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Locomotion
Dale Road Industrial Estate
Shildon
County Durham
DL4 2RE
Tel: +44 0800 0478124
OnlineBooking
Book Tickets
Guide Prices
Free admission and free parking. Please book your ticket in advance.
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous
North East England Tourism Awards - Tourism Event of the Year - Bronze 2014 - Visit England
Quality Assured Visitor Attraction 2017 - Regional and Miscellaneous
Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence 2018 - Visit Britain
We're Good To Go 2020 - Regional and Miscellaneous
WTTC Safe Travels 2021
TripAdvisor
- Excellent632
- Very Good344
- Average101
- Poor28
- Terrible18
Recent Reviews:
- Cheekycockney190757Basildon, United KingdomWonderful glimpse into the past in a modern setting
Monday, 5th July 2021Visited on Wednesday 19th May 2021 Locomotion, Shildon. I was excited to have my first visit here on the day it reopened post lockdowns. Had to pre-book for the free ticket in a designated time slot... Read full review - realdeal_9north east englandTrip Type:BusinessSUPERB DAY OUT 28/07/21Wednesday, 28th July 2021Booked online free tickets for family and father in law and went today as first day this year for the flying scotsman here for two weeks.left a donation whilst inside.we all had a fab time and lots... Read full review
- B422XWannbGreat day out for all the familyFriday, 30th July 2021Afternoon tea was fantastic, the cakes and sandwiches were varied, portions generous and quality excellent. Added a real sense of occasion to our visit. To see 'The Flying Scotsman' again, after a... Read full review
Facilities
Accessibility
- Access Statement - Please see below
Parking & Transport
- On site parking - Free parking
Access Information
Opening Times
| 2021 (1 Jan 2021 - 31 Dec 2021) |
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Map & Directions
Road Directions
Nearest major road is A68. A68 onto the A6072 then onto the B6282 then follow brown tourism signs for the museum.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest station is Shildon. Follow brown tourism signs for site.
Highlights...
Rail Rocks!, ShildonA walk linking local geology with the railways.
Locomotion: Guided Tours, ShildonJoin one of our knowledgable guides for a tour exploring the fascinating stories behind the objects on display at Locomotion. Free Tour, every weekday 11:00 - 16:00. Suitable for all ages. Call 01904 685 780 to confirm tour.
Walk - Locomotion & Historic Shildon, ShildonDiscover the coming of the railways in the world’s first railway town, one in a series of walks for children produced by Bright Water Landscape Partnership.
Wednesday, 28th July 2021 - Tuesday, 17th August 2021
The Flying Scotsman at LocomotionFamilies and steam enthusiasts across the region can see world famous engine Flying Scotsman this summer for free at Locomotion in Shildon, the only chance to see the famous locomotive up close in the North East this year. The record-breaking A3 class Pacific locomotive, no. 60103 will go on…- more info
