Balder Viaduct
Looking up at the viaduct from close to the bed of the River Balder: had to scramble around to get into a position to take this as the woods are very overgrown.
The viaduct used to carry the Barnard Castle to Middleton in Teesdale branch line which closed in 1963, it is now part of the Tees Railway Walk.
Crossed this many times on train journies from Romaldkirk to “shop” in Barnard Castle also from Cotherstone to Mickleton in my last year of primary school… memories!!!
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Georgie Hart
Nice perspective, it looks awfully tall!
Paul Gregory replied
It is about 40 metres high. Thanks for your comment
J.K. York
impressive and imposing vantage point. you really get a sense of the mass of this structure. beautiful arches. well framed.
Paul Gregory replied
It is impressive but I am disappointed because of the “white” sky.
Ian Ker
Congratulations on being featured. in the County Durham Group. A just reward for all the scrambling to get in the right position for a great shot.