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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.
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This Grade II* listed building is the gateway to Hopetown Darlington.
Originally constructed in 1833, we think this is the second-oldest goods shed remaining in the country. This building was originally used for handling freight in the early days of the Stockton & Darlington Railway (S&DR).
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!
Located in the Goods Shed, the Clocktower Café is the perfect place for freshly prepared and locally-sourced meals and treats
Gifts from time travel curiosities to pocket money toys, and everything in-between
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.
Visit the Brick Journeys exhibition in the Exhibition Hall or explore our vast collection of over 30,000 railway objects in The Stores.
Darlington-based artist Jonny Lancaster is inspired by the vintage travel posters of the early to mid-twentieth century.
With the help of suppliers Northern Bloc, we've designed our very own ice-cream which is exclusive to Hopetown Darlington.
Find out about Hopetown's connection with pottery, past and present.
Enjoy a cup of Tea Enthusiast's exclusive blend in the Clocktower Café or buy some from Hopetown Goods and Gifts to experience a little bit of Hopetown at home.
Set in characterful surroundings, Hopetown Darlington is the perfect space to hire for any occasion - whether for work or play