Spring Breaks in February & March at the North Yorkshire Moors Railway
Published February 3, 2012
Spring breaks at our Levisham Camping Coach
There’s nothing quite like a walk through the hills and moors of Yorkshire on a crisp morning. Book a self catering holiday for a spring break in Yorkshire and enjoy the fabulous scenery from your accomodation.
The North Yorkshire Moors Railway have three very special locations, ideally suited as a base for walking holidays, family weeks away or for rail enthusiasts who want to experience the thrill of steam trains first hand.
Our two camping coaches are well furnished and cosy, situated right at the heart of our stations at Levisham and Goathland. We also have a beautiful Station Cottage at Grosmont, right on the Railway, and also accessible from the national rail network.
All holidays include unlimited travel on our heritage train services, free car parking at NYMR car parks, bedding & towels. Prices start from £100 per night minimum 2 night stay.
Call 01751 472508 or email the customer services dept on info@nymr.co.uk
Great Northern Saloon providing light snacks and refreshments over half term
Published January 26, 2012During the half term week of running,”The Great Northern Saloon” will be offering a selection of light snacks and refreshments to passengers travelling between Grosmont and Goathland and will be running daily from Saturday 11th February to Sunday 19th February 2012 inclusively.
Why not enjoy a bowl of delicious warming soup, a bacon roll perhaps or a traditional Yorkshire cream tea in the elegant surroundings of the Great Northern Saloon, built in 1909, and providing an elegant setting , for you to enjoy the spectacular scenery and surrounding countryside.
Hot and cold drinks and light refreshments will be available on the service starting from Grosmont at 10.30 am and served throughout the day until arrival at Grosmont at 15.50.
Stock list updated
Published December 20, 2011
We have updated our rolling stock list. Click here to view the list (Scroll to the bottom of the page)
NYMR PDF Timetable now available
Published December 18, 2011
The new 2012 timetable is now available to download. Click here to access the timetable page and scroll to the bottom of the page.
2012 Pullman Dining Train bookings OPEN
Published December 16, 2011Celebrate in style aboard our magnificent Pullman dining service. We offer a magical setting for anniversaries or special occasions, with our period carriages, splendid seating and lavish decoration. Serving hearty meals prepared by our on-board chef, Mark Cave. Sit back and relax, it’s time for a taste of indulgence in an elegant setting. Choose from our ‘Moorlander’ lunchtime service or our ‘Grosmont Evening’ and ‘North Yorkshireman’ evening services. They are in operation most weekends throughout the year.
An unforgettable day out on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway
Back by popular demand we have increased our Afternoon Tea service throughout the year.
At Christmas time, why not do something different by taking our festive Pullman train, combining locally sourced food with fabulous scenery.
Experiencing the combination of a period Pullman dining train, travelling through the picture perfect scenery of the North York Moors National Park, whilst enjoying an unhurried, tasty meal, is something to be savoured. You’ll be looked after by our onboard team, noted for their friendliness and accommodating nature. So come and join us. We look forward to welcoming you on board Yorkshire’s answer to the Orient Express.
Due to increasing popularity, you are advised to book early to avoid disappointment. You can book by phone on 01751 472508 or contact us by email at info@nymr.co.uk .
Our Pullman Dining Train leaflet complete with menus and dates will appear online very soon but if your not sure on the date you would like to dine with us why not buy gift vouchers as these make the perfect gift for any occasion and are available through the online shop.
Time, please, gentlemen – The story of a man who had time on his hands
Published December 13, 2011One of the last items to complete the beautiful new roof at Pickering station which has been designed to replicate the original by the North Eastern Railway architect, G.T. Andrews, has been the installation of the Jubilee clock, so named because it was originally unveiled in 1977.
The clock was built by John Walker company, London in 1905. Many of this manufacturer’s clocks were for the railways and this one, No. 8458, was bought by the London & South Western Railway for use at Woking. In Southern Railway days it was moved to Winchester where it remained until 1972, being replaced by a digital clock.
NYMR Chairman, Murray Brown, a keen preservationist, bought the clock for £10. After renovation, it was installed at Pickering where it has been since. It had to come down for the building works for the new station roof and also because it previously was suspended from one of the ugly awnings which BR put up when the original station roof was taken down in 1952.
The clock has had some further attention when the main spring broke but is now fully functional.
Of interest is that there are three former Southern Railway locomotives based on the NYMR which would have gone past the clock on a daily basis when it was at Winchester.
There remains just one problem – someone with a head for heights has to climb up to wind up the clock every eight working days!
Said Murray Brown: “The York Area and the Northallerton Area Groups of the NYMR have kindly contributed towards its repair and installation – this is much appreciated. The mechanism is British craftsmanship at its finest – the horologist who mended the spring was full of admiration. I hope my main spring lasts this long!”
