THE MISSION

To promote the railway and industrial heritage of South West Durham.

As a consequence of the regions abundant coal reserves, the determination and acumen of the local business community and the development of steam traction in the heartlands of north-east England the world’s first truly commercial railway would emerge from the coalfields of south west Durham.

The coming of the railways was to transform lives and landscapes forever!                                                  

Bishop Auckland and the Railways

Four Clocks Heritage Venture

The First Five Miles

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