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Locomotion: The National Railway Museum
Shildon
County Durham
DL4 1PQ

Tel: +44 01388 777999

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Facilities

Accessibility

  • All areas accessible to disabled visitors
  • Designated parking provided for guests with disabilities
  • Grade: Easy
  • Route Surface: Off Road
  • Toilets for disabled visitors

Catering

  • On-Site café/restaurant
  • Picnic Site

Parking & Transport

  • Car parking
  • On site parking
  • Parking (free)

Provider Facilities

  • Experience level - beginner
  • First Aid
  • Fitness level required - low
  • Route maps available
  • Self guided walks/cycle rides
  • Shop
  • Toilets

Provider Features

  • Distance (0-5 Km)
  • In town/city centre
  • Outdoor Attraction
  • Time (1 hour or Less)

Access Information

Opening Times

2026 (1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026)

* Contact museum for opening times.

Map & Directions

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