The BARBER  Project

For details about this iconic locomotive and our appeal to return it to its former glory.

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Please note that there is no road access to or from Kirkhaugh Station.

Refreshments may be available on certain dates from a buffet coach on the train (subject to availability of catering volunteers) - either during the journey for those riding in the coach or whilst the train is at Lintley Station

The journey takes about 30 minutes in each direction.

For further details about the railway, train services or special events, please contact:-

South Tynedale Railway, The Railway Station, Alston, Cumbria, CA9 3JB.

Telephone: (01434) 381696 or talking timetable (01434) 382828.

Fares:

Children up to 3 years travel free, except during some special events.

Child fares apply ages 3 to 15 inclusive.  

A family ticket is  2 adults and up to 3 children.  

10% discount available for pre-booked parties of ten or more.  

South Tynedale Railway Society members - 50% discount on adult fares for the member and one guest.

Keep your full price ticket and claim 50% off your next journey in 2012 - applies to adult fares only.

Dog Ticket: 50p per single journey / £1.00 per return journey.

Bicycle: 50p per single journey / £1.00 per return journey. Bicycles will only be carried if there is space available. Please check with the guard.

Different fares / restrictions may apply during special event days - please enquire for details.

A carriage with access for wheelchair users is available. Advance booking is recommended: telephone 01434 381696. A wheelchair accessible toilet is available at Alston Station.

Timetable 2012

On uncoloured days (white background), no train services will operate.

The South Tynedale Railway Preservation Society, being a voluntary organisation, will make every effort to maintain its advertised train service, but reserve the right to cancel or alter any train and accept no liability for any loss, inconvenience or delay thereby caused.