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Maybe, maybe not. Undoubtedly there'll be a fair bit of smoke damage occasioned that'll need sorting, but it doesn't look like everything's been razed to the ground.
there is a machinery room on that side of the building
The Saltburn Cliff Lift dates back to 1884. The one at Lynton from 1888. The Scarborough Spa Lift from 1875.
It says on the front of the building LIFT
It’s a hundred yards from the car park at the bottom of the hill and the esplanade is wide enough for a fire engine to access it. The alternative route is steps or a very steep road that is infamous for Arriva buses tackling it really well in icy conditions whilst cars slide round.
Cheers. Not been there myself, but maybe one day.
I like it but without the lift, quite a slog back into town.
Much to the council's disappointment.
Really? Is that Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council. If so, what's the back story? Does the council really want rid of what must be a major tourist attraction in the area, albeit possibly one that no longer fully pays its way &/or needs major refurbishment - maybe that's the issue?!Much to the council's disappointment.
I could be wrong but I've not detected that Redcar & Cleveland Council want shot of it?Much to the council's disappointment.
Fire damage to Saltburn Tramway “extensive.” No reopening date set. Plans for full rewire and a substantial refurbishment.
A fire caused by an electrical problem at the Tramway on January 16 led to serious damage to the electrical pump room and other internal fire damage and a full rewire will be needed.
Initially the Council said it was “too early to say” if the Tramway would re-open for Easter - but further inspections show the damage is such that it will definitely not reopen at that time. No reopening date has been set.
Cllr Carrie Richardson, Cabinet Member for Climate and Culture and Deputy leader, revealed more information about the extent of internal building damage including the electrical pump room. She said:
“We regret that damage caused by a major fire to the much-loved and hugely popular Saltburn Tramway is extensive with serious internal damage to the building and operating equipment, especially the electrical pump room.
“A full rewire will be needed along with careful restoration of this grade-listed structure. Our teams are continuing to work hard on a plan to make sure the Tramway reopens as soon as possible. However this is likely to take some time and, although we can’t put a date on reopening at this time, it will not be this Easter.
“We look forward to reopening the iconic tramway when it is restored to its full glory and ready for future generations to enjoy. We will continue to keep our residents and visitors informed.”
Saltburn Cliff Lift, which opened in 1884, is the oldest water-balanced funicular in the UK and the second oldest in the world. It was initially closed on 9 January for maintenance and the fire occurred on January 16.
