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Weardale Railway

Ride the rails of history through beautiful Weardale.

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Stanhope Station

Begin your journey on Weardale Railway at Stanhope Station or simply watch the world go by in our newly refurbished café. Trains regularly run from Stanhope to Wolsingham and Bishop Auckland.

Wolsingham Walks

An official 'Walker's Welcome' town, Wolsingham is an ideal starting point for a walk in the Dales and another stop on the Weardale Railway line.

Weardale National Landscape

Weardale is part of the North Pennines National Landscape. Enjoy scenic views of one of England's most special places from the comfort of Weardale Railway.

Stanhope Station

Begin your journey on Weardale Railway at Stanhope Station or simply watch the world go by in our newly refurbished café. Trains regularly run from Stanhope to Wolsingham and Bishop Auckland.

Wolsingham Walks

An official 'Walker's Welcome' town, Wolsingham is an ideal starting point for a walk in the Dales and another stop on the Weardale Railway line.

Weardale National Landscape

Weardale is part of the North Pennines National Landscape. Enjoy scenic views of one of England's most special places from the comfort of Weardale Railway.

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All aboard Weardale Railway for a journey through Weardale, a National Landscape.

Weardale Railway is an 18-mile heritage line connecting the historic market towns of Bishop Auckland, Wolsingham and Stanhope.

The railway is part of the Stockton to Darlington line, (famous for having the first passenger rail service in the world) which will celebrate its 200th anniversary in 2025. In years past, the railway dominated a large part of Bishop Auckland and served as a testament to the importance of the town on the wider area and indeed, the country as a whole.

In April 2023, we reopened the 16 mile stretch between Stanhope and Bishop Auckland, to connect communities in the dales with Bishop Auckland and create a popular destination for tourists. The Auckland Project and the Weardale Railway Trust will continue to work with the local community and other stakeholders to develop the railway.

Visit the Weardale Railway website for the latest fares and timetables.

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With so much to see and do, let us help you plan your perfect day out in Bishop Auckland.

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Itineraries

Our carefully planned itineraries will help you make the most of your visit to Bishop Auckland.

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The Story of the Auckland Project

The regeneration of a town through the arts, culture and heritage...

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Our Attractions

The Auckland Project is a unique collection of visitor attractions in and around Bishop Auckland. As a regeneration charity, our mission is to create positive change for those living, working in and visiting our town. By visiting our attractions, you are helping us to ensure that Bishop Auckland's future is as vibrant as its past.

Auckland Castle

Walk in the footsteps of the Prince Bishops of Durham, the original ‘Kings of the North’.

Walk in the footsteps of the Prince Bishops of Durham, the original ‘Kings of the North’.

Auckland Tower

Climb high to see far as you begin your adventure in Bishop Auckland.

Climb high to see far as you begin your adventure in Bishop Auckland.

Auckland Gardens

Awaken your senses in the landscaped gardens surrounding Auckland Castle.

Awaken your senses in the landscaped gardens surrounding Auckland Castle.

Spanish Gallery

The UK’s first gallery dedicated to the art and culture of the Spanish Golden Age.

The UK’s first gallery dedicated to the art and culture of the Spanish Golden Age.

Mining Art Gallery

An intimate and awe-inspiring collection of mining art.

An intimate and awe-inspiring collection of mining art.

Faith Museum

To understand the story of Britain, we need to understand the impact of faith on its people.

To understand the story of Britain, we need to understand the impact of faith on its people.

Deer Park

An outdoor adventure awaits in the historic Deer Park.

An outdoor adventure awaits in the historic Deer Park.

Weardale Railway

Ride the rails of history through beautiful Weardale.

Ride the rails of history through beautiful Weardale.

Kynren

Travel through time and watch legends come to life.

Travel through time and watch legends come to life.

Binchester

Binchester Roman Fort gives you an insight into what life was like for the Romans in County Durham.

Binchester Roman Fort gives you an insight into what life was like for the Romans in County Durham.

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