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Tanfield Railway
Oldest existing railway in the world, opened 1725. Steam-hauled passenger trains, vintage carriages, 61 locomotives and steam-driven vintage workshop. Please see website or ring for dates and operating times.
Special Offers
- Buy 1 ticket get 1 free with the Discover Pass. (T&C: Does not apply to Santa trains in December.)
More offers like this - Great savings with the Discover Pass
Opening Times
| 01/01/2008 - 31/12/2008 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Monday | Closed | |
| Tuesday | Closed | |
| Wednesday | Closed | |
| Thursday | Closed | |
| Friday | Closed | |
| Saturday | Closed | |
| Sunday | 11:00 | 17:00 |
| Bank Holiday | 11:00 | 17:00 |
Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Family Train Ride | £15.00 per ticket type |
| Adult train ride | £6.00 per ticket type |
| concession Train Ride | £4.00 per ticket type |
| child Train Ride | £3.00 per ticket type |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest station is Newcastle. Underground to Gateshead Metro - X30/X31 bus to railway (Mon-Sat). Any bus to Sunniside (daily).
Facilities
Accessibility
- All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Ramp / Level Access
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant - Small tea room serving hot drinks and sweets on train operating days only.
- Picnic Site
Provider Facilities
- Toilets
Target Markets
- Family Fun
- Marketed Towards Senior Citizens
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Guided Tours Available for Groups
Languages spoken
- German spoken
- Italian spoken
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Tanfield Railway
Old Marley Hill
Sunniside
Tyne and Wear
NE16 5ET
Tel: +44 0191 3887545
Fax: +44 0191 3874784
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