This page last updated 30 March 2008
Operating days have been arranged as follows:
| Sunday 20th April 2008 |
Public Operating Day. With one of our steam engines running brake van rides. |
Sunday 11th May 2008 |
Rope Haulage Day. With one of our steam engines running brake van rides and a look inside of the Fabulous Hauler House at Blackhams Hill. Plus Demonstrations in Springwell Yard |
Sunday 15th June 2008 |
Coal train day. Demonstration runs of steam and diesel hauled coal and passenger trains between Springwell and Wrekenton, with shunting in Springwell Yard. |
| Sunday 6th July 2008 |
Public
Operating Day. With one of our steam engines running brake van rides. |
| Saturday 16th, Sunday 17th
August 2008 |
Toy and Model Railway Collectors Fair With one of our steam engines running brake van rides. |
| Sunday 7th September 2008 |
Public
Operating Day. With one of our steam engines running brake van rides. |
| Saturday 13th September 2008 |
Heritage Open Day Static site |
| Sunday 5th October 2008 |
Coal train day. Demonstration runs of steam and diesel hauled coal trains between Springwell and Wrekenton, with shunting in Springwell Yard. |
| Saturday 6th, Sunday 7th, Saturday 13th, Sunday 14th December 2008 |
Santa
Specials:
once again, Santa will be visiting Bowes Railway. Book early to
avoid disappointment Site telephone no. 0191 416 1847 (Tickets on sale from September) |
The Springwell site is also open for visitors Monday - Friday each week
between 10am and 3pm, although no trains will be running.
Visitors should use the staff (level crossing) car park on these days and call in to the Manager's Office.
Additionally, the site is also open on Saturdays, subject to availability of volunteer staff.
There is no charge for admission on non-operating days and a guide can often be found to show visitors the site. It is, however, advisable to telephone first, especially if coming from a distance (tel: 0191 416 1847). Visitors can see the various workshops, view the locomotives and rolling stock, and the exhibitions. Occasionally shunting movements may take place in Springwell Colliery Yard. Come and experience the feel of a genuine colliery environment.
Parking
Free parking. On operating days, visitors should use the main public car-park (signposted). On weekdays, the staff car park at the level crossing may be used
Disclaimer
Bowes Railway is maintained and operated by volunteer staff. Consequently, it is not always possible to provide all the advertised facilities. We will make every attempt to do so, but the following should be particularly noted:
Shunting by rope haulage will be demonstrated at Springwell subject to volunteer staff availability.
When trains are not operating, a guided tour of Blackhams Hill and the main winding engine may be available. This may be
by means of a single tour party, or on the basis of open access. Ask at the Kip & Dish tea room for details (or at the Manager's Office on weekdays).
Intending visitors who are interested in particular aspects of our operations should contact the site first (tel: 0191 416 1847) to confirm the availability of facilities.
Prices
We do not currently charge for casual visits on days when the site is open but not operating - usually weekdays and Saturdays
On our regular open days there will be an admission cost for the railways facilities and they are £5.00 Adult £2.50 O.A.P./ Child
Our pricing policy is subject to change without notice.
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This page last updated 30 March 2008 |