Buy someone a great present - the chance to step on-board a restored steam train and travel back in time on the Tanfield Railway in the North East of England (Postcode NE16 5ET) with tasty fish and chips to enjoy!
They will take a journey on this historic line from Andrews House station, which is easily accessed from Newcastle, Durham, Middlesborough and the wider North East. Hauled by a heritage steam locomotive with carriages from the 1800s and 1900s, the trip takes approximately 70 minutes.
Fish and chips (or sausage and chip / cheese patty) it as alternatives for guests who want an alternative to fish & chips) are served at the half-way point, to be eaten on the return journey. You will also be served with a drink and scrumptious flapjack or large biscuit.
Subject to suitable weather, we make a pause on the return journey to see the Causey Arch - an iconic North East industrial structure in an impressive valley setting.
Journeys depart in the afternoons and early evenings - with a spread between 13:00 and 18:00 approximately.
We have some great reviews, including:
"It was nice to have a bit of nostalgia from childhood memories"
"Staff was pleasant and helpful polite, questions through emails was quickly answered fantastic service"
"Lovely relaxing day out"
"Thank you to all who helped make our day feel really special. We all felt like VIP's. Well done!"
Dogs are welcome on-board, but must not travel on seats.
A lovely printed gift voucher with images and information can be posted to you for £2.50 - perfect for giving as a present.
They will take a journey on this historic line from Andrews House station, which is easily accessed from Newcastle, Durham, Middlesborough and the wider North East. Hauled by a heritage steam locomotive with carriages from the 1800s and 1900s, the trip takes approximately 70 minutes.
Fish and chips (or sausage and chip / cheese patty) it as alternatives for guests who want an alternative to fish & chips) are served at the half-way point, to be eaten on the return journey. You will also be served with a drink and scrumptious flapjack or large biscuit.
Subject to suitable weather, we make a pause on the return journey to see the Causey Arch - an iconic North East industrial structure in an impressive valley setting.
Journeys depart in the afternoons and early evenings - with a spread between 13:00 and 18:00 approximately.
We have some great reviews, including:
"It was nice to have a bit of nostalgia from childhood memories"
"Staff was pleasant and helpful polite, questions through emails was quickly answered fantastic service"
"Lovely relaxing day out"
"Thank you to all who helped make our day feel really special. We all felt like VIP's. Well done!"
Dogs are welcome on-board, but must not travel on seats.
A lovely printed gift voucher with images and information can be posted to you for £2.50 - perfect for giving as a present.
Gift Voucher Prices:
Two People - £60
Three People - £90
Four People - £120
Five People - £150
Six People - £180
We typically offer between 15 and 20 dates of this experience each year between February and October so your lucky recipient will have plenty of options to choose from.
Dates are released on January 10th 2025, but gift vouchers can be purchased now for Christmas 2024.
Redemption is easy through our booking system, via email or telephone.
Vouchers include travel, fish and chip meal, drink and baked treat.
Two People - £60
Three People - £90
Four People - £120
Five People - £150
Six People - £180
We typically offer between 15 and 20 dates of this experience each year between February and October so your lucky recipient will have plenty of options to choose from.
Dates are released on January 10th 2025, but gift vouchers can be purchased now for Christmas 2024.
Redemption is easy through our booking system, via email or telephone.
Vouchers include travel, fish and chip meal, drink and baked treat.
Frequently Asked Questions & Contact Us
Why is this the perfect present for my lucky recipient? We think there are lots of reasons this is a great gift! Your lucky recipient will enjoy a wonderful trip on one of Britain's beloved heritage railways behind a steam locomotive pulling vintage carriages. They will have tasty food and drink too! Finally, your voucher purchase makes a direct impact on the future of Britain's industrial heritage.
Can you cope with allergies? We can generally not manage allergies such as gluten, nut or dairy because the meals are prepared in small spaces with limited options. That said, our cream tea journeys can all be served gluten-free and vegetarian so we would recommend those options if these are your needs. All allergies must be notified when booking in a specific date by email.
I can't see 2025 dates - how can I book them and can I purchase a voucher now for Christmas 2024 that is used in 2025? You can currently buy gift vouchers for Christmas 2024 that are valid right through 2025 (for twelve months). Specific dates are released on January 10th for the full year so your lucky recipient can then come to our website for details. They are also more than welcome to contact us on 01629 380600 or [email protected] for assistance and details.
Do you do posted vouchers? Yes, for £2.50 which can be added to your purchase during booking.
