The East Cliff Railway is one of three short Victorian and Edwardian cliff funiculars that still operate in Bournemouth, climbing the chalk cliff from the promenade to the road above near the Russell-Cotes Museum. The original carriages were built in 1908 and are still in use, with painted livery and small benches.
The journey takes about thirty seconds and costs a pound. The view from the upper station, taking in the whole sweep of bay from Hengistbury Head to Old Harry Rocks, is unbeatable for a flat-footed visitor. Both East Cliff and West Cliff lifts run from Easter to October; Fisherman's Walk operates a more limited schedule.