An iconic viaduct that dominates the Halifax skyline has been restored.
The Wheatley Viaduct, which has stood over the north west of the town for 130 years, had deteriorated over time.
Renovations that were funded by National Highways’ Historical Railways Estate (HRE) have now been completed.
HRE engineer Muhammad Musa said: "Wheatley is an important physical reminder of Halifax’s railway history, and we’re delighted that the work needed has now been completed."
Dave Martin, from contractors AmcoGiffen, added: "This was a big project, with more than 2000 metres of repointing completed, 100 metres of fractures repaired, and more than 200 anchors installed.
"We also stripped, waterproofed, and reinstated 1600 square metres of the deck."
The viaduct, which measures around 600 feet long with a slight curve, was opened in 1890 for the Halifax High Level Railway.
It was mainly used to transport coal, with the last goods train running in 1960.
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