The Wapping Railway Tunnel Liverpool

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2 жыл бұрын

The Liverpool to Manchester railway at its furthest western point beyond the passenger terminus at Crown street station had a goods link to the Wapping dock at Liverpool. This was the Wapping Tunnel. Billed as the first tunnel under a metropolis it was just over a mile long. The Wapping tunnel has some unique features such as air vent shafts and warning gongs that I have never seen before. We will be sorting some loose ends and looking at Crown street park and the Crown street tunnel Liverpool. Finally we arrive at Park lane goods station athe the Wapping docks at liverpool and looking at the end of the tunnel Constructed in 1826 by George Stephenson the tunnel remains in situ. Bisected by a Merseyrail line.

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@MartinZero 2 жыл бұрын

This is the second part of the Liverpool story in case you missed it here is the first part kzfaq.info/get/bejne/aKiKdNdmuNOwcqc.html All music in this video by Martin Zero and Dean James Adshead

@fkl770 2 жыл бұрын

what's proper mad is the day you uploaded pt1 i went though the Wapping tunnel to get the edge hill cutting on a inflatable boat hahah mental.

@OxygenPlays 2 жыл бұрын

how do you gain access to this i would like to walk threw it?

@MartinZero 2 жыл бұрын

@@OxygenPlays Am afraid it’s not accessible to the public

@OxygenPlays 2 жыл бұрын

@@MartinZeroi appreciate the reply thanks. It is a shame its not possible but it is what it is😉

@wesgregg6451 Жыл бұрын

Thanks. Suggest, in future, include "part one" links in video description instead of posting as comment. I almost skipped this because there wasn't one in it.

@jetsons101 2 жыл бұрын

Martin, what a day you had. So much history to explore, if I could only find that DeLorean and go back in time and see everything when new and in use. George Stephenson would be proud to see what he made is still standing and still in use today. Sad to see all the trash down in the cutout. A big thanks to Martin and all involved in making this video possible.

@MartinZero 2 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated Mike

@phuckewe5876 2 жыл бұрын

I knew a whopper called mike martin from widnes. Are you that same whopper?

@jetsons101 2 жыл бұрын

@@phuckewe5876 No whopper here.

@laurenceskinnerton73 Жыл бұрын

😊

@Lord_Shouty 2 жыл бұрын

Charles Blacker Vignoles is quite an interesting character in the early railway age.... served in wellingtons army, went to canada, surveyed the manchester liverpool line. and built the Nicholas Chain Bridge in Kiev over the Dnieper River (worth looking up a picture of)

@markdolan1004 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video, love your enthusiasm. The whole site should be properly developed as a visitor experience in much the same way as the nearby Williamson tunnels. So much industrial heritage that needs to be celebrated. Would love to see you make other videos of other Liverpool landmarks just to see your reaction to some of the outstanding architecture that's here. Keep up the excellent work 👏

@MartinZero 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mark, yeah Liverpool has some hidden gems

@illumencouk 2 жыл бұрын

@@MartinZero Hidden Martin? Surely not from you.

@MartinvonBargen 2 жыл бұрын

I did it with a mate back in 2005 or so and it was a rush to get in there and then down towards town. After a bit it gets dodgy with the flooding and I'd love to have a dinghy or boat down there too. Great to see you exploring the other end of the Lancs too. So much to see and do in both Liverpool and Manchester.

@MartinZero 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Martin, fab location

@MartinvonBargen 2 жыл бұрын

@@MartinZero Very much so mate. Those rock formations are amazing. Bit like when we first drove past Salford Lads Club and realised it was still standing.

@paulschedler Ай бұрын

That Wapping Tunnel adventure is FANTASTIC!!! I can hardly CONTAIN myself because of everything that is represented here!! The history you, Martin, and "the boys" are looking at and into . . . . WOW!!! Just WOW!!! I dare say that you are linked to me in the fact that I LOVE this stuff as much as you do, Sir! Incredible!! I love the huge red brick "Vent" - man, they just don't build like that anymore! It's quite monumental for sure! Thanks gentlemen, see you again soon!!

@BombsGaspan 2 жыл бұрын

Great insight to the early years of railways in the UK, Martin! I wonder if the city of Liverpool would ever convert this into a museum or some sort of tribute to the railway by restoring it. It feels like this is a forgotten part of Liverpool that deserves to be far more known and understood and appreciated. Looking forward to your next video, as always!

