Rise and Fall of Ilfracombe Station | Walking Britain's Lost Railways

Rob Bell takes to Ilfracombe to explore the rise and sharp decline of the town's station, revealing the engineering feats and forgotten stories. How did this railway shape this wild landscape? Walking Britain's Lost Railways S03 E01 00:00 — Ilfracombe’s Railway Dream Begins 04:25 — A Line Built Through Relentless Terrain 08:45 — Slade Tunnel and Early Success 13:00 — Morthoe Station’s Wartime Role 17:10 — Braunton Burrows and D-Day Rehearsals 21:25 — Ilfracombe Station and the Atlantic Express 25:45 — George Newnes Transforms the Coast 30:00 — Chelfham Viaduct and Narrow Gauge Lines 34:15 — Lynton and Barnstaple Railway Reborn 39:00 — The Cliff Railway That Still Runs Today History obsessed? Dive into Banijay History’s latest videos for your fix of the most captivating tales from the past. Your next historical adventure awaits! 🏰📜    • Portsmouth's Military Legacy | Britain's M...      • The Carnegie Brothers’ Feud Over Steel | A...      • The Rise of Heinz | American Dynasty   Join Rob Bell as he uncovers the hidden stories of Britain's lost railways, exploring the landscapes and histories shaped by a vanished network. This series goes beyond trains, delving into the nation's past, the transformative impact of the railways, and the new worlds born from their remnants. It's a journey through the tracks that once connected the heart of Great Britain. Journey through history with Walking Britain's Lost Railways and more. Explore our playlists to rediscover the forgotten tracks, stories, and landscapes of Britain's railway heritage.    • Playlist      • Ancient Egypt | Banijay History      • Mythical Beasts | Documentary | Banijay Hi...   Welcome to Banijay History, the ultimate destination for history buffs and enthusiasts! Our YouTube channel features an extensive collection of history documentaries, historical TV series, and full-length history documentary series that cover everything from ancient history to military history and beyond. Subscribe to our channel today and be the first to watch our full-length history documentaries and historical TV series. Don't miss out on the best historical TV shows and history documentaries – click on this link    / @banijayhistory   to subscribe now! #documentaries #historydocumentary #historychannel Uncover the stories that shaped our world. Watch our best videos now on Banijay History! 📜🌍    • Nazi Gold in Bavarian Alps - Hunting Nazi ...      • The Evidence of Noah's Ark - Forbidden His...      • Vatican Secrets Revealed - Forbidden Histo...   Do you enjoy fascinating stories from history? Then our Crime channel has just what you need! Check out our top picks from Banijay Crime for a deep dive into the most captivating tales. 🕵️‍♂️🔍    • Married to a CIA Hitman? | Who The BLEEP D...      • Jermaine Wright’s Fight for Freedom | Deat...      • How Mark Hofmann Fooled Everyone | Who The...   Ready to explore beyond just history? Dive deeper with Banijay and uncover the stories that shape our world. Your adventure across genres starts here! 🌍🔬📜    / @banijayscience      / @banijaybluelight      / @banijayengine      / @britishhomeshub      / @banijayreality      / @banijaydocumentaries      / @banijaywild      / @banijayadventure      / @banijayfood      / @thelaughtrackofficial      / @banijaycrime      / @banijaydeals      / @banijayart