Scarborough funiculars
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The British town of Scarborough has had a total of five cliff railways, or funiculars, two of which are presently operational. The town is home to the first funicular railway in the United Kingdom.
Central Tramway top station
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Central Tramway viewed from bottom
St Nicholas Cliff Lift after conversion
Funicular
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A funicular, or funicular railway, is a type of cable railway system that connects points along a railway track laid on a steep slope. The system is characterized by two counterbalanced carriages perm
Scarborough funiculars
…The British town of Scarborough has had a total of five cliff railways, or funiculars, two of which are presently operational. The town is home to the first funicular railway in the United Kingdom. Having noted the need…
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