The former route of Smithson's tramroad
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The former route of Smithson's tramroad
Image: © Christine Johnstone Taken: 9 Jun 2020
The tramroad ran for 4 miles from pits at Low Laithes to Thornes Wharf on the River Calder. It opened in 1798 and this section closed about 1850. The route was followed by a public footpath to Flanshaw Lane until the houses off Willow Chase were built and the path diverted.
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