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Bowes Railway

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Open tomorrow at 11:00-12:00,13:00-14:00
Address:
Springwell Rd, Springwell, Gateshead NE9 7QJ, United KingdomMap
Phone+44 7850 916484
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  • edgejedi
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    Historic railway experience not to be missed!

    The hardworking volunteers work tirelessly to keep the areas well presented, making each visit an experience, tailoring particular interests or providing a wider overview of the industrial railways of...

    Reviewed on Apr 2, 2024
  • angieb272
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    Definitely worth a visit!

    We spent a wonderful couple of hours learning about the railway history. Run by lovely volunteers this place is a gem! We had a guided tour with Barry who was very knowledgeable and a joy to listen t...

    Reviewed on Aug 24, 2023
  • Traveller1999
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    Avoid the tearoom unless they up their game.

    Excellent 1940s event. Credit to all volunteers and participants. But oh the tearoom/cafe. The coffee was the worst I have ever bought it was flavourless, just like barely coloured hot water. And ch...

    Reviewed on Jun 27, 2022
  • grahamsL9948IV
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    Outstanding school trip

    We had an incredible few hours here on a school trip. The guides were very knowledgeable. The site is a great place to explore some fascinating local history. Highly recommended!

    Reviewed on Nov 11, 2021
  • Amanda H
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    Excellent railway history museum

    Excellent guided tour by Dave this morning. As an ex miner he can really tell you first hand about the work in and around a mine. This was George Stephenson’s cable railway built 1826 for John Bowes...

    Reviewed on Aug 12, 2021

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