What’s on

Get the chance to meet real-life railway engineers as part of the museum's programme of summer activities.

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-6s.

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.

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.