“Tanfield Railway is the world's oldest railway in Gateshead, UK. This standard gauge heritage railway offers a perfect family day out. Visitors can ride on the train and enjoy the beautiful scenery as steam drifts past the vintage carriages, creating a nostalgic atmosphere. The railway, with sections dating back to 1725, features restored tracks and operates preserved steam and diesel rolling stock. Tanfield Railway offers several options for hiring a carriage or a complete train on scheduled service days. The railway line runs between the southern terminus at East Tanfield in Durham and the northern terminus at Sunniside in Gateshead, covering three miles. Visitors can enjoy a six-mile round trip through the picturesque countryside.”
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