It is difficult to imagine that the Victorians had built a railway to transport stones from a mine beyond this picture - part of it has survived .
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The Sidmouth Harbour Company.
Even a short tunnel through Salcombe Hill was bored but proved too small for the steam engine!
However, it is said that the train was put to good use giving rides along the promenade!
Fishing Boats On Sidmouth Beach | Tap map for larger version |
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This delightful walk takes you through the town, along the seafront,past the bowling club and through several parks. Sidmouth is well known for its annual Folk Week in August.In 1840 Frans Liszt played in the London Hotel - see below | About Sidmouth | | Geocaches |
There is one small climb. |
Tap map for larger version | | Enjoy an easy and short walk visiting the main attractions of Sidmouth.
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Tap map for larger version | | Discover and enjoy Sidmouth's fascinating past.
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| see main parking area |