Rail Heritage

Discover the fun of Darlington's pioneering rail heritage.

Experience the atmosphere of the 'Golden Age of Steam' Darlington's Head of Steam Railway Museum. See and touch the original 'Locomotion No 1' - the first ever passenger-pulling engine in the world. The Museum is resplendent after its multi-million pound redevelopment.

Explore the North East's railway history, heritage and fun on Train Trail.

Visit the public sculpture, brick'Train', an amazing masterpiece by the renowned sculptor David Mach.

For more information, contact:

Information Darlington
13 Horsemarket, Darlington, DL1 5PW
telephone: +44 01325 388666
e-mail: tic@darlington.gov.uk