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Cliff Railways, Lifts and Funiculars

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One of the most evocative reminders of Victorian ingenuity at the British seaside is the much-loved cliff lift. This simple method of transporting people up and down the cliff side has been a feature of our coast, and a few inland towns, for over 150 years and has recently undergone a renaissance at places as varied as the National Coal Mining Museum, Legoland and the Centre for Alternative Technology.The cliff lift, otherwise termed the cliff railway or tramway, is also known as a funicular railway. The word ‘funicular’ is defined as ‘of rope or tension’, in other words a cable-hauled railway or tramway. The lifts were directly descended from cable-hauled railways, prevalent in mines and quarries, but also early passenger lines, where an engine or winding gear hauled loads up steep slopes. The term ‘cliff lift’ also generally encompasses the elevator-type lifts that were erected at some resorts.This book illustrates, mainly in colour, all the principal cliff lifts and railways that have been built in the British Isles, along with associated cable tramways, since their inception in the Victorian age. In addition to featuring all the surviving lifts, this book includes others which are long gone, and serves as a fine record of these charming and unique structures.
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Martin Easdown is a long-time member of the National Piers Society and one of the acknowledged experts on British piers. He has written extensively on the history of piers, Britain's seaside and lost country houses in books, magazines and newspapers. He lives in Kent.

Reviews:

CLIFF RAILWAYS

K.W.F.,.F... · March 19, 2019

I have just received this book , so I am in the early stages of reading it . However , I find it pleasing to look at and some of the "lifts" are known to me , indeed I have ridden on one . I nice , colourful book , well written by a man who is obviously interested in the subject , as I am . The engineering attached to these " railways" is brilliantly simple and the rail-cars have certainly stood the test of time .

Cliff Lifts in Britain

M.P.W. · March 25, 2020

Keen to get this book as my name is Waygood and nearly half all the cliff lifts were made by R.Waygood, World leader in Lifts, Cranes, Elevators. Unfortunately they were going to merge with Otis of America,but were eventually purchased and run by Otis,now world number one in lifts etcThe book gave me a good insight into Waygood family history

Brief overview

T.B. · February 7, 2020

A brief illustrated rundown of all the funiculars and cliff lifts there have been in the UK (and the Isle of Man). Of the 12 surviving examples of funiculars, I have been on five, and also the now closed Folkestone Leas lift. Also included are two cable tramways, Matlock and Upper Douglas, but if those two, why not Highgate Hill, Hockley Hill or indeed Edinburgh?The histories and specification of each line are not very detailed, but it's a good enough overview, if rather overpriced.

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Type: Paperback

AED15029

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Imported From: United States

At BOLO, we work hard to ensure the products you receive are new, genuine, and sourced from reputable suppliers.

BOLO is not an authorized or official retailer for most brands, nor are we affiliated with manufacturers unless specifically stated on a product page. Instead, we source verified sellers, authorized distributors or directly from the manufacturer.

Each product undergoes thorough inspection and verification at our consolidation and fulfilment centers to ensure it meets our strict authenticity and quality standards before being shipped and delivered to you.

If you ever have concerns regarding the authenticity of a product purchased from us, please contact Bolo Support. We will review your inquiry promptly and, if necessary, provide documentation verifying authenticity or offer a suitable resolution.

Your trust is our top priority, and we are committed to maintaining transparency and integrity in every transaction.

All product information, images, descriptions, and reviews originate from the manufacturer or from trusted sellers overseas. BOLO is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or an authorized retailer for most brands listed on our website unless stated otherwise.

While we strive to display accurate information, variations in packaging, labeling, instructions, or formulation may occasionally occur due to regional differences or supplier updates. For detailed or manufacturer-specific information, please contact the brand directly or reach out to BOLO Support for assistance.

Unless otherwise stated, all prices displayed on the product page include applicable taxes and import duties.

BOLO operates in accordance with the laws and regulations of United Arab Emirates. Any items found to be restricted or prohibited for sale within the UAE will be cancelled prior to shipment. We take proactive measures to ensure that only products permitted for sale in United Arab Emirates are listed on our website.

All items are shipped by air, and any products classified as “Dangerous Goods (DG)” under IATA regulations will be removed from the order and cancelled.

All orders are processed manually, and we make every effort to process them promptly once confirmed. Products cancelled due to the above reasons will be permanently removed from listings across the website.

Description:

One of the most evocative reminders of Victorian ingenuity at the British seaside is the much-loved cliff lift. This simple method of transporting people up and down the cliff side has been a feature of our coast, and a few inland towns, for over 150 years and has recently undergone a renaissance at places as varied as the National Coal Mining Museum, Legoland and the Centre for Alternative Technology.The cliff lift, otherwise termed the cliff railway or tramway, is also known as a funicular railway. The word ‘funicular’ is defined as ‘of rope or tension’, in other words a cable-hauled railway or tramway. The lifts were directly descended from cable-hauled railways, prevalent in mines and quarries, but also early passenger lines, where an engine or winding gear hauled loads up steep slopes. The term ‘cliff lift’ also generally encompasses the elevator-type lifts that were erected at some resorts.This book illustrates, mainly in colour, all the principal cliff lifts and railways that have been built in the British Isles, along with associated cable tramways, since their inception in the Victorian age. In addition to featuring all the surviving lifts, this book includes others which are long gone, and serves as a fine record of these charming and unique structures.
Read more

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Martin Easdown is a long-time member of the National Piers Society and one of the acknowledged experts on British piers. He has written extensively on the history of piers, Britain's seaside and lost country houses in books, magazines and newspapers. He lives in Kent.

Reviews:

CLIFF RAILWAYS

K.W.F.,.F... · March 19, 2019

I have just received this book , so I am in the early stages of reading it . However , I find it pleasing to look at and some of the "lifts" are known to me , indeed I have ridden on one . I nice , colourful book , well written by a man who is obviously interested in the subject , as I am . The engineering attached to these " railways" is brilliantly simple and the rail-cars have certainly stood the test of time .

Cliff Lifts in Britain

M.P.W. · March 25, 2020

Keen to get this book as my name is Waygood and nearly half all the cliff lifts were made by R.Waygood, World leader in Lifts, Cranes, Elevators. Unfortunately they were going to merge with Otis of America,but were eventually purchased and run by Otis,now world number one in lifts etcThe book gave me a good insight into Waygood family history

Brief overview

T.B. · February 7, 2020

A brief illustrated rundown of all the funiculars and cliff lifts there have been in the UK (and the Isle of Man). Of the 12 surviving examples of funiculars, I have been on five, and also the now closed Folkestone Leas lift. Also included are two cable tramways, Matlock and Upper Douglas, but if those two, why not Highgate Hill, Hockley Hill or indeed Edinburgh?The histories and specification of each line are not very detailed, but it's a good enough overview, if rather overpriced.

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