WITH the Weardale Railway's future still in the balance, a group of enthusiasts are bringing trains back to the dale in miniature.
Eight working model layouts are on show at a Model Railway Exhibition in Stanhope Town Hall tomorrow and Sunday.
The Weardale Locomotive Preservation Group has teamed up with the Timothy Hackworth Model Railway Club, from Shildon, for the event which is open from 10am to 4pm both days.
There are trade stands and displays of photographs.
Admission costs £2 50, £1 for children and concessions.
The Weardale Railway, which ran between Stanhope and Wolsingham, went into administration in January with debts of almost £1m.
Accountants Price WaterhouseCooper has been working with funders and creditors to try to resolve the situation.
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