Steam Train Travel with Fish & Chips (Tyne & Wear)
Event Summary
Step back in time with a nostalgic journey on the world's oldest railway, dating back over 300 years. This relaxed one-hour round trip takes you through the scenic North East countryside as you travel in heritage carriages from the 1800s, hauled by a steam locomotive.
Your food is freshly prepared and collected at the halfway point, ready to enjoy on the return journey. Alongside your chosen food you'll also receive a refreshing drink and tasty flapjack or biscuit.
Menu Choices:
Please select your food when booking:
- Fish & chips
- Sausage & chips
- Cheese patty & chips (vegetarian)
Points to Note:
- Couples will be seated side by side and will travel forward in one direction of the journey and backward in the other.
- We do offer single tickets; however, these can only be purchased by contacting our enquiries team at [email protected] or by calling 01629 380600.
- A Family Ticket includes two adults and two children. Children are classed as aged 3 to 11 inclusive. Children under 3 travel free, however they are not provided with a meal and must sit on an adult's knee.
- The Tanfield Railway is the world's oldest railway and uses authentic Victorian wooden carriages. Most journeys feature a traditional compartment which feature bench seating in the original way, without a table.
- On some departures, you may be able to upgrade to an open carriage with a large picture windows and a table, subject to availability.
- These historic trains offer a fantastic insight into Victorian rail travel, but they do not feature modern day comforts we're used to today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer gluten-free or dairy-free options on this journey. All food is provided by a third-party local fish & chip shop and, as a result, we cannot guarantee the absence of allergens.
Please contact us before making a booking to discuss and confirm your specific requirements.
There is no on board catering facilities. There is a cafe at the departure station (Andrew's House), and you're welcome to bring any items you've purchased there with you on board.
We're delighted you are considering celebrating a special occasion with us!
Please note that access to your seats on board is usually limited before departure, as the train spends only a short time in the station between trips.
You're welcome to bring decorations to display in your compartment or on your table. For safety and preservation reasons, only Blue Tack is permitted - no tape or pins please.
If you'd like to bring a birthday cake, that is absolutely fine; however, candles are not permitted on board.
To make changes or cancel your booking, please contact us as soon as possible either by email at [email protected] or by phone on 01629 380600.
We are able to make amendments or refund without charge until the Monday prior to your trip at 23:59, if you have notified us in writing or spoken to a Visitor Support Officer by this time.
Between that time and 24 hours before your trip (usually several days), we can amend or refund your booking with a £25 administrative charge, helping us as a small business cover costs like food which might already have been ordered.
Within 24 hours of your journey's start time, we cannot make any amendments or cancellations. For full booking terms and conditions, please refer click here.
There are no toilets on board the train. However, toilet facilites, including accessible toilets, can be found at Andrew's House Station, Marley Hill carriage shed and East Tanfield Station.
All visitors booked on the same booking are seated together.
If you would like to seat other visitors with you later, please make a booking in the same name or contact us with their booking name so we can make the relevant arrangements.
The Tanfield Railway offers step-free access via a well-surfaced path from the car to the platforms. Ramps are available to assist with boarding the train.
A specially converted accessible compartment is available in one of our carriages. Wheelchair spaces are available, so please contact us in advance to discuss availability.
We encourage all visitors with mobility requirements to get in touch with us beforehand, so we can ensure your journey is as comfortable and enjoyable as possible.
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