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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Opening Times


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

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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About Stephenson Steam Railway

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North Tyneside Steam Railway Association

Become a volunteer and help preserve our heritage railway

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Accessibility Information

Everyone is welcome - find out what to expect when you visit

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School workshops

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