The Walk - EP 118 - Lost Railways Of The Isle of Wight - Walking The Bembridge Branch
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- Опубликовано: 18 июн 2024
- Hello all!
I am back down on the south coast of England, on the Isle of Wight for another disused railway explore.
This time I'll be walking the two and a half mile branch line from Brading, on the main Island line between Ryde and Ventnor, and the small coastal village of Bembridge.
The village of Brading is now a couple of miles in land, but up until the mid 1800s, it was a harbour town, with Brading harbour being the most busy on the island.
But then came the reclaimation project, that pushed the harbour further out towards St Helens, and Bembridge, and allowed the railway to be constructed, and completed in 1882.
Unfortunately the line was closed in 1953 to passengers, and ultimately to goods in 1957.
Join me as I take a stroll through the beautiful countryside, and coastal trackbed of what would have been an absolutely stunning little railway.
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I like your ideas Gareth, for boosting the Isle of Wight tourism, .. of restoring it into a heritage island, with steam railways, ..
I'd probably move back if they did to be fair!
@@IckeWalks I think i'd consider it too Gareth, i've had a couple of holidays in Isle of Wight, which were great & yes Isle of Wight is a beautiful place but i'd love to travel around it on steam railways, .. as well as walking & cycling, ..
Another terrific walk, with stunning aerial photography. Thanks, Gareth!
@@Leggg cheers made
Grew up on the IOW in the 1970s and early 1980s. Love your Island walks.✌
Another quality video, really enjoy the style.
I'm from the island and find myself watching many of your other videos.
How they don't get more views is a puzzle but great imo 👌
Thanks a lot mate, Glad you enjoy them.
Nice one Gaz. I’ve never been to the Isle of Wight, but since watching your videos there, you’ve sold it to me.
Least remains of them all on this one. But you have to complete the set, right?
@@IckeWalks a nice walk is a nice walk mate, it’s a beautiful island
Thanks Gareth for another great walk and talk, I'm always so amazed how such recent history can be almost totally lost within such a short space of time . I'm not sure if its accidental or purposeful . I've passed those buildings near the Pilot boat pub so many times and never realised it was once a railway station and that water fountain was part of a mega structure hotel . I'm lost for words about that one , , but thanks again and I hope you continue to make such informative and enjoyable films for us . All the best and keep on truckin '
@IZingari thanks a lot mate. Same around my way in the midlands. So much hidden away
What a lovely walk. It's a shame that there is so little left of the old railway, but at least there are photos and maps to show where they were, so they won't be totally forgotten.
It's funny that I came from the east midlands (near Chesterfield), moved to the island, and there you are, coming from the island and moving to the east midlands. I call the island "Derbyshire at the seaside" because it reminds me of where I grew up, and I have been here for almost 40 years.
I'm not far from Chesterfield! I always think Ventnor and Matlock Bath are similar, too.
Missed the alert saying a new video was up. Probably admiring my new 'walk' t-shirt.!! 🤣
Haha.. Top man!
Thanks Gareth!
Cheers!
Thoroughly enjoyed the video Gaz. We were down on the Island visiting "home" with our youngest nipper. We asked him what he wanted for his upcoming 18th and he said go to the IoW, so we did! Have you done the old Freshwater to Yarmouth railway yet?
Hello Gareth lovely video I have mentioned before I used to go to Sandown Isle of Wight every year it is still butterfly I used to love playing cr🎉on the beach and sunbathing doing nothing lol really good video as always keep up the good work take care peace and love xx
Sandown could do with a lick of paint these days mate.
@@IckeWalks I know I last went in 2016 and it needed one then lol haha
Good to hear that the White-tailed eagle has been reintroduced. My husband tells me it’s quite a bit bigger than a Golden eagle so quite a sight to behold I’m sure. Any chance of you including one from the island in a future video?
Thoroughly enjoyed, as always, the history of trains and countryside views that you bring to us. 🙏
Oh that would be great.
A bit of sun makes all the difference, you need some Avon Skin so Soft for midges! I think it would be cool to live in a house boat, I know someone with a wagon home, it's stunning. It still looked a good walk, that little cut through was quaint where the station building is (now a home). Thank you Gareth.
That the stuff from Braveheart? Didn't they change the formula?
@@IckeWalks erm I don't know 😕 on either question.
Seems like the beer was really necessary after such few remains. But still and enjoyable video.
Haha. But...but... the Swan
@@IckeWalks And the eagle?
Totally agree with you and @sovereignjoe5730. Reintroducing steam trains would get people coming probably from all over the world just to see them and travel on them. I reckon the IOM would be minted. There's a huge money making opportunity there ❤️🤗
*IOW 🤣
"Poundland version" I laughed at that - I always call such buildings Tesco mansions, 'cos they always look like supermarkets.
They really do. The original was wonderful.
Excellent video again. Can you tell me please what the music was before the intro? I spoke to my brother, real railway buff, about your suggestion about making the whole line steam. He said it was a good idea, increase the tourist trade, and he also said that the 'new' units were having trouble and there is only one set running on a 40 minute service. Bring back steam!! 🤣
Steam all the way!
When I get to my laptop, I'll look up the tune!
Louis Island - My home. :-)
Thank you.