Steam locomotive driving experiences available at the Tanfield Railway
The Tanfield Railway, widely regarded as the world’s oldest railway, has introduced a new hands-on visitor attraction in the form of Steam Driver Ex…
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Nexus donation boosts biodiversity for local railway
The Tyne and Wear Metro has donated used timber to the Stephenson Steam Railway in North Tyneside.
Tyne and Wear Metro to face line closures over Easter
Passengers on the Tyne and Wear Metro serving South Tyneside are advised to plan ahead and allow extra time for their journeys as a section of the lin…
New Northumberland railway station given green light
Northumberland Park Station in North Tyneside has received the green light from the Office of Rail and Road (ORR) and will open to passengers on Sunda…
Half of new Metro train fleet now in service
Half of the Tyne and Wear Metro's new train fleet is now in operational service, just one year after introducing the first of the new trains.
Track work to close a section of the Metro for six days
A six-day closure is planned for a busy section of the Metro line to allow for track work to take place.
Original Tyne and Wear Metro unit donated to Tyneside railway for preservation
The first of Tyne and Wear Metro's original trains has been donated to The Stephenson Steam Railway for preservation.
Old Tyne and Wear Metro Trains Are Being Recycled and Repurposed
The Tyne and Wear Metro is currently phasing out its old train fleet, which is being sent to be recycled.
Children travel for £1 on North Tyneside railway during August
Throughout August, children can travel on the Stephenson Steam Railway in North Tyneside for just £1, with under 5s travelling for free.
Employees Bring New Feel to Metro
Two new employees are providing a trans-Atlantic feel to the Tyne and Wear Metro.