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Folkestone Leas Lift
The Leas Lift was deisgned and built in 1885 and was opened on 16th September of that year. In 1890 the second lift was built alongside the existing one. The lifts were closed down in 1966 and were left to deteriorate for 19 years until in 1985 rennovation of the original 1885 lift began, with the vacant track simply being cleaned up. The Leas lift takes you from the top of the Folkestone Leas to the Lower Sandgate Road at the foot of the cliff and is a popular tourist attraction.
Over twenty years on and the remaining lift is now on its way to restoration. Local campaigner Robert Mouland has set up an appeal to raise £25,000 to restore the 1890 carriage which is currently in storage. Once restored, this unique part of Folkestone's history will be displayed for residents and visitors to see.
If you would like to read more and find details on how to donate please visit
www.leaslift.org.uk
The Leas Lift in Folkestone is one of the oldest water balance lifts in the country, and is open from the Spring Bank holiday until September. It continues to operate over the Winter months on a Sunday service only.
