South Tynedale Railway
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Overview
The South Tynedale Railway is the highest narrow gauge railway in the North of England, winding for five miles from its home at Alston in Cumbria, into Northumberland and the terminus at Slaggyford. From beginning to end is an hour and a half round trip through some stunning North Pennine scenery, where you may spot deer, birds of prey, and even red squirrels. You could also leave the train for a walk on the South Tyne Trail. Bring a picnic or sample the food at the Crossing café in Alston or the Buffet Car café at Slaggyford, where there's free parking and gift shops at both stations. Photos: Dave Hewitt and David Williams (Calico Images)
Features
- Opening Times
- Opening Times: Open Apr-Oct, Tue, Thu and weekends; open daily during school holidays. Santa Specials in Dec please see website for full details
- Facilities
- Parking onsite
- Parking nearby
- Cafe
About the area
Cumbria's rugged yet beautiful landscape is best known for the Lake District National Park that sits within its boundaries. It’s famous for Lake Windermere, England’s largest lake, and Derwent Water, ‘Queen of the English Lakes', but other lesser-known areas in the south, such as the Lune Valley and the coastal towns, are secret gems of wide cobbled streets and rolling hills.
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