What’s on

From steam spectaculars to exciting learning activities, Locomotion has something for everyone.

Keep an eye on this page and our social media channels for more information.

All events, exhibitions, activities and galleries

A Quiet Afternoon in the Cloud Cuckoo Valley

Behold an enormous-yet-intricate Rowland Emett sculpture, made of eight separate machines which come to life three times a day,

Lin Qi in orange hi-vis standing on a construction site

Railway Heroes

Exhibition

Online now
In the Collection Building from 19 May 2021

A collection of interviews with railway workers who have helped get key workers to and from their jobs and given back to their communities during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Shildon Rail Trails

Walk

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

Collection Building

Permanent gallery

Open

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

Talk at the National Science and Media Museum

Climate Talks

Online event

Throughout 2021

Join us throughout 2021 for Climate Talks, a series of panel discussions, Q&As and events exploring the problems caused by climate change.

Open Talk