North Yorkshire Moors Railway
The NYMR is where history comes alive on a magical adventure for all ages promising memories that will last a lifetime. Visitors can experience the nostalgia of travel from bygone times and journey back through time along 24 magnificent miles between Pickering and Whitby – one of Britain’s greatest heritage journeys.
A Brief History
In June 1967 a small group of local people formed the North Yorkshire Moors Railway Preservation Society. Its members were convinced that operating the line between Grosmont and Pickering could be viable if sufficient voluntary help was forthcoming. From one person in 1972 the numbers have grown with over 550 volunteers.
In June 2023 we were very proud to welcome His Majesty King Charles III who visited to mark the 50th Anniversary of the official opening of the railway (1973-2023). The King travelled behind Flying Scotsman in the Royal Carriages and met the railway’s CEO and longstanding volunteers.
Hidden Gems and Interesting Facts
Pickering Station is a must-see 1930’s themed station which will transport you back in time to the steam era.
Don’t miss the celebrity station, Goathland, which became Hogsmeade Station in the first Harry Potter film.
Explore Grosmont Station which is home to the operating and engineering world of the NYMR. If you are lucky, you might be able to catch a sneaky peak at the work taking place on our engines!
Visit Whitby with its narrow streets and bustling harbour overlooked by the striking ruins of Whitby Abbey.
What We Offer Our Visitors:
We offer an adult all day, all line, rover ticket as well as tickets for shorter journeys. Children travel FREE.
During the year there are various events including children’s Easter activities, Steam Gala and Santa Specials.
Why Choose Us for Your Next Day Out in Yorkshire:
The North Yorkshire Moors Railway is one of the world’s greatest heritage railway experiences with thrills and family fun at its heart. Climb on-board a steam or heritage diesel train and experience 24 miles of Yorkshire’s amazing scenery at this must-see visitor attraction.
Activities, Tours, Exhibits & Events:
Download our free Station Stories app to discover Goathland and Grosmont Stations. Make the most of your visit using the Hotspot and Audio Tours to find out about the stories behind the buildings around the stations.
At Goathland discover the people who have and still work here in the ‘Who works here?’ feature. Along with three family-friendly games to play:
🚂 Platform Positions - match the buildings to complete our station plan.
🤷♂️ Who Lives Here? - discover the animals who call Goathland Station their home.
📦 Cargo Conundrum - can you collect the right cargo for the customers?
At Grosmont discover the fascinating industrial history where ironstone from the local mines was transported by rail to Whitby. You'll also find three new games to play:
🕒 Tunnel Vision - complete the tunnel wall jigsaw before the timer runs out.
🎨 Picture Perfect - select a colour and fill-in the Grosmont scene.
🍽️ Mealtime Medley - drag the correct food to the Otter pup and Barn Owl chick.
Take a Grosmont Engine Shed Tour and see what happens behind the scenes at the locomotive sheds.
Book a Steam Footplate Experience and relive the golden age of steam and experience a truly unforgettable journey on a heritage steam locomotive footplate. Or book a Diesel Cab Experience and ride on the footplate of a heritage diesel locomotive – one of the workhorses of Britain’s railways.
Family Friendly Activities & Activities For Kids
Download our free Station Stories app to discover Goathland and Grosmont Stations. Make the most of your visit using the Hotspot and Audio Tours to find out about the stories behind the buildings around the stations.
At Goathland discover the people who have and still work here in the ‘Who works here?’ feature. Along with three family-friendly games to play:
🚂 Platform Positions - match the buildings to complete our station plan.
🤷♂️ Who Lives Here? - discover the animals who call Goathland Station their home.
📦 Cargo Conundrum - can you collect the right cargo for the customers?
At Grosmont discover the fascinating industrial history where ironstone from the local mines was transported by rail to Whitby. You'll also find three new games to play:
🕒 Tunnel Vision - complete the tunnel wall jigsaw before the timer runs out.
🎨 Picture Perfect - select a colour and fill-in the Grosmont scene.
🍽️ Mealtime Medley - drag the correct food to the Otter pup and Barn Owl chick.
During the year we have various activities for children such as the Easter craft and storytelling sessions.
