Schools programme

Discover how computers keep the railways safe by inspiring your students with the real-life applications of coding.

Work together and follow your curiosity to get the most from our galleries by discovering objects and completing challenges in our Great Object Hunt trails.

Rub shoulders with railway legends from the past 200 years—from history-makers to record-breakers, Great Hall is home to many awe-inspiring engines.

Discover stories of passengers and journeys and explore over 100 years of railway life in historic Station Hall, a former goods shed now home to our inspiring collection.

Visit the balcony in Great Hall and discover the intricate details of railway history through seldom-seen objects from our vast collection of over 1 million items.

Discover how a steam engine works and find out the amazing story of how Rocket became one of the most famous engines of all time.