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Shildon DL4 2RE

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Get up close to incredible engineering feats in Shildon—the world's first railway town

Open daily 10.00–16.00

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Free entry—donations welcome

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Lumiere Festival

After-hours event

13–15 November 2025

For three nights only, visit the museum after-hours to experience a spectacular light display as part of Lumiere, the UK’s landmark light art festival.

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Engine Shed, String and Sound Performance

Event

Saturday 29 November 2025

Join us for a performance of a new bespoke composition to celebrate 200 years of the railways.

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Explore learning resources

Wonderlab+

Resources

Experience the wonders of Wonderlab at home with exciting experiments, games and videos from the Science Museum Group.

Locomotion models

Own a (small) piece of history with our model locomotives range, with exquisitely detailed exclusive creations and products from recognised brands. Every purchase helps support our museum.

Our transformative masterplan

A multi-million pound programme of investment, improvement and change has transformed Locomotion.

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Decorate your home

Buy copies of vintage travel posters, historic maps and plans, and photographs from our archive.

Shop online

Find the perfect gifts for your family and friends from across the Science Museum Group. Every purchase supports our museums.

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