North Road Station Museum
Explore the story of Darlington’s pioneering progression of rail transport in the early 19th century in a museum housed in a Grade II* listed Victorian station.
The Goods Shed
This Grade II* listed building is the gateway to Hopetown Darlington.
Originally constructed in 1833, this building was originally used for handling freight in the early days of the Stockton & Darlington Railway (S&DR) and is the earliest known surviving railway Goods Shed in the country.
Now restored, The Goods Shed is home to the Clocktower Café, Hopetown Goods & Gifts and a digital media experience. Plus, look out for the working model railway!
The Goods Shed is sponsored by Willmott Dixon.
Clocktower Café
Located in the Goods Shed, the Clocktower Café is the perfect place for freshly prepared and locally-sourced meals and treats
Hopetown Goods and Gifts
Gifts from time travel curiosities to pocket money toys, and everything in-between
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The Carriage Works
Visit exciting events and exhibitions in the Exhibition Hall or explore our vast 30,000 railway collection in The Stores, both found in the Carriage Works
Stories
The Lily Laundry Lady
Meet Dorothy, otherwise known as they the Lily Laundry Lady, and listen to her story about one of our items in our collection...
Black Diamond - an ice-cream to top the Lemon Top?
With the help of suppliers Northern Bloc, we've designed our very own ice-cream which is exclusive to Hopetown Darlington.
Railway Coffee Morning
A group for men with a former connection with the railways and who may be experiencing social isolation to chat, reminisce and make new friends
Dementia Café
Dementia Café is a safe and welcoming space for those living with dementia, their friends & family, & anybody who has been impacted by dementia in any capacity
VENUE HIRE
Set in characterful surroundings, Hopetown Darlington is the perfect space to hire for any occasion - whether for work or play