What’s on

Join us throughout 2021 for Climate Talks, a series of panel discussions, Q&As and events exploring the problems caused by climate change.

Explore issues around diversity and inclusion in STEM in Open Talk, a new series of online talks sharing the untold stories of science.

This is the original Rocket—George and Robert Stephenson's world-changing locomotive which kick-started a golden era of innovation.

Named after its legendary designer, this 'flying banana' is a beautifully preserved example of the High Speed Train which blazed a trail in 1976.

Experience the thrill of riding on the footplate of the world’s fastest steam locomotive in our exhilarating simulator ride.

Arrive in style by taking our quick, convenient road train between the museum and the Minster.

Amp up the G-force and conquer gravity in our outdoor play area.

Budding engineers and train drivers can explore and experiment in our play area for under-5s.

Rub shoulders with legends—Great Hall is home to awe-inspiring engines telling the world-changing story of the railways.

Explore a century of railway life in Station Hall, a former goods shed now home to our inspiring collection.

Enjoy a picnic, climb aboard the miniature railway or tackle the outdoor play area.

Inspirational, legendary and hugely ambitious—this is the story of the colossal engineering feats that allowed travellers to cross a continent in style.