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14/10/2026

Meet the Engineers | Tannaz Pak ⚡

Tannaz Pak is Associate Professor in Energy and Environmental Engineering at Teeside University, where she balances researching, teaching and leading academic programmes.

Discover more about why Tannaz chose an engineering pathway in our pop-up ‘Meet the Engineers’ exhibition in Main Hall 😊

12/10/2026

Calling all budding photographers aged 25 and under! 📸

Entries are now open for the Young Railway Photographer of the Year competition!

This year, we’re inviting young people to consider how railways connect people, places and communities through the theme ‘The Journey and the Destination’.

For more information and to submit your entry, head to our website using the link in the comments 😊

10/10/2026

Discover the links between light, communications and the railways!🚦

Take on our light and sound challenge, explore the science of colour, make your own railway signalling flags, meet astronomers, and enjoy spooky storytelling adventures.

Join us on Saturday 31 October and Sunday 1 November to join in the fun 💡

Find out more using the link in the comments ✨

08/10/2026

What is a tri-mode locomotive? 🤔

Last year, as part of our celebrations marking 200 years of modern rail, we brought together a special line-up of innovative vehicles to explore what the future of rail could look like.

Join curator Rob Scargill as he takes a deep dive into these vehicles and how they could help tackle some of the biggest challenges facing UK rail.

Watch the full video now on our YouTube channel using the link in our bio 😊

With thanks to:
Rail Operations Group
Transport Design International
VTG

06/10/2026

Meet the Engineers | Tom Maloney 🛡️

Tom is a Weapons Engineer in the Royal Navy, where no two days are the same.

Learn more about Tom’s journey to engineering in our pop-up ‘Meet the Engineers’ exhibition in Main Hall 😊

04/10/2026

Enjoy a free after-hours stargazing evening at Locomotion this October ✨

From 17.30 – 20.30 on Saturday 31 October, meet members of the Bishop Auckland Astronomical Society to learn the basics of astronomy!

Discover the connection between light and space with free activities, see what you can spot using the society’s high-powered telescopes, or even bring your own telescope along for advice on setting it up.

Find out more on our website 💫

02/10/2026

Get stuck in with STEM this October half term! 🧪

Celebrate Science is back at Locomotion from Tuesday 27 – Thursday 29, in partnership with Durham University.

Join us for live demonstrations, hands-on experiments and creative activities for the whole family 🤩

Book your free admission tickets now using the link below 😊

https://www.locomotion.org.uk/whats-on/celebrate-science

01/10/2026

Discover railways in miniature this weekend! 🚂

The Shildon Model Railway Club Exhibition returns this Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 October, with over 20 model layouts in various gauges on display, plus plenty of trade stands offering all you’d need to enjoy the hobby at home.

We are expecting a busy weekend, so please make sure to pre-book free admission tickets on our website. If you’re parking off-site, please park considerately and be respectful of our neighbours.

We look forward to seeing you there! 😊

29/09/2026

Meet the Engineers | Charlotte Briers 🛞

Charlotte Briers is ALSTOM's Rolling Stock Performance Lead at the historic Derby Litchurch Lane Works where she has been part of delivering some of the UK’s most significant rail projects.

Find out more about the work Charlotte does in our pop-up ‘Meet the Engineers’ exhibition in Main Hall 😊

27/09/2026

🎈 It’s our birthday!

Today marks 22 years since Locomotion first opened its doors in Shildon 🎉

A lot has changed since opening day in 2004. Do you remember your first visit to Locomotion? We’d love to hear your memories 😊

Address

Locomotion, Dale Road Industrial Estate
Shildon
DL42RE

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 4pm
Tuesday	10am - 4pm
Wednesday	10am - 4pm
Thursday	10am - 4pm
Friday	10am - 4pm
Saturday	10am - 4pm
Sunday	10am - 4pm

Telephone

+443300580058

Website

http://www.locomotion.org.uk/

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