Special Trains

In partnership with

Weardale Beer Trains are returning in 2025!

Watch this space -

5 dates to be announced.

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Saturday 16th August 2025 - Edinburgh

by Inter-City 125 High Speed Train

The first ever outgoing charter from Stanhope on the Weardale Railway

From Stanhope (yes, you read that right!)

Calling at Frosterley, Wolsingham, Witton-le-Wear, Bishop Auckland, Shildon, Newton Aycliffe, Darlington, Durham, Chester-le-Street and Newcastle.

Outward via the Stillington Line and East Coast Main Line

Return via the West Coast & Tyne Valley Lines.

Full details coming soon....

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Date to be decided...

Santa's Special Train,"The Festive Capital Express"

London, by Inter-City 125 High Speed Train

From Bishop Auckland, Shildon, Newton Aycliffe, Darlington, Northallerton and York.

Join us on a festive journey to London complete with Santa for the children, carol singers and around 7 hours in the capital to enjoy the sights and sounds of Christmas in London.  More details soon!

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