Locomotion: The National Railway Museum at Shildon

Locomotion: The National Railway Museum at Shildon officially opened in 2004 and is the first National Museum in the North East of England.

The premier railway museum contains many exciting exhibits. It is located on a 6 hectare site incorporating historic monuments and buildings full of interactive displays and an eco-friendly building 'Collection' which houses up to 60 vehicles, many from the National Collection. The museum also includes a play area, picnic area, modern art monument, gift shop and cafe.

To 6 October 2009
Open daily 10.00 - 17.00

7 October 2009 - 31 March 2010
Open Wed - Sun 10.00 - 16.00
Closed Mon, Tues, Bank Holidays

Nearest station is Shildon. Follow brown tourism signs for site.

Nearest major road is A68. A68 onto the A6072 then onto the B6282 then follow brown tourism signs for the museum.

All areas accessible to disabled
Free on site parking
Parking and toilets for disabled
Ramp/level access
Guide dogs permitted
Café/restaurant
Picnic site
Toilets
Demonstrations

Free