#WorkshopWednesday... Peter Weightman, the Project Leader for the extensive restoration of 116-year-old steam locomotive Horden, explains the history and restoration of the engine. Built by Andrew Barclay & Sons in Scotland, Horden was built new for Horden Collieries Ltd in County Durham, delivered there in 1904. There have been many interesting stories during Horden's working life. When the loco was ordered, Horden colliery didn't have mainline rail access, so the locomotive was delivered to ne

"The aim is to get as many people as possible using the new station, to put East Durham, and particularly Horden, on the map, and to give local people more opportunities.” It's full steam ahead for the new station at Horden - www.durham.gov.uk/horden | Durham County Council