Brilliant place to visit, all about trains
4.5
4.5
Date of visit: September 2025
I have experience of challenges around: moving around
Overall Rating
Excellent
Given it's the 200th anniversary of the Stockton to Darlington Railway and we were in the area, it was a must to visit. It has some great engines, it's free, and has a changing place! There is a footpath to see the exterior of the old railway buildings like Timothy Hackworth's house, and when we visited Flying Scotsman was also there.
Disabled Access In and Around
Excellent
Entrance was easy, as the building is modern, and we level inside, there are ramped areas to see the carriages more easily and I did need assistance to get up these from a family member.
Parking & Transport
Excellent
We came by car, and there are loads of disabled spaces. Shildon Station is about half a mile away and is accessible by a level footpath
Accessible Toilets
Excellent
There is a changing place at the back of the main hall
Staff
Excellent
Staff were friendly and helpful, especially the volunteers
