What’s on

Join the Friends of the National Railway Museum (North East branch) throughout the year, with a series of talks uncovering local railway history.

Blow off some steam in our play area.

This Grade II-listed bronze statue makes its debut in the North East to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the Stockton and Darlington Railway.

Pioneering rail’s future with sleek design and revolutionary tilting technology, this experiment pushed boundaries for high-speed travel.

Behold the green magnificence of this George Stephenson design from 1823, the very first railway bridge to use an iron truss.

Get a driver’s-eye view from the cab of one of our most spectacular locomotives.

Step into the shoes of Peter the Railway Boy and journey through Shildon’s rich railway past. Devised by Seen and Heard, this trail brings to life one of the world’s first railway towns!

Railway history is all around us—take a walk to find out more.

With a design inspired by an engine shed, New Hall tells the story of the North East’s role in early railway development with six themed roads of railway vehicles.

Get up close to dozens of legendary locomotives from throughout railway history.

A special session for our pre-school visitors.

A special early-morning session for visitors with sensory needs who wish to explore the museum in a quieter environment.