Kynren – An Epic Tale of England – is marking the 200th anniversary of Locomotion No. 1’s first journey on the world’s first passenger railway with its own heritage-style station and replica steam engine.
The newly built Kynren Station, inspired by the architecture of Stanhope Station, sits within the show site, complete with a full-size replica of Locomotion No. 1, the same engine that powers one of Kynren’s most spectacular scenes. It offers a backdrop for selfies and family photos, and guests may even encounter some costumed characters by the platform.
This new feature is part of Kynren’s expanded pre-show experience, alongside the Viking Village, and celebrates the year-long S&DR200 festival taking place across County Durham and the Tees Valley. The official bicentenary will be marked on 27 September 2025, but events and installations are already drawing attention across the region within the national Railway200 campaign.
Anna Warnecke, CEO of Kynren said, “We’re proud to be celebrating 200 years of the Stockton & Darlington Railway – this moment in railway history changed the world, and it started right here in our region and in fact just up the road from Kynren. The replica station and engine are a fitting tribute and a fun addition to our growing pre-show experience. It’s been fantastic to see visitors discover our new station and replica engine this summer.”
Performances of Kynren – An Epic Tale of England run every Saturday night until 13 September, starting at sunset and ending under the stars. Tickets start from £30 for adults and £20 for under-18s. Children aged 3 and under go free when seated on an adult’s knee.
For further information and to book tickets, visit www.kynren.com.
