OUR 2026 OPERATING DATES NOW AVAILABLE!
We reopen at the end of March 2026 following our winter maintenance
Afternoon Tea Trains
Coming Soon!
Next Running:
Steam on Sunday 29th March 2026
AVR Evening Talks
Winter 25-26
A selection of railway related talks held in the Old Waiting Room in Barter Books, in what was the magnificent Alnwick railway station. Held monthly from September to April.
Volunteering
The railway is run entirely by volunteers. Without their help we cannot exist. We welcome everyone from all walks of life, skilled or unskilled, to help us build, restore and operate this valuable heritage visitor attraction in the beautiful Northumberland countryside.
Dig deep, we need more coal!
One lump or two – reloaded!
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Know you are supporting the aims of the railway financially
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As a member of the Trust, you have an opportunity to shape its future
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Become a working volunteer to help build, maintain and operate the railway
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