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Right now
Open
Price
Free
Allow
Half day up to a full day
How we use price bands
These are broad planning guides for a typical visit, not exact prices. Check the venue before travelling.
- Free
- No regular admission fee. Parking, donations, travel or optional activities may still cost extra.
- Low
- Usually a small charge or donation, broadly up to £10 per person.
- Medium
- A typical paid visit, broadly around £10–£25 per person or a moderate family ticket.
- High
- Usually a larger day-out cost, broadly over £25 per person or for a family ticket.
About this activity
A railway-themed visitor attraction spread across historic buildings and outdoor spaces. Free admission includes North Road Station Museum, railway collections, the locomotive works viewing gallery, Wagon Woods adventure playground and the café. Some exhibitions, experiences and train rides cost extra. A free site ticket is required, and booking ahead is recommended. The site also opens on Mondays during school holidays.
Opening hours
- monday
- Closed
- tuesday
- 10:00–16:00
- wednesday
- 10:00–16:00
- thursday
- 10:00–16:00
- friday
- 10:00–16:00
- saturday
- 10:00–16:00
- sunday
- 10:00–16:00
Opening times can change. Check the venue website before travelling.
Plan your visit
Location
McNay Street, Darlington, County Durham, DL3 6SWKeep exploring
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