Railway Conservation. Run by Volunteers. Not for Profit.
There is no cost for workshops and activities, you just need to book; please complete our Booking Form and we will be in touch shortly.
The North Yorkshire Moors Railway is one of the world’s greatest heritage railway experiences with thrills and education at its heart. Let your pupils climb on-board a steam or heritage diesel train on one of the earliest and most historic lines in the UK. Experience 24 miles of Yorkshire’s amazing scenery at this must-see visitor attraction. We will take your pupils on a journey you can’t even imagine!
We had a lovely time - the trip was really well organised and the staff were really helpful. Barton St Peters CE Primary School
A school trip to the NYMR offers a unique environment for learning outside the classroom that will challenge your pupils, and fill them with enthusiasm! Let your pupils see, smell and experience the steam era in the heart of the inspiring North York Moors National Park.
Our new Goathland Education Coach and workshops are part of the Yorkshire’s Magnificent Journey project, funded by Heritage Lottery Fund to develop our learning programme with local organisations and communities as part of the our charitable aims.
View our Suggested Visit Itineraries and Generic Risk Assessment, designed to help primary schools visiting Goathland Station; it contains all the information you are likely to need, helping you and your group make the most from your visit to the North Yorkshire Moors Railway.
Here are some educational, fun activities for your students to work on pre-visit or post-visit. Read more
During your visit why not try out our self-led activities. We now have Goathland and Pickering Station Trails, our Rail Trail Adventure and our Online Resources. Read more
Download our School Teachers Pack - Provides all the information you need to make the most from your visit to the NYMR. Read more
Travel along our heritage line and explore our heritage stations. Read more