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SDR 200 - Celebration walk and train ride

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Overview

A train ride and walk to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the Stockton and Darlington railway.

Meet at Shildon railway station to take the 10.30 train to Heighington (the world's first railway station!) (fare about £3.50).

Walk back to Shildon across farmland visiting the Locomotion museum. (free)

 

Friday, 26 September 2025
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
1:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
NZ 23547 25734
Nearest postcode:
DL4 2DH
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Start time:
10:30 am

Shildon railway station

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
Join now for just £3.58 per month
Register for an account for FREE