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Get Involved

There are many ways in which people of all ages can get involved in the life of the Museum and railway. There are opportunities through talks, activities and volunteering.

Volunteers

To find out more about volunteering for Tyne & Wear Museums please visit the Volunteering Section for more information.

North Tyneside Steam Railway Association (NTSRA)

Formerly the Monkwearmouth Station Museum Association the NTSRA was formed in the late 1980's at the Stephenson Railway Museum. The association is managed by a committee that meets quarterly and has an Annual General Meeting yearly. The association exists to provide a volunteer workforce to assist with the maintenance and conservation of locomotives and rolling stock. During the spring through to the autumn the volunteers operate the steam train service from Museum to Percy Main, approximately a four mile round trip. Duties include Drivers for both steam and diesel locomotives, Fireman, Guard, Shunter and Operations Controller, all are vital for the successful and safe running of the railway. New volunteers are always welcome, training will be given on the technical aspects of running trains and in personal and passenger safety. Some of our volunteers have engineering skills however just as important are organisational and administrative skills. If you decide to join us you'll find a variety of jobs that need doing and something to suit everyone.

Membership fees,
Adult £9.00
Family member £14.50
Concessions and Juniors £4.50