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🚂 Discover One of Britain’s Most Scenic Rail Journeys – Onboard the Diesel Service from Settle to Carlisle with Northern Rail

Step aboard a nostalgic diesel service and experience one of the UK’s most breathtaking railway adventures through the heart of the Yorkshire Dales and the Cumbrian Fells. This iconic 73-mile journey promises stunning landscapes, charming market towns, and historic engineering marvels – all from the comfort of your seat.

🌄 Why You’ll Love This Trip

🛤️ The Route

• Travel over the world-famous Ribblehead Viaduct, a jaw-dropping structure with 24 stone arches set against the dramatic backdrop of the Yorkshire moors.

• Glide through remote and beautiful countryside, including the rolling hills of the Dales and the rugged scenery of the Eden Valley.

• Pass through 14 tunnels and across 22 viaducts, each a triumph of Victorian engineering.

🚉 The Train

• Relax aboard a comfortable, classic diesel train operated by Northern Rail – perfect for those who enjoy a touch of railway heritage.

• Plenty of large windows for panoramic views – have your camera ready!

🏞️ Highlights Along the Way

• Settle – a picturesque market town and gateway to the Yorkshire Dales.

• Dent – the highest mainline station in England, standing at 1,150 feet.

• Appleby-in-Westmorland – a lovely Cumbrian town ideal for a lunch stop or gentle stroll.

• Carlisle – end your journey in a historic city near the Scottish border, home to a medieval castle and impressive cathedral.