In 1808 the track was relaid using wrought iron rails, This was the first place where they were used commercially.

In 1836, the route below Hallbankgate was realigned to it could link with the Newcastle and Carlisle Railway at Brampton Junction station.

The line was worked by steam, and the engine used was Stephenson's Rocket, bought for £300.

There was an engine shed built at Hallbankgate, and above the village lines were laid to each pit.

Blacksyke junction is just to the east of the village and the site on a level crossing to the west.