@bobingram6912 2 жыл бұрын

Been saving this one, and boy am I glad I did. The birth of the railway era and it's still there to be savoured, it was almost a Tutankamun moment!!!! Thanks Martin for bringing us this and for climbing through the crap to bring us the last details. As you say, a trap door moment👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻❤

@martin4787 2 жыл бұрын

My family is from Liverpool. My Grandfather would have delivered cargo there, serving in the Merchant Navy for 25 years, including in WWII as a Chief Engineer on various cargo ships. It's a miracle he survived, being sunk six times and managing to save another two ships after being torpedoed by the Germans. He evacuated the family to Paignton, where he bought a General Store to provide an income and a home, if in the likely event he didn't return. Thank you Martin and Roy for an absolutely fascinating historical video.

@lynnmills6743 2 жыл бұрын

Smashed it again Martin 👏 I am proud of my City, but ashamed at the lack of interest in our heritage. It's been some time since I visited the Wapping, I am embarrassed on how much shit is in there. Another great tunnel is the Waterloo/Victoria. We have so many disused tunnels, it's awful watching them rot away.

@alanmaycock4976 Жыл бұрын

Mendelssohn, the classical composer, visited Liverpool in 1830, on his way back from the Hebrides. He wrote to his father back home telling him about the excitement of the L&M’s imminent opening and claimed that he bribed a night watchman to let him explore the Wapping Tunnel just a week or so before the officially opening ceremony. It was the moon landing of its day.

@davidberlanny3308 2 жыл бұрын

I counted at least half a dozen gongs and not once did you get a brew!! Shame you couldn't get Connor to throw you down a dingy!! Big thanks to Mike from the Williams tunnels for helping to get this organised. Such an amazing place, it deserves to be preserved and better presented, it's got a great and important history to be told. Well done Martin and Roy!! Good luck from Spain!!

@MartinZero 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks David, yes we needed a brew

@robertcaves3797 2 жыл бұрын

Magic!!! Can’t say no more …

@boilerroombob 2 жыл бұрын

A fantastic journey into the past martin and Mike .....thank you so much for sharing a first class video..... bringing alive a bygone age of engineering that involved blood sweat and toil ...and tears I'm sure x

@carolliptrot1248 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely fascinating, I used to work in Liverpool and travelled in by train everyday. Always was blown away by the edge hill cutting. Thank you for bringing history to life.

@MartinZero 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Carol

@ffrancrogowski2192 2 жыл бұрын

Some very interesting history to this tunnel, Martin. To excavate a tunnel of that proportion in three years was a marvel of civil engineering for its time. The gongs are most unusual, I suppose there was some sort of trip mechanism when the wheels of a vehicle, whether it be a loco or wagon activated a lever or something. The old photos are a marvel, and seeing the remains of the signalbox was a nice surprise. It must have been quite a busy place for years, especially serving the docks. Many thanks for producing this program, Martin, you've done an excellent job of it. Take care.

@bodaciousbiker Жыл бұрын

Wow! To put the age of this tunnel complex in perspective, my hometown of Guelph Ontario, Canada was founded in 1827. When these impressive tunnels were being built, my hometown was still just a collection of primitive log cabins carved out of the wilderness alongside the Speed River several days journey down a muddy road from the town of York(today's Toronto). Thank's for this fascinating documentary on the urban archeology experience and keep up the good work!

@TheCelts01 2 жыл бұрын

Great vid Martin well done mate.thanjs for the Entertainment. Your Nr1 Fans in Hamburg Germany. Deano

@MartinZero 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much Dean, all the best

@wendythomas5237 8 ай бұрын

Fabulous video Martin, it’s such a shame that this type of history isn’t preserved.

@johnwyldbore73 2 жыл бұрын

Another fantastic video Martin, with lots of educational facts and plenty of local history. I have always been fascinated by railways, especially with the structures like Tunnels, Viaducts, Signal Boxes etc. so this video was right up my street. Only one flaw, being from Darlington I shall always consider the Stockton to Darlington Railway of 1825 to be the world’s first and Darlington as the birthplace to the railway industry as we know it. Keep the the amazing content coming as I always look forward to seeing your videos on a Sunday evening. 😀👍🏻

@DavidSevern 2 жыл бұрын

Glorious, just could have been an hour longer, thanks M'0' for this production. Love the section where the cut in the bedrock shows the layers in time, amazing.

