Calstock Railway Viaduct, Tamar Valley Line
The 1908 concrete railway viaduct across the River Tamar at Calstock on the Tamar Valley Line in Cornwall/Kernow. The line used to run to Callington until 1966 when it was cut back to Gunnislake. A spectacular steam powered waggon lift once stood on the Cornish side.
Calstock - A Video Essay
Come and spend 10 minutes in Calstock, a beautiful English village in Cornwall (SW England) built on the banks of the River Tamar.
Calstock is historically a mining location in the 19th century, and is dominated by a mighty railway viaduct that used to take tin ore and lime from the hills down to Plymouth harbour on the coast.
Nowadays the village is home to fishing and tourism, and the most friendly people live and work there. You'll meet them in the video messing about on or besides the river throughout the day!
You'll also take a railway trip across the viaduct looking down on the village, then listen in to the great sounds from the strangest instruments (like pipes and shopping trollies) coming from the village's youth percusison club who meet outside the village hall just next to the river.
You'll also see the Monarch, the world's smallest paddle steamer which was being used for filming by a TV company when we stayed in Calstock.
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Occasionally I depart from London landscapes when I take the HD camera on a holiday or work trip and find the location so beautiful and picturesque that it's worth adding non-London content to this channel.
Filmed between 24-28 May 2010 in HD1080; edited in iMovie'09 in HD1080 end exported at 18Mbps H.264 video/192Kbps AAC audio retaining that resolution except for slight image stabilisation during the train journey, and severe stabilisation (with strange visual effects!) during the percussion club sequence, when the resulting image details are softer.
Places to see in ( Gunnislake - UK )
Places to see in ( Gunnislake - UK )
Gunnislake is a large village in east Cornwall, England, United Kingdom. It is situated in the Tamar Valley approximately ten miles north of Plymouth Gunnislake is in the civil parish of Calstock and is close to Cornwall's border with Devon which follows the course of the River Tamar. It has an electoral ward in its own name which includes much of Calstock and the surrounding area. The population at the 2011 census was 4,574.
The village has a history of mining although this industry is no longer active in the area. During the mining boom in Victorian times more than 7000 people were employed in the mines of the Tamar Valley. During this period Gunnislake was held in equal standing amongst the richest mining areas in Europe
There has recently been discovered a significant Roman fort on the outskirts of Calstock, the largest known Roman site in Cornwall and the famous painting by Turner 'Crossing the Brook' exhibited in 1815 is in fact a view of Newbridge. Newbridge was built c. 1520: it is 182 feet long and has seven arches. It is built of large regular granite blocks and is considered by Sir Nikolaus Pevsner to be the best of the Cornish granite bridges.
Gunnislake's development was primarily due to the dramatic increase in mining and industrial activity in the nineteenth century. Mining provided around 7000 jobs at its peak in 1862. Most mining activity ceased in the late nineteenth century which has bequeathed interest for archaeologists and students of industrial heritage. As well as mining, other industry such as brickworks and quarries were present. Nearby, locations such as Kit Hill, Morwellham Quay, Cotehele and Calstock were mined and quarried and the Tamar was used for transporting the raw material obtained from the works. Arsenic was produced at Greenhill, Gunnislake until at least 1930.
The area is mainly residential with a small handful of businesses ranging from pubs to garages and small shops. Gunnislake is located in the Tamar Valley designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, though some recent industrial development has been attempted and achieved. Within early 2006 Hingston Down Quarry installed a new asphalt production tower which is easily noticeable as it is proud of the skyline of Gunnislake.
Gunnislake railway station is the northern terminus of the Tamar Valley Line, which connects the villages of the Tamar valley with the city of Plymouth. (See also Plymouth, Devonport and South Western Junction Railway.) Gunnislake is now the terminus of the line but until 1966 it continued north to Callington. In 1994 the station was resited to remove a low road bridge. Contentiously debated in the local press, the future of Gunnislake's rail-link with Plymouth has, in recent years, come under threat by the proposed re-establishment of a disused railway line between Tavistock and Plymouth.
( Gunnislake - UK ) is well know as a tourist destination because of the variety of places you can enjoy while you are visiting Gunnislake . Through a series of videos we will try to show you recommended places to visit in Gunnislake - UK
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Bere Alston Station, Tamar Valley Line
The junction for the line across the Calstock Viaduct to Gunnislake in Cornwall off what was the main line to London via Okehampton. The line used to run to Callington until 1966.
