Harringworth Viaduct
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Harringworth Viaduct or Welland Viaduct is a railway viaduct which crosses the valley of the River Welland at Harringworth, Northamptonshire, England. It is 3/4 of a mile long and has 82 arches, each of which has a 40ft span. It was completed in 1878.
Harringworth Viaduct carries the twin track non-electrified line between Corby and Manton Junction. The route is generally used for the passage of freight trains and steam train outings, though it is also available as a diversionary route for the Midland Mainline.
The line and structure is a favourite with steam train and heritage enthusiasts, carrying a Grade II Listed Structure status and dominating this picturesque rural valley. Due to the structure’s size, age, exposure and inaccessibility, the original brickwork was suffering from extensive weathering and structural deterioration. As part of the Network Rail Structures maintenance programme, Birse Rail was remitted to carry out structural repairs to the 130 year old, 82 span Harringworth Viaduct over the River Welland Valley, Northamptonshire.
Traditional methods and materials were employed alongside modern access techniques to return the structure to its former glory and to ensure the long-term structural integrity of the viaduct as well as the enjoyment of generations to come.
The viaduct was built using Williamson-Cliffe bricks.
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