Five information panels commemorating the history of the railways in Cockermouth have been unveiled by the town mayor.
The panels, on the Greenway Viaduct, have been created by Cockermouth Civic Trust, in memory of a well-known former member.
Chairman Phil Campbell said: "Although it is over 50 years since the last train ran through Cockermouth, the trust feels that it is important that this part of Cockermouth’s rich heritage is remembered and the history of the features that remain are recognised."
The panels have been erected in memory of Tom Hughes, who died in 2020. Tom was a previous chairman of the trust, railway enthusiast and popular local teacher.
He left a generous legacy to the trust which has been used to fund the panels.
The panels were unveiled on Monday by Mayor Andrew Semple.
"I walk across the viaduct every day with my dog and there are always people gathering around the panels," he said.
"Railways transformed the lives of working people and shaped the town we see today.
"The Civic Trust has given the people of Cockermouth a fantastic gift which they really value."
Steve Hughes, Tom’s nephew, said: "Tom clearly relished his work for the Civic Trust and it is very apt and appreciated that there is some long-lasting dedication that acknowledges his achievements for the trust and his love for both Cockermouth and the railways."
Cumbria County Council gave permission for the panels to be erected on the viaduct. Phil thanked the Cumbrian Railways Association for their support in the preparation of the panels.
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