@MartinZero 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you David 👍

@esseel7896 2 жыл бұрын

excellent cheers Mart

@MartinZero 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@sjaakmcd1804 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Martin.

@paulukjames7799 2 жыл бұрын

Many thanks great video

@gavinstirling7088 2 жыл бұрын

Only just started watching but thanks in advance!

@MartinZero 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Gavin

@andyhill242 2 жыл бұрын

Another amazing video Martin watched on my new 4k screen.

@MartinZero 2 жыл бұрын

How was it ?

@andyhill242 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing 43" biggest telly I ever owned, biggest I can have without reorganising my entirecflat!

@andyhill242 2 жыл бұрын

Such detail what resolution do you film at?

@lawrencelowe193 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for showing whats above the shaft of the Wapping tunnel. Seeing whats above tunnels and shafts are fascinating..It is so cool that you did that just as I was thinking it. Would like to see more Then and Now locations. We love you and James here in California

@MartinZero 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Lawrence much appreciated

@familycornell8866 2 жыл бұрын

OUTSTANDING VIDEO: Great music choreographed so well with the film. I sat riveted to my seat wishing I was there walking along with you all. You have outdone yourself on this one. The immense amount of history relayed with superb video and informative narrative makes we sad it is all gone like a wisp of smoke into the past. Thank you for bringing it all to light and sharing a treasured piece of history that will soon be lost.

@hannelarsen4918 2 жыл бұрын

Been on holiday in Liverpool 4/5 times, and I knew nothing about this. Explored the Williamson tunnels in 2012 or 2013, did a tour. it's fascinating hearing about Liverpool's history. Also like seeing pictures or hear stories about my hometown in Denmark (still live there🙂). Amazed how much a city can change in 30 yrs.

@sparx550 6 ай бұрын

Our city always welcomes the weary traveller. All the best.

@stethemeterman1968 2 жыл бұрын

Very interesting great video

@MartinZero 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Steve

@alanbg2278 2 жыл бұрын

Super ! I used to live a pebble's flick from where you finished the journey . As you mentioned the various street names etc above , I was increasingly bathed in nostalgia. A Manchester lad who spent 12 wonderful years in Liverpool now living in the land of tea, a stone's toss from Standegde tunnel. You always pick the best spots ! Cheers !.

@MartinZero 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Alan

@doncoffey5820 2 жыл бұрын

I knew it was all there but I’ve not seen as much detail of its current state. That tunnel on the right at the top was actually an incline into the yard which is now the park. Fascinating stuff Martin.

@peterarmstrong3298 2 жыл бұрын

Incredible video Martin. Thank you. Very sad to know that this massive piece of history is deteriorating year by year. Thank you for documenting it for future generations when it will probably be gone.

@MartinZero 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Peter

@split_pin 2 жыл бұрын

What an explore, thanks Martin and everyone involved. It's amazing to think that all that history is just beneath the feet of thousands of people every day who are unaware of what lies beneath!

@andrewward1887 Жыл бұрын

What an amazing bit of engineering all hand dug then lined with brick, the Victorians built some great buildings and railways,watching from the states.

@jimmyviaductophilelawley5587 2 жыл бұрын

Really good atmospheric soundtrack to this one Martin.

@alanjones4622 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Martin, another superb and professionally presented video. We really enjoyed this tour, not to mention the part one. Thank you again. The camera work is first rate, nice and steady and sharp.

@markedwards9874 6 ай бұрын

The girl is a bloody machine 💪💪💪 another great vid

@Slag362 2 жыл бұрын

Superb!

@MartinZero 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Adrian

@user-qw6ru9qg4b 7 ай бұрын

World history on our doorstep.Should be a working museum .Clean it up and have a electric train like the rocket going to Edge Hill and back . Telling the history of this magnificent structure.And of course a cafe and shop at the end.

@robertfletcher3421 2 жыл бұрын

So fascinating thanks.

@MartinZero 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Robert

@JohnSmith-kb5ku 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant video. Thanks Martin.

@mikerogers5043 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant video, and a brilliant day. Can't believe how much crap is in the bottom end now. Wasn't as bad as that the last time i went in there. That needs to be sorted.

@adelestevens 2 жыл бұрын

Standedge , Summit , Totley and Cowburn all had gongs. Mostly used to draw the drivers attention to the next signal they would be approaching. I remember seeing the gong but with no operating gear in Summit tunnel after it reopened after the fire in there. Not sure if the original Woodhead tunnels had gongs , but would imagine they would've been of benefit in the single line "choke-holes". That gong has brackets that held a sign with the name of the gong or milage distance on it to identify which one it was for inspection or repair.

