16 October 2026
Creative Writing Competition
Send in your stories, poems, scripts - anything that tells us about 200 years of history at Bowes Railway, Springwell Colliery and its people. Characters, technology, drama - all up for grabs!
Upcoming Events
16 October 2026
Art Competition
Paint, draw, create to help us celebrate 200 years of history. Images of the railway; the pit; the people - How will you capture the scene?
31 October 2026, 04:00 PM - 31 October 2026, 07:00 PM
Halloween
SpoOoOoky season is fast approaching! Book your Halloween tickets now for our Halloween Spectacular!
Past Events
05 November 2024
FIREWORKS DISPLAY BONFIRE & FAIRGROUND
Tuesday 5th November 2024 5pm-8pm£6 per adult £4 per child Get ready for Bowes Railway’s annual Bonfire & Fireworks Evening Gather your friends and family for a fun-filled night of funfair rides, music and a giant bonfire, followed by an amazing firework display! Hot food & drink will be ava...
30 April 2026
Heritage Group
A great opportunity to meet new friends in a warm and friendly space! Chat about your memories, stories and family histories. Explore the fascinating history of our local area and delve into the museum’s archives Work alongside local artists to bring our history alive and create a special souvenir b...
10 September 2026
Art Group
The art group at Bowes is different! Develop your drawing and painting skills in a unique setting with support and encouragement from other artists. Local artist are warmly invited to help us celebrate 200 years of history, and use our fantastic site and archives as inspiration for your work.
22 April 2025, 10:00 AM - 22 April 2025, 12:00 PM
Easter Family Fun Day 2025
Easter Family Fun at Bowes Railway! Tuesday 22nd April 2025 10am-12pm Only £4 per child This year’s egg-cellent Easter event at Bowes will include fun activities, creating your very own egg to display in our miniature Bowes Railway station (pictured above), colouring your own Easter Bunny, p...
16 April 2026, 10:30 AM - 16 April 2026, 12:00 PM
Build You Own Bug Hotel
Join us and the Waste & Recycling Visitor and Education Centre to make a Bug Hotel entirely out of re-used materials! Suitable for ages 7 and above; if you are under 18, make sure you bring at least one responsible adult with you. To book, please contact: barryhall@communityopportunities.co.uk.
13 June 2026, 10:00 AM - 14 June 2026, 04:00 PM
Springwell Village 1940s Event
Step back in time and experience the spirit of wartime Britain at the Springwell 1940s Weekend 2026. A fantastic family-friendly event filled with vintage charm, live entertainment, military displays, classic vehicles, reenactors, music, dancing, traders, and immersive heritage experiences.
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