Haytor Granite Tramway
Haytor Granite Tramway
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Haytor Granite Tramway
Hiking
5.0
(20)
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February 18, 2024
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It was built in 1820; the granite was in demand in the developing cities of England as masonry to construct public buildings and bridges. In 1850 the quarries employed about 100 men but by 1858 they had closed due to the availability of cheaper Cornish granite.
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Distance 600 m
Uphill 0 m
Downhill 20 m
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