@MartinZero 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Adelle interesting 👍

@peterclare9616 2 жыл бұрын

And next the 3rd tunnel….most northern of three. ??? Back in the 70’s, I was a QS on the construction of a new Geology Building for the University of Liverpool in Pembroke Street..[Looks like it’s now called the Jane Herdman Building. Which runs through from Brownlow Street..] The drilling for one of corner concrete piles, went through the roof of this tunnel.. Funny how one remember things.. I do not know if this tunnel is as interesting as the previous two ? A part of the tunnel cutting is still visible between the A59 and Fontenoy Street and the exit to the tunnel still visible in Howard Street..[Opposite the Costco warehouse.]

@johncodling9805 8 ай бұрын

That Gong needs to be rescued refurbished and put in the museum before someone robs it for scrap. Right at the end in the car park The building at the back of the wall was where I served my apprenticeship at Huges & Ellison Ltd in Blundell Street back in 1961-1967, who then moved to the part of the yard where the steel structure is until they closed down. Liverpool should seriously consider restoring this as its involvement in the birth of the railways cannot be overlooked and much could be saved before it's too late.

@Blocksetter Жыл бұрын

Superb viewing Martin, thank you. Had searched for the 1980 History Around You programme for schools, as I loved it as a kid, that briefly touched on the cutting and Crown St But the detail and information in these make them so watchable

@jimmillward3505 2 жыл бұрын

awesome MArtin... awesome

@martindooley4439 2 жыл бұрын

Content just gets better . The atmospheric soundtrack was on point, totally in keeping with the content of the video. The North West is such a rich hunting ground for this sort of content. How about Spike Island, Widnes and Warrington Transporter Bridges etc....

@MartinZero 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Martin, I thought it deserved some atmospherics 😉

@weyayemanjoe3082 2 жыл бұрын

Another great one Martin 👍

@MrLargePig 2 жыл бұрын

Bravo, Martin! A pair of rivetting videos, chock full of history. As amazing as it was to see the remains of the station and tunnel, it was just as amazing the state into which Liverpool has allowed these historic grounds to fall. C'mon, lads, these are among the first railway stations ever built! A bit of cutting and cleaning would do wonders, and be a spot of interest to many.

@stevie-ray2020 2 жыл бұрын

If the authorities cleaned out all that rubble, rubbish, & water, then covered the top of those open areas with structures to keep out the rubbish but not the light, I'm certain that they make some revenue from regular guided tours of this historically significant piece of industrial infrastructure!

@christhomas5353 2 жыл бұрын

Bloody hell that was absolutely the dogs bollocks brilliant thanks for sharing

@jeffjones6107 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video Martin rearly enjoyed watching it, you look like the cat that got the cream 👍

@matthewrail6065 2 жыл бұрын

Another great video Martin

@MartinZero 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Matthew

@SteveAndAlexBuild 2 жыл бұрын

A week late but so worth the wait , fantastic video , thanks Martin 👏🏽👏🏽🧱👍🏼

@eddiedolan2188 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent videos Martin was totally blown away had to go back to watch George Stevenson Bridge just to see the Manchester End . Fantastic Engineering to build the oldest intercity railway line in the world .

@marklawson8346 Жыл бұрын

Another great video and the old pictures to compare the what’s on the ground brilliant 😊👍🏻

@sarahwinfield3989 Жыл бұрын

You're an intrepid gentleman Martin. Many thanks for your efforts and your "oppos".

@jenesisjones6706 2 жыл бұрын

That was amazing! Thank you!

@derkj.jansen3445 2 жыл бұрын

Very interesting, thanks for sharing. greetings from Amsterdam

@MartinZero 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Derk

@MartinDHayes 2 жыл бұрын

What a glorious adventure! Loved all of it, and discovering the history. Cheers to you from USA!!

@martinlintzgy1361 2 жыл бұрын

Fascinating video, thank you

@LancashireLass 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic as always. Thanks for all the work you put into this.

@simonhewkin8418 2 жыл бұрын

Think is is one of my favourite videos from martin zero to date grateful for all the hard work in researching this and making it uncomfortable

@paulspickernell6875 2 жыл бұрын

Great stuff Martin, really enjoyed that series, thanks for all the effort put in.

