We rode from Etal Castle end to Heatherslaw had a walk for an hour and returned. It meanders along the riverside for 20 minutes in a loop that end up only a mile from where it started at just over walking speed. Its totally charming with friendly helpful staff. There are loos and refreshments at both ends, but access at Etal is up a steep gravel path which may be difficult for some.The Black Bull at Etal does not serve food every day so the lovely tea room can be really busy.

Lovely afternoon trip on the railway. The lady in the ticket office kindly allowed us to try our nervous dog in the carriage before paying in case he wasn't happy. She then moved us to the wheelchair space for extra room as it wasn't in use at the time. The guard was lovely and spoke to everyone as he punched the tickets. Sadly during the return journey the rain got steadily worse and we cut short our visit, missing out the adjacent corn mill. We saw pheasant, mallards, geese and a heron during the journey.

We really enjoyed our trip on the railway. All the staff were friendly especially the guard who took time to speak to everyone whilst he checked the tickets. The ride through the countryside was delightful and we enjoyrd out visit to Etal.

Part of a bigger complex which has a cafe and toilets this little railway is a must for a relaxing break through the countryside. Great staff and very friendly. They showed us their other steam locomotive currently being restored for service. If you want more than the railway then take time to look around the historic site before or after your train ride

My first visit here. What a wonderful experience with such friendly staff. We were made very welcome to the railway whilst waiting for the train. The line which runs for about 2 miles travels alongside the river Till with lovely views. On arrival at Etal you can visit the castle ruins which are a few minutes walk from the station. Parking is available at Heatherslaw station. I’d definitely make a return visit here.

A narrow gauge railway, built from scratch, the most northerly steam railway in England. The line runs from Heatherslaw to Etal Castle, a trip of around 2 miles. The line follows the River Till on one side and fields of cattle and sheep on the other. As we passed a field of sheep we noticed one lying on her back with legs kicking. This can kill a sheep. When we got to the end of the line we told the train crew who, on the way back stopped the train, jumped over the fence and turned the Ewe back on her feet. You don't get that on the East Coast Main Line! A very pleasant ride.

April was a lovely time to travel on the railway as I’s sure it’s much more crowded in the summer. It’s fun to see the steam spewing out of this old world train as it chugs along the small gauge tracks. The guys who work on the train obviously get great joy taking care of the train. The towns at either end were are very charming.