Cornwall - Calstock Tamar Valley
Calstock, am River Tamar, wird von der imposanten Eisenbahnbrücke über das Tamar Valley beherrscht. Der River Tamar bildet zudem die Grenze zwischen den Grafschaften Cornwall und Devon. Er mündet bei Plymouth in den Ärmelkanal.
Ein beschaulicher Ort, der keinerlei Aufgeregtheit vermittelt - wir kommen bestimmt nochmals dorthin zurück . . .
09.06.2014
Calstock
A video about Calstock, Cornwall, England, UK, a small town and my home for 5 month. And I really miss this town, this country and the people!
Especially Cotehele! (next to Calstock)
Sorry for the bad quality, it was just a small camera :/
Videos: Karatepony
Music: Rose's Theme - Murray Gold (Doctor Who Soundtrack)
Great Western Railway | Tamar Valley | Plymouth to Calstock
Tamar Valley Line, August 2019, Part 1: Plymouth - Gunnislake
One of the most spectacular aspects of the Great Western Railway network is the sheer number of branch lines, and the spectacular scenery they pass through. In this new series we explore a number of Great Western Branch Lines, starting with the Tamar Valley Line. Running for 14 miles from Plymouth to Gunnislake the Tamar Valley line follows the River Tamar for much of its route, including the incredible Calstock Viaduct. Departing from Plymouth, we follow the route of the Cornish Mainline, diverging off onto the branch line just before St Budeaux Victoria Road. Crossing the Tavy Bridge we continue to Bere Ferrers and Bere Alston, where the train reverses direction, and crosses the 120 feet tall Calstock Viaduct before arriving at Calstock station, and the final stretch to Gunnislake station, where Part 1 concludes.
Videos from my exploration of the Great Western Branchlines will be uploaded every Saturday at 1800, hit subscribe to make sure you don't miss any!
Calstock, Cornwall
Panoramic shot of River Tamar and Calstock town and viaduct. Sunday 21 August 2011.
Calstock to Cotehele - Part One
River Trip
Exploring the Tamar Valley Branch Line - Part 3 - Disaster
My journey continues as I explore Bere Ferrars and move onto Bere Alston across country.
DMU Class 150 Tamar Valley Line
The Tamar Valley Line used to run as far as Callington but now terminates at Gunnislake. It runs from Plymouth (North Road) to Gunnislake via Bere Alston (Junction) It was opened in 1908 by the PD&SWJR and joined the mainline at Bere Alston (from Gunnislake) the mainline was leased from the PD&SWJR by the L&SWR. This film shows the unmanned crossing of the Calstock Church cutting and Calstock Station(I had to cut the film on Calstock Station due to some children pulling faces which makes the Guard look to vanish). This was once of narrow gauge (ECMR) built to haul Silver,Tin and lead. Note the famous viaduct. The line climbs 400 feet from Calstock to Gunnislake. Notice the hot DMU brakes at the drop to the church cutting. I've thrown in some DMU's Running the ex GWR mainline (Cornwall) too.
Harvesting Time in the Tamar Valley
A short video containing oral histories from market gardening families in the Tamar Valley in East Cornwall, historic images and recollections of market gardening in the early and mid twentieth century. The film also contains a short piece on mining the Valley, focusing on the emigration of miners around the world.
The film was made as part of the 'Harvesting Time' project, organised by the Tamar Valley AONB. 'Harvesting Time' was a sub-project of 'Cordiale', a partnership project between the Tamar Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, other AONBs in the South West and equivalent protected landscapes in Normandy and Brittany. Cordiale was selected under the European Cross-border Cooperation Programme INTERREG IV A France (Channel) -- England, co-funded by the ERDF.
For more information on the project click here:
The Tamar Valley, Cornwall, a video guide
A short video guide to The Tamar Valley in Cornwall, a wide wooded river valley.
Reaching from Bodmin Moor to Dartmoor, from the beaches of East Cornwall, to the towns of West Devon, the area is dotted with ancient mines, Tudor houses, stunning gardens, and rivers.
You'll find fishing, mining heritage, sailing, gardens, art, canoeing, and eating out all along the River Tamar, from North Cornwall down past Plymouth to the Rame Peninsula.
Publisher: Visit Cornwall
Producer: SoundView Media
Beautiful film about the Tamar Trails
Our beautiful new film showcasing the trails and all the activities you can enjoy there from walking and mountain biking to Tree Surfing, archery and canoeing. The Tamar Trails Centre is in Gulworthy, near Tavistock on the Devon and Cornwall border, just 30 mins from Plymouth.
