# South Tynedale Railway

> South Tynedale Railway – The Friendly Heritage Attraction

Southern Tynedale Railway offers you therefore the young ones the chance to travel on trains hauled by perfectly preserved vapor that is classic diesel locomotives from Britain and offshore, through stunning countryside. A way that is completely charming travel with lots of time for family members natters and bonding.Trains run between Alston facility (875 feet above ocean level), and Kirkhaugh, after area of the old Haltwhistle to Alston branch line over the Tyne Valley in North East Cumbria. The line has recently been extended from Gilderdale (which will be now closed) to Kirkhaugh, a distance of some 2 kilometers.Enjoy scenic views associated with the Southern that is lovely Tyne, and stunning Pennine scenery, and appear down for wildlife such as for example soaring birds, deer, as well as red squirrels! Whichever route you travel you may be sure that there will likely be plenty for everyone to see and do!There is a railway store and refreshment facilities during the section, in addition to a picnic area as you sit back and relax in an antique carriage. This is a good anyone to bring the grand-parents along on as there is small lots and legwork of gentle enjoyable!

- Type: Experience
- Location: Alston, Eden, England
- Area guide: [Cumbria](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/discover/regions/cumbria)
- Booking: Not bookable online on HolidayFox; book direct on its website, http://www.south-tynedale-railway.org.uk/, or call +441434382828
- HTML page: https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-kehwCEiCmw7N/south-tynedale-railway

## Activities

- Railway and Transport Attractions
- Sightseeing and Attractions
- Experience

## Facilities

- parking available
- toilets
- picnics and food allowed
- food to purchase onsite
- wheelchair friendly
- pushchair friendly

## Suitable for

- Baby and Toddler (0-3)
- People
- Accessible
- Family

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## Nearby things to do

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- [Killhope Lead Mining Museum](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-qU9xoDd06lFw/killhope-lead-mining-museum)
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All things to do nearby: https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-kehwCEiCmw7N/south-tynedale-railway/near-by-experiences.md

## Questions and answers

### Where is South Tynedale Railway?

South Tynedale Railway is in Alston, Eden.

### What activities does South Tynedale Railway offer?

South Tynedale Railway lists Railway and Transport Attractions, Sightseeing and Attractions and Experience.

### What facilities does South Tynedale Railway have?

South Tynedale Railway lists parking available, toilets, picnics and food allowed, food to purchase onsite, wheelchair friendly and pushchair friendly.

### What is there to do near South Tynedale Railway?

Experiences listed near South Tynedale Railway on HolidayFox include Yad Moss ski tow, Killhope Lead Mining Museum, Ski-Allenheads, Mains Farm Camping and Caravan Site and Crackers Soft Play.

### How do I book South Tynedale Railway?

South Tynedale Railway doesn't take bookings on HolidayFox. Book direct on its own website, http://www.south-tynedale-railway.org.uk/, or call +441434382828.


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