The Stockton and Darlington Railway is holding its Anniversary Journey this weekend, and Network Rail is urging those attending to remain safe and off the tracks.

The event runs from the 26th until the 28th and will feature a replica of Locomotion No. 1 and the passenger carriage Experiment.

With all the celebrations that will be going on over the weekend, and spectators planning to cheer on Locomotion No. 1, there are some safety concerns about trespassing.

Spectators should remain off the tracks to avoid putting themselves in danger and delaying the celebrations.

The event is free and open to all ages, with designated viewing locations along the route to keep people safe.

Further information on the event can be found here.

“We want the viewing public to have a fantastic time during this celebratory weekend, but we can’t stress enough how important it is to keep safe. The railway is full of both obvious and hidden dangers, and it’s never acceptable for the public to trespass onto the track for any reason. Our message is simple: enjoy the spectacle of the anniversary journey, but please do so from one of the designated viewing locations.”

Karen Duffy, Operations Director, Network Rail, North & East route