Folkestone's Leas Lift closes after 132 years after work to braking system were demanded which operators cannot afford

People watched on in sadness as a 132-year-old attraction closed after £80k costs to upgrade its braking system were demanded by safety inspectors.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/sorrow-as-dozens-watch-historic-119657/