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Autumn Gala

Stephenson Steam Railway · North Shields24-25 October 2026
Visitors watch a steam locomotive billowing smoke whilst travelling on narrow-gauge railway tracks through countryside.
OCT 202624-25SAT
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Adult and child walking hand-in-hand alongside vintage railway carriages at a heritage railway station.
Father Christmas and six elves in festive costumes pose together outdoors at a Christmas event.

DATES

24-25 October 2026

TIMES

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A steam railway gala at Stephenson Steam Railway, organised by the North Tyneside Steam Railway Association.

The Autumn Gala takes place at Stephenson Steam Railway over two days, organised by the North Tyneside Steam Railway Association. It's a chance to see the railway's heritage in action, with the site's collection of locomotives and railway history on display alongside the usual attractions. Stephenson Steam Railway is also home to Billy, a forerunner of the Rocket and the third oldest surviving steam locomotive in the world, plus a woodland walk and a miniature light railway, so there's plenty to explore across the site during the gala weekend.

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Visitors watch a steam locomotive billowing smoke whilst travelling on narrow-gauge railway tracks through countryside.Stephenson Steam RailwayA heritage steam train ride, a railway museum, and a meet with the world's third-oldest working locomotive.North Shields · Free entry · booking required · free parkingSee full listing →

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Autumn Gala at Stephenson Steam Railway