Tees Valley Line Rail User Group

02/09/2026

Northern flash ticket sale now on!

Tickets can only be purchased until Friday 4th September for travel between 9th September and 23rd October.

Available from ticket offices and online.

01/09/2026

This evening - come along and hear Ed Turner from London North Eastern Railway talk about the recent historic upgrades at Darlington and plans for the future. Note this is at the Lune Street Social Club in Saltburn at 18:30 - a few tickets are left which can be found at https://lner2026.eventbrite.co.uk

🚆 ON TRACK WITH LNER – SPECIAL TVL-RUG EVENT 🚆

We're delighted to welcome Ed Turner, Head of Public Affairs at LNER, to Saltburn on Tuesday 1 September 2026 at 18:30 for what promises to be a fascinating evening of discussion and rail industry insight.

Ed will be providing an update on:

✅ Developments in Darlington
✅ Passenger growth on the East Coast Main Line
✅ LNER's fleet strategy, including the Azuma fleet
✅ Future plans and investment across the route

There will also be a Q&A session, giving attendees the opportunity to put their questions directly to Ed and discuss all things LNER.

🎟️ Tickets are FREE but must be booked in advance:
👉 https://lner2026.eventbrite.co.uk

📅 Tuesday 1 September 2026
🕡 18:30
📍 Lune Street Social Club, Saltburn

This is a fantastic opportunity to meet Ed in person, hear about the future of LNER and the East Coast Main Line, and ask the questions that matter to you.

Please share with fellow rail enthusiasts and anyone with an interest in the future of rail travel in the North East.

🚄

28/08/2026

🚋 The wait is over!

We are delighted to announce that the iconic Saltburn Cliff Tramway will officially reopen tomorrow, Friday 28 August at 10.30am.

Following a major refurbishment programme and the installation of new handcrafted carriages, visitors can once again enjoy a ride on Saltburn's most treasured heritage attraction while taking in the spectacular coastal views that make Saltburn so special.

We look forward to welcoming everyone back on board! ✨

Click here to find out about the carriage replacement, opening times and more

https://redcarcleveland.co.uk/enjoy/saltburn-cliff-tramway/

Redcar & Cleveland Borough Council Visit Tees Valley England's Coast Enjoy Redcar & Cleveland

27/08/2026

🚆 ON TRACK WITH LNER – SPECIAL TVL-RUG EVENT 🚆

We're delighted to welcome Ed Turner, Head of Public Affairs at LNER, to Saltburn on Tuesday 1 September 2026 at 18:30 for what promises to be a fascinating evening of discussion and rail industry insight.

Ed will be providing an update on:

✅ Developments in Darlington
✅ Passenger growth on the East Coast Main Line
✅ LNER's fleet strategy, including the Azuma fleet
✅ Future plans and investment across the route

There will also be a Q&A session, giving attendees the opportunity to put their questions directly to Ed and discuss all things LNER.

🎟️ Tickets are FREE but must be booked in advance:
👉 https://lner2026.eventbrite.co.uk

📅 Tuesday 1 September 2026
🕡 18:30
📍 Lune Street Social Club, Saltburn

This is a fantastic opportunity to meet Ed in person, hear about the future of LNER and the East Coast Main Line, and ask the questions that matter to you.

Please share with fellow rail enthusiasts and anyone with an interest in the future of rail travel in the North East.

🚄

27/08/2026

🛠️East Coast Digital Programme upgrades mean that there will be no direct LNER trains to or from London King’s Cross on Sunday 30 August.

Please plan ahead and check for updates: lner.co.uk/travel-information/travel-updates

23/08/2026

Our September 1st meeting features Guest Speaker Ed Turner, Head of Public Affairs for train operator LNER. Please do come and join us! Non members are very welcome. Alternatively, send any questions you would like raising on the night - from dining to Darlington or ticketing to timetables.

12/08/2026

Starting high school is a big step - let Northern help make the journey easier.

If your child is starting Year 7 in the new school year, Northern are offering you and your child the chance to practice their new journey to school, with a complimentary Settling In ticket.

Find out more and discover where else you can explore on the Bishop Line by train this summer.

https://www.bishopline.org/explore

Northern Community Rail Network Darlington Borough Council Durham County Council

10/08/2026

The east car park and original footbridge at Eaglescliffe station is now closed until the end of August for refurbishment of the bridge to take place. Please use the new west car park and footbridge to access the station.