News

Keep up to date with all the latest news stories and press releases from Locomotion here.

Flying Scotsman outside Locomotion

Flying Scotsman to visit Locomotion this summer

Tuesday 06 July 2021 It's the only chance to see Flying Scotsman up close in the North East this year.

Hackworth house

Unsung hero of the railway celebrated with upgraded listings

Tuesday 22 June 2021 The house of pioneering engineer Timothy Hackworth in Shildon has been upgraded to Grade II* in recognition of the vital role he played in the development of railways.

43102 Class 43 at Locomotion

Porterbrook donates record-breaking Class 43 HST power car to National Railway Museum

Friday 28 May 2021 World record-breaking engine arrives at Locomotion in Shildon.

Class 71 at Locomotion

Restored Class 71 goes on display at Locomotion

Tuesday 25 May 2021 The last surviving British Rail Class 71 has been cosmetically restored by a team of staff and volunteers at Locomotion in Shildon, County Durham.

A large museum space with several locomotives

National Railway Museum & Locomotion Welcome First Visitors of the Year

Wednesday 19 May 2021 First visitors of 2021 welcomed at both museums from 19 May.

Locomotion conservation

Reopening plans announced for Locomotion in Shildon

Monday 26 April 2021 Free tickets to visit Locomotion available from 26 April.

Aerial sketch showing Building Two

Locomotion announces net zero target

Thursday 15 April 2021 Sustainability will be at the heart of Vision 2025 masterplan projects.

Locomotion museum

Science Museum Group and Darlington Borough Council agree future plans for Locomotion No.1

Friday 05 March 2021 Historic engine will move to Shildon, with future loan periods to Head of Steam including the first half of 2025.

Aerial sketch showing Building Two

Architects Appointed for Locomotion’s New Building

Thursday 17 December 2020 Second collection building will create the largest display of rail vehicles in the UK.

Talk at the National Science and Media Museum

Science Museum Group announces major focus on sustainability for 2021

Thursday 10 December 2020 New event series Climate Talks to launch in January and run until the start of COP26 in November, featuring an international line-up of speakers.

Part of the Science Museum Group