National Railway Museum

All aboard for a fantastic day out! The National Railway Museum is a paradise for train lovers and history buffs.

Home to an unparalleled collection of legendary locomotives, including the record-breaking Mallard and the iconic Flying Scotsman, it’s a massive museum where you can walk under, around, and even through these incredible machines.

It’s huge, fascinating, and, brilliantly, entry is free! You could easily spend a whole day here, making it one of the best value attractions in the north.