In 1877, work began on the Keekle Viaduct which was part of the Cleator and Workington Junction Railway.

It was an impressive seven-arched viaduct which was built to span the river Keekle. The use of the viaduct

for regular passenger travel came to an end in 1931, and was then closed to freight trains by 1963. The

viaduct remains unused to this day.

Weddicar parish is home to two local pubs, plus the Summergrove conference facility. The local community

has also pulled together over the years to develop Keekle Community Park, which is nestled under the

viaduct and mixes the peace and quiet of a woodland, nature environment, with play facilities for younger

children. This local haven is credit to the work of local volunteers and hosts the local duck race, which is held

to fundraise for the upkeep of the park.