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Calling all fans of the Lakeshore Railroad…
Lakeshore Railroad is the only public, steam working 9 1/2 inch gauge railway in the UK.
Lakeshore Railroad first opened in 1972 and can be found in South Marine Park, South Shields – at the bottom of our street, just a couple of minutes walk from our bed and breakfast accommodation.
Lakeshore Railroad promises a special weekend for steam train fans of all ages on Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th March 2019.
Highlights include…
– An intensive service featuring all available locomotives.
– Double and triple heading.
– A variety of train formations including demonstration goods and mixed services.
A ride on a locomotive costs £1.50 per person, under 3’s ride for free.
If you are looking for hotel accommodation close to Lakeshore Railroad, South Marine Park, South Shields our bed and breakfast best price and room availability is here Book Online.
Room information including photographs can be found on the Accommodation page of our website.
For more ideas of family-friendly things to do visit Family-Friendly.
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