thinking this would be a great place to take the drone. Well done and well presented.

  • @LRYT22
    @LRYT22 Рік тому +1

    Amazing shots 👏

  • @hoppinonabronzeleg9477
    @hoppinonabronzeleg9477 Рік тому +1

    Absolutely fantastic Darren! You are right about the slight dip in one of the parapets. I was looking for it in all pics, you can see it on the Western side at the Cullingworth end, it could be something as daft as the masons who built it being very religious, putting in a deliberate flaw as subservience to God, I have heard the subsoil below was very soft, and they had to sink the foundations super super deep!
    HOABL

  • @bryan3550
    @bryan3550 Рік тому

    On the Money, Darren!
    Simply the best viaduct drone shots EVER...
    As for your dissolves: I'm speechless!
    Well done mate! 🙃

  • @anthonyellis987
    @anthonyellis987 Рік тому

    Happy 2023. I love these videos and the viaduct is beautiful.

  • @ffrancrogowski2192
    @ffrancrogowski2192 Рік тому

    A very well constructed viaduct, by the look of it Darren. it's quite amazing how they ever got the stonework to perfection, when on a curve. Great drone footage and some great old photos including the then and now scenes. Many thanks for this video.

  • @lynnballington8467
    @lynnballington8467 Рік тому +4

    Hello Darren how are you and Barney happy new year hope that you had a good Christmas and New year love the video very interested best wishes take care stay safe xx

    • @AdventureMe
      @AdventureMe  Рік тому +3

      Happy new year! We are both very well.

  • @raymondlee4767
    @raymondlee4767 Рік тому

    Great video Darren like the blend of old pictures to how it looks today. Nice one

  • @hosjog
    @hosjog 10 місяців тому

    Hi just watched all your Great Northern Trail/railway videos, found them all very informative and fascinating,thankyou, i can tell a lot of hard work must have gone into making these videos but it has been appreciated,
    kind regards G

  • @mariemcbride3918
    @mariemcbride3918 9 місяців тому

    Where I live I've lost two stone in last 6 months walking on that daily few minute walk from my home ❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @chrismccartney8668
    @chrismccartney8668 Рік тому

    Great to see it reused rather than being knocked down

  • @rickparkinmoto
    @rickparkinmoto Рік тому

    Lovely drone footage, and another viaduct to add to my summer visit list!

  • @richardfrancis3325
    @richardfrancis3325 Рік тому +3

    Like the merging shots and drone footage was brilliant do you use a dji ?

  • @nigelgladwell1783
    @nigelgladwell1783 Рік тому +1

    happy new year to love the content looking forward in 2023

  • @David-R-Hall
    @David-R-Hall Рік тому +3

    Looks like a lovely place to take the doggies for a walk when the weather improves. Can you suggest a good place to park up Darren?

    • @AdventureMe
      @AdventureMe  Рік тому +2

      Yeah there's ample parking right at the end of the viaduct.

    • @David-R-Hall
      @David-R-Hall Рік тому +1

      @@AdventureMe cheers Darren 👍🏻
      Great vlog btw, as always your photo fades are stunning and really bring it all back to life.

  • @jetcat120
    @jetcat120 Рік тому +3

    The Viaduct looks like the Larpool Viaduct in Whitby.

  • @benmarshall787
    @benmarshall787 Рік тому

    Hi Darren, just caught up with the Hewenden Viaduct film.
    I think you and Andrew (nth yks wanderer) have been locked in your editing suites over Christmas and New Year.
    Your drone work and the music were excellent, the area looks lovely, you've done a cracking job. The new "lilt" music was very folky and I liked it.
    With regards to the sagging bit, I'm sure it's safe too, but as ever with these massive pieces of engineering, they are not kept up with for free. That's no blight on Sustrans (as our part of the s.v gway has had some major grounds maintenance done and looks v smart, it's just that if any of these sites did collapse, would they replace them like for like?
    To change the subject over to Leeds, the "cut off" Bridge adjacent to Whitehall Road and the Iron Bridge has had some fancy stairs put on but they've been clad with what looks like corragated tin roof material, the buildings are sprouting up all around there, and in my eyes the truck lift building in between the new buildings looks swamped. Perhaps it should have been moved?
    Anyway sorry to go on, great great work, look forward as ever to the next one.
    Ben 👍🚌🚍✊🇺🇦🇬🇧

