August 2021

Northern Railway ran a series of special familiarisation trains round the line to Bedlington, then diverting to Morpeth before reversing and returning to Newcastle. They took the opportunity to invite a number of guests (including SENRUG) to join them on the train, though due to COVID social distancing regulations, guests were split across each trip to keep the event safe for everyone.

The special familiarisation train passes through Seaton Delaval on Friday 6th August 2021. Photo: John Brierley.