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*CANCELLED* Easter Holiday Family Fun

The Museum remains closed following COVID-19 advice

Historic Event

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Easter eggspress

Dates

Until 13 April 2020 (historic event)

About


The Museum remains closed following COVID-19 advice


Lots to get egg-cited about this Easter at Stephenson

The Museum re-opens for the new season on Saturday 4 April with a fresh new look. Come and enjoy new displays and interpretation detailing the story of the development of the railways from our region, highlighting the significant time spent here by railway pioneers George Stephenson and his son Robert. 

Sunday 5 April
Take a heritage train ride - all tickets half price!

Wednesday 8 & Thursday 9 April
Heritage train rides available on both days with Make and Take crafts on Thursday.

Good Friday Special, 10 April
Traditional Fish 'n' Chips from Codrophenia and heritage train rides. 

In the Museum: Easter crafts, trail, face painting and For Paws will be bringing a selection of springtime animals.

On board the train: Easter Hat competition; entertainment including a storyteller, magician, balloon twisting; visits from the Easter Bunny.

Easter Sunday Special, 12 April
Heritage train rides.

In the Museum: Easter crafts, trail, face painting and For Paws will be bringing a selection of springtime animals.

On board the train: Easter Hat competition; entertainment including a storyteller, magician, balloon twisting; visits from the Easter Bunny.

Bank Holiday Monday, 13 April
Heritage train rides