2012 marked the 150th anniversary of the start
of construction of the original Cockermouth, Keswick and Penrith Railway (CK&PR). It was also the 40th anniversary of closure of the last section between Keswick and
Penrith.
The following events took place in Keswick on Sunday
May 6th 2012: - "Cutting
the First Sod" - a re-enactment by the Keswick Street Theatre Group at Keswick Station, between the Keswick Hotel and the
Leisure Pool entrance. Performances
at 13.30 (1.30 p.m.) and 14.30 (2.30 p.m.)
- Keswick Museum
railway themed film shows just after the street theatre performances, railway themed bookstall, stands promoting local
transport interests and information about the Railway Re-opening Project.
- Threlkeld Quarry and Mining Museum open with railway themed activities. The Quarry was opened originally to supply
ballast for the Railway. It was also the quarry's 150th anniversary.
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