@PASTFINDERexploring 2 жыл бұрын

Superb explore Martin. You were looking at ground breaking history there. I can't help thinking that there is an opportunity for one hell of a museum in a location second to none. Hopefully it will be left alone or even be sheduled.

@SMILEVIDEOTRAINS 2 ай бұрын

SOOOOOO Very interesting. Thank you

@malcbury9739 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant, as always. Been waiting eagerly for this second episode. Thanks Martin.

@planetwisconsin9901 Жыл бұрын

Utterly amazing to see this thank you so much Martin!

@john3Lee 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video - thanks

@glynlittlewood7538 Жыл бұрын

Hi Martin, great video 👍Joseph Locke a Barnsley man did the Woodhead Tunnels, didn't know he was involved in the Wapping Tunnel.....cheers for that....Great music too

@Hairnicks 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant couple of videos Martin, you bring us so much history that would be lost otherwise. Nice to see you teaming up with Mike again.

@kevkfz5226 2 жыл бұрын

brilliant video guys. best yet.

@robincurwood Жыл бұрын

Very interesting vlog Martin. I enjoyed it immensely. Thanks very much.

@Alan_Watkin 2 жыл бұрын

its such a shame this place is in a mess, FANTASIC, network rail thanks for letting martin show it us, please clean it up a bit, this is the place of your birth/rails birth as a whole, it needs to be saved an looked after

@nickh2373 2 жыл бұрын

An amazing video and insight into the past! Thanks Martin.

@memorialgardens1664 2 жыл бұрын

Martin 🧠💪🤝🙏

@simonmcowan6874 2 жыл бұрын

Loved it, bloody brilliant, wished I was there.

@Dave64track 2 жыл бұрын

Great content and interesting facts about the tunnel and the mechanical gong to warn that trains are in the tunnel, health and safety back in the day amazing I wouldn't have guessed what they was. Thanks for the tour around the tunnels with out these videos we would never get to see things like this. It's just a shame that the council don't clean up that mess as it's a historical site and not a tip as it's only going to get worst or filled in which would be a great loss.

@MartinZero 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks David , glad you enjoyed

@MrTojo59 2 жыл бұрын

I used to live off park lane where the wapping goods yard was .As a kid in the early 70s I used to play in the old goods yard .We used to go down them tunnels ,they were always flooded then.this brought back some good memories.

@curvebuster 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video.

@annbarns652 2 жыл бұрын

love your vids Martin xx

@MartinZero 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ann

@davidmaslanka3145 2 жыл бұрын

Two great video's. Very much enjoyed exploring along with you!.

@jamesstewart8342 Жыл бұрын

Man, how in the name of God they built these things? Fascinating videos..many thanks

@t77299 2 жыл бұрын

Lovely work 🙏❤️

@frankboyd7993 2 жыл бұрын

Always enjoy your walks through history

@peterstecks7660 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant mate.

@AllenORourke1954 2 жыл бұрын

Great video as usual Martin...

@crazyfvck 2 жыл бұрын

Another amazing video Martin! :) So much history there. Hidden away, but still so close. I really loved the brickwork on that first vent. It went from perfectly round, to octagonal, which then tapered as it went up! Those old bricklayers were truly skilled.

@frasercampbell6463 2 жыл бұрын

Really interesting and can not waite for next one

@taxalterror 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks fantastic stuff. Cheers

@hyperballadbradx6486 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent watch!

@carlbentley80 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome, love the old signal box.

@brianaveriss7972 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant second part, thank you.

@MrAsBBB 2 жыл бұрын

Unbelievable, astonishing video. Loved the gongs! Just brilliant. Thank you

@tomsurbanexplore 2 жыл бұрын

Wow another interesting video Martin I love the things you find in the Wapping tunnel so interesting to look at especially the gas pipe or electric pipe & the gongs what a find that was brilliant video m8 👍

@MartinZero 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Thomas

@1903bretep 2 жыл бұрын

Fist class that Martin, well worth the wait, thanks for the video.

@robinforrest7680 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant. Like you places like this steeped in history (especially railway history) put shivers down my spine. This is particularly poignant here because we have just an amazing collection of illustrations showing the site in all its Victorian grandeur. Such a shame it’s all being just left to rot away. What a fantastic site it would be for a Stephenson or a Liverpool and Manchester Railway Museum… I don’t know how you managed to resist whacking all those gongs you found as you walked down the tunnel 🤣. I’d love to hear what they sound like. Rob