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Bowes Railway

Springwell, Gateshead

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Preserved historic railway devoted to transporting coal with original buildings, cars & a cafe. Summary via Google

About Bowes Railway

Bowes Railway is a preserved historic railway on Springwell Road in Springwell. The site centres on the transportation of coal and retains original buildings and railway cars from its working past.

A cafe operates on site. The railway is equipped for children.

Opening hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 2:00 PM
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 2:00 PM
Friday
Closed
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

Other hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 2:00 PM
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 2:00 PM
Friday
Closed
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

What's nearby

  • Thompsons of Prudhoe Ltd - Springwell Quarry 200m away
  • Nisa Local 450m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

At a glance

Guest rating
4.3 / 5 (220 reviews)
Good for children
Yes
Food hygiene rating
5 out of 5 – Very good
Destination
Gateshead

Food hygiene rating from the Food Standards Agency.