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Tanfield Railway
Old Marley Hill
Sunniside
Gateshead
Tyne and Wear
NE16 5ET
Tel: +44 0845 463 4938
Travel Directions
Type: Steam Railway
A 3-mile steam railway and the oldest existing railway in the world, based on a section of the 1725 Tanfield Waggonway Trains with variety of 100-year-old Victorian carriages. Travel into the scenic Causey Woods where the 1727 Causey Arch bridge is the centre piece in a deep valley with many walks and display boards giving the 18thC railway history of the area. Back at Marley Hill shed, the oldest working engine shed in Britain, built in 1854, a large collection of locally built and used locomotives can be seen. Please see website or ring for dates and operating times.
Opening Times
| 01/01/2010 - 31/12/2010 |
|---|
* Open all year, Sun & Bank Hol 1100-1700. Please call to confirm times.
Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Adult train ride | £8.00 per ticket type |
| Child Train Ride | £4.00 per ticket type |
| concession Train Ride | £5.00 per ticket type |
| Family Train Ride | £20.00 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).
Travel Directions
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
Payment Methods
- Groups Accepted
- Max group size - 30
- Min group size - 15
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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