North York Moors Historical Railway Trust

Optimist Service

Take a trip from Pickering to the seaside town of Whitby on 'The Optimist' from Monday 17 August. Two services per day, departing at 09.20 and 12.00. Read more
Rail Trail Service

Travel on our ‘Rail Trail’ service from 14 September. Take a scenic journey behind a steam locomotive from Grosmont to Goathland and explore the North York Moors. Read more
Santa Reimagined

Join us this December and help the Railway save Christmas: 5 & 6, 12 & 13, 19 & 20, 21, 22, 23 & 24 December 2020 Read more
Crisis Appeal

The future of our railway is at risk and we urgently need your help to save it. Even with the go ahead to start services we still need to raise additional funds. Read more

"I am a frequent visitor on NYMR since 1974. It was great to see they were able to operate a service in these Covid times. They handled all the process to keep passengers and their staff safe. "

Dr. Dave Robinson, 21 Sep 2020 (TripAdvisor)

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10 ways to support the railway:

Make a one-off donation, buy from our virtual shop or leave a legacy to support the railway.
Show your support by setting up a Direct Debit and Donating Regularly.
Join our Membership scheme and help support the railway during these troubling times.
Purchase a Gift Card for any special occasion.
As a member, why not join the Foundation Club.
Support the NYMR by purchasing an item in from our Online Shop.
Explore how your Corporation and the NYMR can work together.
Make a lasting gift and leave a Legacy to the railway.
As a member, why not sign up to Club 900 and join our weekly raffle.
Travel on our Optimist services.

Regular Giving

Due to the pandemic, we had to delay the season which meant we were not generating any income. Show your support by setting up a Direct Debit & donating regularly.

FAQ Page

Here is a useful Question & Answer page to help you prepare for your visit. Read about changes to services and facilities to ensure you have a great day out.

Crisis Appeal

The future of our railway is at risk and we urgently need your help to save it. Even with the go ahead to start services we still need to raise additional funds.

Zoono 'Fogging' at the NYMR

Learn more about Zoono 'fogging' which provides an invisible layer which is more resistant to other disinfectants.

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Zoono 'Fogging' at the NYMR

Learn more about Zoono 'fogging' which provides an invisible layer which is more resistant to other disinfectants. Read more
Carriage Stable

NYMR's new carriage stable reaches a major milestone in its construction with the first visual impression of the scale of the facility. Read more
New service - 'The Optimist'

NYMR is Whitby bound with new service ‘The Optimist’ Read more

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