Take a journey back in time on the

WORLD’S OLDEST RAILWAY

Take a journey back in time on the World’s Oldest Railway

Join us for an unforgettable journey on a vintage steam train with unique Victorian carriages and lovingly restored locomotives. Enjoy a six mile round trip through beautiful rolling countryside and a spectacular wooded valley.

Operating Days

24
April
East Tanfield Station
Saturday

Summer Running

East Tanfield Station | New Front St, Tanfield Lea, Stanley DH9 9UY
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25
April
East Tanfield Station
Sunday

Summer Running

East Tanfield Station | New Front St, Tanfield Lea, Stanley DH9 9UY
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01
May
East Tanfield Station
Saturday

Summer Running

East Tanfield Station | New Front St, Tanfield Lea, Stanley DH9 9UY
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02
May
East Tanfield Station
Sunday

Summer Running

East Tanfield Station | New Front St, Tanfield Lea, Stanley DH9 9UY
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03
May
East Tanfield Station
Monday

Summer Running

East Tanfield Station | New Front St, Tanfield Lea, Stanley DH9 9UY
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08
May
East Tanfield Station
Saturday

Summer Running

East Tanfield Station | New Front St, Tanfield Lea, Stanley DH9 9UY
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09
May
East Tanfield Station
Sunday

Summer Running

East Tanfield Station | New Front St, Tanfield Lea, Stanley DH9 9UY
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Volunteering

Help Keep YOUR HERITAGE alive for generations to come!

History

Dating back to 1725, Tanfield celebrates its 300th anniversary in 2025!

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Help our dedicated volunteers continue to preserve and develop the Tanfield Railway.

Operated and maintained by volunteers. Preserving North East industrial railway heritage.