Back to ResultsStodhart Tunnel, Hayfield Road
Street:
Hayfield Road
Parish:
Chapel en le Frith
District / London Borough:
High Peak
County:
Derbyshire
Region:
East Midlands
Listed Building Grade:
II*
Scheduled Monument:
No
Conservation Area:
N
Registered Park / Garden Grade:
Not registered
World Heritage Site:
No
Condition:
Poor
Occupancy:
N/A
Priority Category:
C
Previous Priority Category:
C
Ownership Type:
Private
Summary:
Tramway tunnel entrance, 1796. Considered to be the oldest surviving rail-related tunnel in the world. The tunnel is blocked beyond approximately 6 metres. Some stones are missing, repointing and vegetation removal is needed. Water is penetrating the tunnel roof and the attached walls are bowing due to tree roots. Repair and Presentation programme in preparation.
Contact:
Jon Humble, 01604 735455
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