I haven't received my posted gift voucher yet? We post vouchers daily in busy periods like Christmas and at least twice weekly in the rest of the year. Please wait one week after purchase then contact us.
What's the last posting date? The last posting date for Christmas 2024 is Friday December 20th. You need to have purchased by 23:59 on Thursday 19th for a posted voucher to be sent. You can still purchase vouchers after this time which are delivered by email and are printable.
Can vouchers be extended? Vouchers are valid for twelve months in which there are plenty of date options, but can be extended during their validity for a further six months for £20.
Are there plenty of dates? We work very hard to offer a very wide range of dates to gift voucher holders so they can choose a time of year and specific date that suits them.
When will these trains operate - times of day, days of the week and months? These journeys operate between March and October each year. They run generally at weekends (both Saturdays and Sundays) as well as some mid-week days too. These trips depart on afternoons between 12:00 and 16:00.
How long is the journey? The journey is approximately 60 minutes in total.
Where does the train leave from? The train leaves from Tanfield Railway's Andrews House station where there is free parking. The postcode is NE16 5ET.
They have limited mobility but can walk short distances? There are walks involved in a visit but there are things we can do to lessen these if you notify us when booking. Note that there are two steps onto the train, assisted by a grab handle.
Can I come as a wheelchair user? We are able to allocate specific seats in an accessible coach with ramps on most but not all train times / days. Please let us know when you were considering coming before booking and we can check this out for you.
Do you have car parking? There is lots of parking at Andrew's House station, free of charge.
Will we be seated together? All people on the same booking are seated together. If you would like to sit with another booking under a different name, you must contact us in advance. Your lucky recipient can always contact us for help.
Why is this the perfect present for my lucky recipient? We think there are lots of reasons this is a great gift! Your lucky recipient will enjoy a wonderful trip on one of Britain's beloved heritage railways behind a steam locomotive pulling vintage carriages. They will have tasty food and drink too! Finally, your voucher purchase makes a direct impact on the future of Britain's industrial heritage.
Can you cope with allergies? We can generally not manage allergies such as gluten, nut or dairy because the meals are prepared in small spaces with limited options. That said, our cream tea journeys can all be served gluten-free and vegetarian so we would recommend those options if these are your needs. All allergies must be notified when booking in a specific date by email.
I can't see 2025 dates - how can I book them and can I purchase a voucher now for Christmas 2024 that is used in 2025? You can currently buy gift vouchers for Christmas 2024 that are valid right through 2025 (for twelve months). Specific dates are released on January 10th for the full year so your lucky recipient can then come to our website for details. They are also more than welcome to contact us on 01629 380600 or [email protected] for assistance and details.
Do you do posted vouchers? Yes, for £2.50 which can be added to your purchase during booking.
I haven't received my posted gift voucher yet? We post vouchers daily in busy periods like Christmas and at least twice weekly in the rest of the year. Please wait one week after purchase then contact us.
What's the last posting date? The last posting date for Christmas 2024 is Friday December 20th. You need to have purchased by 23:59 on Thursday 19th for a posted voucher to be sent. You can still purchase vouchers after this time which are delivered by email and are printable.
Can vouchers be extended? Vouchers are valid for twelve months in which there are plenty of date options, but can be extended during their validity for a further six months for £20.
Are there plenty of dates? We work very hard to offer a very wide range of dates to gift voucher holders so they can choose a time of year and specific date that suits them.
When will these trains operate - times of day, days of the week and months? These journeys operate between March and October each year. They run generally at weekends (both Saturdays and Sundays) as well as some mid-week days too. These trips depart on afternoons between 12:00 and 16:00.
How long is the journey? The journey is approximately 60 minutes in total.
Where does the train leave from? The train leaves from Tanfield Railway's Andrews House station where there is free parking. The postcode is NE16 5ET.
They have limited mobility but can walk short distances? There are walks involved in a visit but there are things we can do to lessen these if you notify us when booking. Note that there are two steps onto the train, assisted by a grab handle.
Can I come as a wheelchair user? We are able to allocate specific seats in an accessible coach with ramps on most but not all train times / days. Please let us know when you were considering coming before booking and we can check this out for you.
Do you have car parking? There is lots of parking at Andrew's House station, free of charge.
Will we be seated together? All people on the same booking are seated together. If you would like to sit with another booking under a different name, you must contact us in advance. Your lucky recipient can always contact us for help.