  • @lainydepp
    @lainydepp Рік тому +1

    Amazing 👊❤

  • @paulspickernell6875
    @paulspickernell6875 Рік тому

    Great vid Darren, really loved that one, nice one

  • @francoisworld9924
    @francoisworld9924 Рік тому

    The lovely music is back x

  • @leecollett8522
    @leecollett8522 9 місяців тому

    Great videos . Hopefully you will head towards cullingworth then Keighley in another video 😊

  • @gamerunner9632
    @gamerunner9632 Рік тому +2

    Cool video

  • @andykopgod
    @andykopgod Рік тому

    Absolutely stunning and well done on the fantastic drone footage 👏👏👏, wish i had a head for heights, not sure id be brave enough 🙈😆👏

  • @Andrewjg_89
    @Andrewjg_89 Рік тому

    Very nice. I like how you explained in this video and the viaduct is beautiful.

  • @suesmith4366
    @suesmith4366 Рік тому

    Loved watching this Darren 😎

  • @wetdogFBK
    @wetdogFBK Рік тому

    Another great video Darren, liking the fades 🚂

  • @JP_TaVeryMuch
    @JP_TaVeryMuch Рік тому

    Okay, you got me.
    What on earth is that archy thing umm overarching the loco and reaching down the embankment/hill at 08:08?
    I'm in a right state... trying to work it out. Or should I just get glasses‽
    I did need glasses. It's a scratch on the plate or negative.
    Whoops! Zoom and ye shall find, I guess.
    Yours in admiration,
    Albert Thyme-Waster Esq.

  • @Wedgedoow
    @Wedgedoow Рік тому

    Lovely video as usual, very nostalgic. Your the absolute master of p ho to fade.

  • @jetsons101
    @jetsons101 Рік тому +1

    Darren, not to ask a silly question but why is there a thick pier and then four thinner piers then back to a thick pier for the length of the viaduct? The beautiful countryside and summer day really compliments the viaduct.

    • @JP_TaVeryMuch
      @JP_TaVeryMuch Рік тому +2

      It's not a siily question and I'm jumping in, if I may.
      The straightforward answer is because of the uniform radius of the curve of this beautiful viaduct. The regular thicker piers serve to push back against the forces wanting to push out of the "circle" especially when there's a load like a couple of heavy trains running across it.
      I'm sure that others know the more technical terms, but for the moment I am forced to finish blathering and hope that this helps.

    • @jetsons101
      @jetsons101 Рік тому +2

      @@JP_TaVeryMuch Thanks for info. Feel free to "jump in" whenever you want. It is a open forum. LOL

  • @oddsandwindsocks5905
    @oddsandwindsocks5905 Рік тому +1

    What a beautiful viaduct Darren. So nice it's not been knocked down. But please tell me what the resess are for in the walls .

    • @peterstudley1804
      @peterstudley1804 Рік тому

      Recess or refuge's are built into railway tunnels and viaducts so linesmen/permanent way could stand out the way of passing trains.

    • @oddsandwindsocks5905
      @oddsandwindsocks5905 Рік тому +1

      @@peterstudley1804 thankyou

  • @showmanpete2805
    @showmanpete2805 Рік тому

    great vid Daz keem em coming

  • @stevetrotter1286
    @stevetrotter1286 8 місяців тому

    Brilliant man 😊

  • @lukodianfamily5602
    @lukodianfamily5602 Рік тому +1

    Watching it on VR ..... wow

  • @pauljohnson4525
    @pauljohnson4525 Рік тому

    Fantastic video

  • @Bahamas-rd8le
    @Bahamas-rd8le 11 місяців тому

    Hi Darren, loved the video, just wondering when you’ll continue the journey down to Keighley? As well as having an incredibly keen interest in this line, I live in Cullingworth and would love to know more about local history

    • @AdventureMe
      @AdventureMe  11 місяців тому +1

      I will at somepoint. I don't like to leave something unfinished.

    • @Bahamas-rd8le
      @Bahamas-rd8le 11 місяців тому

      @@AdventureMe thanks for the reply, glad to hear you’ll get round to it at some point 👍

  • @barrieshepherd7694
    @barrieshepherd7694 Рік тому +1

    Magnificent video Darren - I would say this is one of your best marriages of static, drone and fade pictures along with music ever. Thanks so much for putting the time in to capture edit and mix this. It goes into my best of railway videos box! 😎
    As an indication I think your 'amature production' is only a knats whisker behind my all time favourite ua-cam.com/video/EsyyJaX0j3Y/v-deo.html which took many months of operational planning, helicopter authorisation and hours of editing! The music is by Vangelis BTW.

  • @nicklowe536
    @nicklowe536 Рік тому

    Padded to my list of rides to do thank you for sharing