28Nov
North Pole Express at the Tanfield Railway
East Tanfield Station, Tanfield Railway, Stanley · County Durham
16 miles awayRailways Tickets available Selected dates, 28 Nov – 24 Dec 2026
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Santa Express at Weardale Railway
The Santa Express runs from Stanhope Station on the 16-mile Weardale line in County Durham, with table seating, festive entertainment and a visit from Father Christmas with gifts for children. Gold and VIP seating are offered, the VIP coaches carrying fewer passengers. Runs 27-29 November, 5-6 and 12-13 December, then daily 18-24 December 2026.
What’s on
- Departs Stanhope Station on the 16-mile Weardale line
- Father Christmas on board with gifts for children
- Gold and roomier VIP seating options
- Runs 27-29 Nov, 5-6, 12-13 and 18-24 Dec 2026
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Christmas Daytimes at Beamish Museum
Beamish, The Living Museum of the North, Beamish · County Durham
17 miles awayTrams Tickets available Adults £2.50 Sat 21 Nov – Thu 24 Dec 202613Nov
Legendary Journey with Flying Scotsman: Darlington to Stanhope
Darlington Railway Station, Darlington · County Durham
24 miles awayRailways Selected dates, 13 Nov – 15 Nov 2026