Awesome Science

28 July to 4 September

FREE Science activities and groovy experiments. Places are limited, so please call 01388 777999 for more information and to book.

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AUGUST 2008

Model Mania

9 and 10 August

Boats, planes and trains - 100s of examples of the model makers craft on show!

Passenger train operating

Co-op Community Family Fun Days

24  and 25 August
With free community stalls, Fairtrade produce tasting and Shildon's very own beach!
FREE Punch and Judy shows at 11.30am and 2.30pm

Chinese and Oriental Cultural Fete 

30 - 31 August

Oriental and Chinese crafts featuring: food including a Chinese noodle bar and Chinese spices, henna art, flower arranging, glassware, Chinese calligraphy, nail art, Chinese paper dragons

Plus Oriental Market Stalls presenting pearl jewellery, ankle bracelets, Chinese/Indian hand-painted bracelets and much more.

Heritage Open Days

11, 12 13 and 14 September

Your chance to go inside the Soho Engine Shed and learn more about Timothy Hackworth's role in the development of the railways.

Steam Gala

20 and 21 September

Annual gala featuring five classic steam locomotives. (details to be announced.)

Passenger train operating.

Vintage Vehicle Rally

October 5
For an application form please click here

Christmas Crafts and Gifts Fair

29 and 30 November

A wide range of seasonal crafts and gifts on sale.

Santa Specials

13-14 and 20-21 December

A chance to meet Santa and join the festivities.

Adult:£6.00; Child: £7.00
Family (2+2): £24.00
Family (2+3): £30.00

Price includes Steam Train ride, children's craft activities, brass band, a chance to meet Santa plus a quality gift for each child.

TICKET ONLY
For more information call 01388 777999