1940s steam locomotive to be recreated at Durham railway
On the 17th and 18th October, the Tanfield Railway is running its 'Run It' Gala and is recreating a forgotten steam locomotive.
Direct Newcastle to Bedford trains during East Coast upgrade
On Sunday, 30th August, there will be no direct London North Eastern Railway (LNER) services between Peterborough and London King's Cross.
Steam locomotive 5043 Earl of Mount Edgcumbe to visit Newcastle
5043 Earl of Mount Edgcumbe will head to Newcastle this Friday, 12th June 2026.
Weardale railway to welcome Inspiration Train to Stanhope
A week-long visit by the nationally touring Inspiration Train is set to bring additional visitors to Weardale Railway, with a programme of community e…
Timetable adjustments for Northern passengers this May
Northern is advising passengers to check before they travel ahead of a national timetable change on Sunday, 17 May, which will bring revised train tim…
Passing of teenage girl following incident in County Durham
British Transport Police have confirmed the tragic passing of a teenage girl in the Shildon area of County Durham.
This follows an incident reported …
Romic HST to visit County Durham for special services
A brand new visitor to the Weardale Railway has been announced.
Watch: Network Rail use drones in fight against trespassers
Network Rail is using drone technology to prevent lineside fires that spread because of the action of trespassers on the railway.
Newcastle United president drives locomotive to mark 80th Birthday
Bob Young OBE, Honorary President of Newcastle United, has marked his 80th birthday by taking the controls of a historic Sentinel locomotive on the We…
Weardale Railway announces family-friendly Easter weekend
Families across North East England are being invited to take part in a festive Easter celebration as Weardale Railway hosts a weekend of seasonal acti…