Go as you Please Category: Exhibition February 2024 – February 2025 An exploration of rail travel from the perspectives of people with lived experience of D/deafness, disability and neurodivergence.
Shinkansen: High-speed revolution Category: Star object On display Take a look at our first-generation 1960s bullet train, which led a revolution in high-speed train travel.
Model Railway Category: Museum space Open Marvel at the trains on our magnificent model railway as they navigate a changing landscape.
Signalling demonstration Category: Demonstration See page for details Find out how railway signals work and see our historic model layout in action with our award-winning volunteers.
North Shed Category: Museum space Open daily Step into the North Shed where an assortment of railway oddities awaits. Explore our collection up close to discover the rich history of thousands of items.
Great Hall Category: Museum space Open daily Rub shoulders with legends—Great Hall is home to awe-inspiring engines telling the world-changing story of the railways.
Station Hall Category: Museum space Closed for refurbishment Explore a century of railway life in Station Hall, a former goods shed now home to our inspiring collection.