Visit us and you can marvel at iconic locomotives, watch engineering work in progress in the Workshop. Open all year around we attract around 200,000 visitors a year and thousands of school groups. We has host large family events and major touring exhibits, and are a great day out.
Their is a engineering skills cab in the country and by inspiring the next generation we can help fill it. We are also a more part of our local community and as a museum we strive to help those around us and ensure we are open for all.
Engaging, Friendly, Relaible
We are a national Museum in the heart of County Durham
Our Opportunities
Our visitor ambassador volunteers play a role in ensuring that all visitors have an enjoyable time with us. You will be the friendly and welcoming face of the museum.