The Tanfield Railway is to welcome Furness Railway No. 20 as part of its Great North Festival of Railways in May.

Furness Railway No. 20 was built in 1863 and will make a visit to the railway on the 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 10th and 11th May.

No. 20 will operate alongside Tanfield’s home fleet of locomotives.

The Tanfield Railway is the world’s oldest railway and Tanfield300 is part of the year-long celebration of its 300th anniversary.

David Watchman, General Manager of Tanfield Railway, commented: “Bringing together the world’s oldest railway and Britain’s oldest working standard gauge steam locomotive is a truly historic occasion. Furness 20’s visit to Tanfield Railway is one of the highlights of our Tanfield300 celebrations and a unique opportunity for visitors to see a living piece of railway history in action. With a packed programme of steam-hauled services, guided tours, and hands-on heritage experiences, this event will be a must-visit for enthusiasts and families alike. We’re looking forward to welcoming visitors to Tanfield Railway to celebrate 300 years of steam and industry with us.”

Tickets are now available for the Great North Festival of Railways, and visitors are encouraged to book in advance to secure a ticket. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.tanfield-railway.co.uk.