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LEGENDS OF INDUSTRY GALA

NOT TO BE MISSED!

Quick Details

Adult

16-59

£20.00

£ 18.00

Senior

60+

£1800

£ 16.20

Child

5-15

£ 5.00

Under 5s

FREE

£ 0.00

Celebrate Industrial Railway Heritage at its Finest!

Join us this June for the Legends of Industry Gala, one of the premier industrial railway events in the calendar and a highlight of our Tanfield300 celebrations! Taking place on the 19th, 20th & 21st June 2026, this spectacular event is a must-see for railway enthusiasts and families alike.

Join us for an unforgettable weekend as we showcase a visiting locomotive, Victorian carriages, demonstration freight trains and an intensive timetable that will bring steam train travel to life. Whether you’re a railway enthusiast, history lover, or simply looking for a fun family day out, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!

Event Highlights

Immerse yourself in the golden age of industrial railways with:

  • SIX home fleet steam locomotives operating alongside guest star. (subject to availability).
  • An intensive train timetable, providing non-stop action across the weekend.
  • Arts and craft activities for little ones.
  • Stunning photographic opportunities at historic sites like Marley Hill engine shed and Causey Arch.
  • Join one of our knowledgeable guides on a tour of Marley Hill Engine Shed.

Plan Your Visit
Event Dates:

  • Friday, 19th June 2026
  • Saturday, 20th June 2026
  • Sunday, 21st June 2026

Train timetables will be released soon.

Train timetables

Tickets & More Info: Tickets on sale SOON, save 10% vs the on the day price by booking online – check our website and social media for event updates and timetable information.

Two green steam locomotives outside a stone building, labeled 'Legends of Industry' on the bottom.

Don’t Miss Out!

The Legends of Industry Gala is a unique opportunity to experience history in motion, celebrate the power of industrial innovation, and enjoy a fantastic day out with friends and family.

Save the dates, and join us for an unforgettable journey through industrial railway heritage this June!

Photos from the 2025 Legends of Industry:

Vintage steam train at a rural station with trees and a stone building in the background. Two steam locomotives moving through lush greenery with clear blue sky.Steam locomotive with freight cars emitting smoke on a leafy track.

A green steam locomotive with carriages travels on tracks through a lush landscape.

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