We also have Junior Volunteers:
The Junior Volunteers Group provides volunteering opportunities for young people aged 10 to 15. We currently have 54 Junior Volunteers on our books. They are supported by a team of volunteer adult supervisors together with a team of Assistant Supervisors who were Junior Volunteers but have now reached the age of 16. Everyone works together to gain knowledge of how NYMR operates and to learn a range of appropriate skills.
The Junior Volunteers Group has five main groups, with between 8 and 14 Junior Volunteers in each. The groups meet once a month from April to October, except for July when, during Junior Volunteers Week, six days of activities are organised, including social gatherings.
Accreditation and Awards:
We are a registered museum and charity.
Opening Hours
We are open from 0900 to 1900 every day from Easter until the Autumn Half Term – please see our website for seasonal variations.
Seasonal Experiences
We offer various seasonal experiences right through from Easter activities to Santa Specials.
Group Sizes Catered For:
The NYMR is best enjoyed with a group of people you know, experience the age of steam, explore the stations and see the beautiful vistas of the North York Moors National Park! We will take your group on a journey they will never forget!
We love groups, which is why if you are in a group of 20 or more people we will offer you a group discount off the standard fare price throughout the day.
Member of Association of Group Travel Organisers and the Coach Tourism Association.
Pricing Information:
Adult All Day, All Line Rover Ticket: £49.50, offering 12 months of return travel for free. Plus, Kids Go FREE. (Children aged 0-15 years.)
Our Shorter Journey Tickets offer day return travel between up to two neighbouring stations at fixed fare prices starting from £13.50 plus Kids Go Free!
Shorter Journey Tickets are not available in advance or online. Purchase them from a Station Booking Office on the day of your visit.
Please enquire about group discounts for groups of 20 or more people.
Facilities:
There are cafes and shops at our stations in Pickering, Goathland and Grosmont.
There are car parks at all of our stations.
Accessibility and Disabled Facilities:
We want all of our visitors to have a great day out at the NYMR - a place for everyone to visit and enjoy a fun day out on board our historic carriages travelling behind a heritage steam or diesel locomotive. We’re committed and continuously working hard to make our site as accessible as possible for all to enjoy and feel included.
Before you visit you can familiarise yourself with our stations with our Access Guides to help you plan your visit.
Disabilities are not just visual and if you are able to travel in a standard carriage, you can purchase your ticket to travel alongside a FREE Carer Ticket online.
Accessible Carriages
Our accessible heritage carriages have been specially adapted to accommodate wheelchairs and electric scooters, with wider double doors and, portable access ramps, space to move on board and an accessible toilet.
Mobility
Visitors with wheelchairs, mobility scooters and limited mobility can relax and enjoy their day. We offer:
- Free Disabled parking
• Free entry for carers (see above for more information)
• Free Access Guides
• Wheelchairs available at Pickering Station and Whitby Station for access at platforms only, subject to availability
• Accessible toilet facilities, across the railway
Most NYMR services can carry manual or powered wheelchairs and mobility scooters up to the following dimensional limitations:
- Width: 700 millimetres
• Length (including footplates): 1200 millimetres
• Weight (loaded): no more than 230kg (36 stone), which is the safe limit that many of our ramps can carry
Some powered scooters are effectively road vehicles and are unsuitable for carriage in heritage vehicles. This is because the majority of mobility scooters have wider turning circles than wheelchairs occupying the same space and tend to be heavier and therefore are not appropriate to take on board trains with the confined space in the carriages. We do undertake however to carry those models of scooter that can be folded down into lightweight and manageable components and those that fit within the wheelchair size above.
Assistance Dogs
- All registered assistance dogs must be up to date with their inoculations
• All assistance dogs must be kept on a lead at all times and under strict control
• Dogs must not be allowed to defecate anywhere and any incidents should be cleared away by their owners
Further Assistance
During your visit please speak to a member of staff or our dedicated team of volunteers should you have any questions, or require assistance.
Prior to your visit if you have any specific access requirements or would like to request additional information to support your visit, please call us on 01751 472508. Lines are open 10.00–14.00 Mon to Fri. Alternatively please get in touch via our Contact Form, or email info@nymr.co.uk