North west portal - Rose Hill tunnel - Peak Forest canal, Romiley, Greater Manchester
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ntpayne
N 53° 24.467 W 002° 04.267
30U E 561748 N 5918035
The north west end of what was Rose Hill tunnel but now opened out.
Waymark Code: WMR3RY
Location: North West England, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 05/09/2016
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When the canal was opened in 1798 there was a tunnel here. There were a series of problems culminating in the collapse of the roof at some time between 1849 and 1888. The decision was made to open up the tunnel and build the accommodation bridge that you can see. Even recently more work has been necessary and the gradient of the cutting walls has been reduced and the stone retaining walls reinforced with concrete.
Is the Tunnel in Use?: In Use
Which End is this Entrance?: North West
Date Constructed: 01/01/1798
Length of Tunnel: 100 yards
Construction Material: Brick lined
Associated Website: [Web Link]
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