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Where to find Santa in Durham 2024
The Weardale Railway - The Auckland Project
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Stanhope Station
Station Road
Stanhope
County Durham
DL13 2YS
Station Road
Stanhope
County Durham
DL13 2YS
Tel: +44 01388 526203
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TripAdvisor
- Excellent272
- Very Good115
- Average46
- Poor40
- Terrible91
Recent Reviews:
- Ken JBirmingham, United KingdomA pleasant trip in rural County Durham
Friday, 23rd August 2024This nice preserved railway runs from Stanhope to Walsingham and sometimes to Bishop Auckland. We had a large party of 30 and so booked in advance for one return journey, Excellent cafe and shop at... Read full review - Helen HCounty Durham, United KingdomOverpriced rubbish, very amateur
Sunday, 1st December 2024Nothing magical about this, absolute waste of money. £144 and our child got a grumpy Santa and a £1 teddy. Giving a baby a glass bottle filled with salt ? How is that Christmassy ! Talking about... Read full review - Sinead ASanta Express 2024Friday, 20th December 2024Just Wanted to thank the whole team for providing a magical trip for our grandson aged 4 yrs old on his first meeting in person with Santa Claus . All staff elves Rudolph and Santa were absolutely... Read full review
Facilities
Accessibility
- Access Statement - Please see below
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant
Group Travel
- Out of Hours Visits
Parking & Transport
- Car parking
- On site parking - Free parking at all 3 stations, but limited parking at Frosterley.
Provider Facilities
- Dogs Accepted - dogs accepted on trains
Access Information
Opening Times
| 2024 (1 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024) |
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| 2025 (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025) |
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* Check website for opening times.
Map & Directions
Road Directions
Nearest major road is A68. Leave the A68 at Harperley roundabout, jct with the A689 Crook-Wolsingham road, by travelling west along the A689 and park at Wolsingham Station (4 miles) or Stanhope Station (10 miles) to catch a train.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest main line station is Darlington Bank Top Station, with connections via Darlington North Road Station, along the Bishop Auckland branch line to Bishop Auckland Station, the eventual eastern terminus of the Weardale Railway. Weardale Motors service 101 from Bishop Auckland bus station to Wolsingham or Stanhope.
Highlights...
Stanhope, StanhopeStanhope - the green and tranquil market town at the heart of the Durham Dales and hub for outdoor activities.
The Weardale Railway - The Auckland Project, StanhopeAll aboard for a unique experience on the beautiful Weardale Railway, taking in the outstanding natural beauty and industrial heritage of Weardale.
