Six Arches, Ackworth

The Six Arches is a railway viaduct in Ackworth, West Yorkshire, England, named after its design. It carries the Pontefract to Rotherham line over the River Went.[1] The actual construction date is unknown, but believed to be around 1880–1900.

Six Arches Viaduct

The line sees very limited use these days and a speed limit of 30mph is in force, probably to stop the mortar falling out.

Ackworth used to have a station, but it was shut down and demolished. The goods sheds still remain and have been converted into a private residence.

See also

References
  1. "Six Arches Viaduct". Graces Guide. Retrieved 21 April 2017.

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