North York Moors Historical Railway Trust

Santa Specials

Join Santa and his special helpers on a magical adventure aboard the Santa Express, which will take you on a festive journey you won’t forget! Tickets Now Live. Read more
Northern Lights Express

You will travel through a twinkling forest which is transformed by a multitude of lights and surprises. Experience a light extravaganza and a snow covered authentic heritage station, like you’ve never seen before! Read more
Whitby Winter Excursions

Special steam hauled excursion to Whitby on Sunday 29th December 2019 & Wednesday 1st January 2020. Read more
2020 Pullman Dining

Enjoy an Afternoon Tea, Moorlander Lunch or Evening meal on board our traditional Pullman dining carriages. Join us and celebrate Yorkshire Day or experience one of our Murder Mystery services. Read more

"Massive respect to the workers and volunteers who keep this piece of history alive. The effort that goes into maintaining the trains, carriages, stations cannot be underestimated. You'll get the sights, smells and feeling that only a steam engine can give."

Alan H, Newcastle upon Tyne (TripAdvisor)

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10 reasons to choose NYMR:

Your visit supports the North Yorkshire Moors Railway Trust
See 24 miles of Yorkshire’s amazing scenery
Travel behind Heritage Steam Locomotives in Historic Carriages
Step back in time and Explore the Stations - themed throughout the different steam eras
Explore our Station Shops and nostalgic Tea Rooms
Journey behind a Heritage Diesel Engine and experience the sounds and smells of the workhorses of Britain’s railways
Experience an unforgettable meal on the Pullman Dining Train
Stay in our Railway Camping Coaches
Explore Peter's Railway Young Engineer's Centre
Watch Live Webcams at Grosmont Station or Goathland Bank

Tickets & Timetable

The North York Moors Historical Railway Trust is a not-for profit charity. Every visitor that travels contributes towards preserving our locomotives and rolling stock.

Group visits 2019

The NYMR is best enjoyed with a group of people (20+) to experience the age of steam, explore the stations and see the stunning seaside town of Whitby!

Become a member & preserve the NYMR

Take away the hassle of renewing and join our Direct Debit scheme! Your membership fee will help preserve our railway.

Frequently Asked Questions

Many of our frequent questions are listed here to help you arrange your visit and enjoy your day travelling along the line.

Latest News

NYMR is building bridges for the future

Work has now begun on NYMR landmark Bridge 27. These works are the first in a series of scheduled vital repairs for the world-famous visitor attraction and popular movie location, as part of its Yorkshire’s Magnificent Journey project. Read more
NYMR to gift ultimate Christmas experience to special little helper

We are asking people to nominate their favourite little helper who has a merry mindset and is always helpful to others. Read more
NYMR appoints two new apprentices

Bright sparks, Finn Allen and James Woodland, have joined NYMR as mechanical engineering apprentices. Read more

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