County Durham volunteers to take part in annual community clean up
A dedicated ‘army’ of volunteers is gearing up to return along the Weardale Railway this spring, for the line’s annual community clean-up. Last …
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Autocar and Bubble Car to feature at Weardale Railway event
On Sunday, 15 March 2026, Weardale Railway will see its historic NER autocar running alongside British Rail Class 122 ‘Bubble Car’ for the first t…
Weardale Railway welcomes the legendary NER petrol-electric railcar
This winter, Weardale Railway will bring a piece of railway history to Stanhope with the return of the iconic North Eastern Railway (NER) Petrol-Elect…
Afternoon Tea On Board The Weardale Railway
The Weardale Railway is hosting an afternoon tea with a view for visitors to enjoy.
Weardale Railway Sees The Return Of The Santa Express
The Weardale Railway is bringing back its Santa Express train from 21st November to 24th December.
Get ready for Easter fun on County Durham railway
The Weardale Railway in County Durham is getting ready for Easter with more than enough activities to keep visitors entertained.
Steam locomotive Stanhope returns to the West Lancashire Light Railway
Kerr Stuart 0-4-2 saddle tank Stanhope has returned to the West Lancashire Light Railway from its home at the Apedale Valley Light Railway.