Calstock viaduct
A short video filmed on my Smartphone pressed against the window of the 1054 train from Plymouth on 3/10/18 during the crossing over the wonderful 1908 concrete viaduct, the longest such concrete structure in the UK.
The viaduct provides stunning views of the River Tamar which is the border between Devon and Cornwall, and a lovely panorama of the Tamar valley and the picturesque Cornish village of Calstock.
Haunted History of ~Calstock~Cornwall~ England
Calstock is a civil parish and a large village in south east Cornwall, England, United Kingdom, on the border with Devon. The village is situated on the River Tamar Mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086 (most of the land belonged to a brother of William the Conqueror), the Parish has had a long and chequered history. For much of the time, its prosperity was linked to agriculture, mining and quarrying and its location on the banks of the River Tamar. The building of the railway, and its spectacular arched bridge, played a part in the early 20th Century.
There is evidence of human settlement in Calstock from Roman, or pre-Roman times, settlers attracted by the rich source of minerals, such as tin, in the area. A Roman fort, only the third known in Cornwall, was discovered next to the church in 2008.Calstock Roman Fort Dig 2011 here
In Saxon times Calstock was in the Kingdom of Cornwall, which resisted the spread of Wessex from the east. In 838 CE Wessex had spread as far as the Tamar, and a battle for independence was fought near Calstock
Mining was important in Calstock from Mediaeval times, with the Duchy mining silver. The industry was booming in the late 19th century, and the discovery of copper, coupled with nearby granite quarrying, made Calstock a busy port. The rapid population boom due to the growth of industry led, in 1849, to an outbreak of cholera. The industry declined in the early 20th century due to foreign competition, and now only the ruined pump houses that dot the landscape remain.In the 1970's it was reported that a road leading to Calstock is said to be haunted by a group of miners wearing old fashioned outfits and carrying candles are often seen .
Boot Inn in Calstock has reported a a number of strange events that have took place at the pub, whose building dates back to 1662. Among the events taking place were an unexplained loud bang's, the sound of glass bottles being banged together and lights mysteriously being turned on plus the feeling of being touched or poked in the back. One night the landlord went to shut the door but was unable to as he found ’someone’ pushing against it.
The church St Andrew's Church, Calstock is said to have been consecrated about 1290. Nothing obvious remains of this period, but the pillars and arches to the north of the centre aisle of the present building are early 14th century. About 1420 the south aisle was added, and the whole church re-roofed. Gravestones can be found which record deaths from mining and other industrial accidents.
Danescombe Valley Mine Buildings is in the civil parish of Calstock in the hamlet named Albaston.
A courageous conversion has made the engine house of a former mine a lovely and interesting Landmark. Standing by a stream in a steep wooded valley leading down to the Tamar, the mine worked on and off from 1822 to 1900.here
LOTS MORE PHOTOS OF DANESCOMBE MINE HERE
Music ~Corridor~Purple Planet Music
Views of The Tamar Valley in Cornwall
A short film showcasing aerial shots and waterside views of The Tamar Valley in Cornwall.
Featuring: Saltash, The Tamar Bridge, The River Tamar, Calstock, Halton Quay, Torpoint, Launceston, Cotehele, Cargreen, St Germans
The Tamar Valley is a wide wooded river valley reaching from Bodmin Moor to Dartmoor, from the beaches of East Cornwall, to the towns of West Devon, dotted with ancient mines, Tudor houses, stunning gardens, and rivers to explore and fish.
You'll find fishing, mining heritage, sailing, gardens, art, canoeing, and eating out all along the River Tamar.
Publisher: Visit Cornwall
Producer: SoundView Media
Almost Got Lost! - Cotehele to Calstock: CORNISH WALK
Join us today as we explore Calstock on the Tamar River a most tranquil walk!
Our walk starts at Cotetele and we wonder up to Calstock. The Tamar Valley was known for the large quantities of tin and copper that were mined nearby. It was also a centre for lime production with several lime kilns still preserved today.
The fertile plains of the River Tamar were perfect for fruit and flower production in this area.
All of these goods were transported down the River Tamar to markets, including Covent garden in London. There are still a few glass houses in the valley producing plants and flowers.
On the return journey, we follow the head of the valley, discover a church with a most interesting fact, before returning to Calstock.
Morwellham Quay and the Tamar Valley
This video is an upgrade of a previous video of Morwellham Quay and the Tamar Valley.