Darlington railway goods shed given ?250000 for restoration

More recently, it was tenanted by Darlington Railway Preservation Society.

Historic England’s Giles Proctor described it as “one of the most important surviving railway buildings in the country” and said it was “wonderful that we are able to help secure its future as part of a visitor attraction that celebrates the history of steam locomotion”.

Mike Crawshaw, head of culture and heritage at Darlington Borough Council, added: “The goods shed is an important piece of Darlington’s rail heritage and a key focal point of the new development, where it will welcome visitors from around the world looking to discover our rich past.”

Historic England says the only comparable earlier building in the UK is the Grade I-listed railway warehouse at Liverpool Road Station in Manchester, which dates from 1830 and provided for longer-term storage.