Stephenson Steam Railway

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Visit Stephenson Steam Railway

Travel back in time to when coal was king at the Stephenson Steam Railway.

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Plan your visit

Opening times until 1 November 2026

Saturday, 11am – 4pm (museum-only)
Sunday, 11am – 4pm (museum and train rides)
Thursday, 11am – 4pm, during school holidays only
Bank holidays, 11am – 4pm

Free museum entry (donations welcome). Free parking.
Charges apply for heritage train rides. Trains do not run on Saturdays.

Stephenson Steam Railway
Middle Engine Lane, North Shields, NE29 8DX

Tel: (0191) 277 7135 | Email: info@stephensonsteamrailway.org.uk

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