A group of people stand on the footbridge at Goathland Station with locomotive No. 5428 underneath them.

Group Visits

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.

Santa and two of his elves stands in front of the Naughty or Nice machine.

Group Santa Express Visits

This November & December, bring your group to Santa Express, NYMR's flagship Christmas event, and enjoy exclusive Group Travel Organiser rates on this magical steam train journey through the North York Moors. Children meet Santa, receive a festive gift, and are entertained by a cast of mischievous elves, with this year's Gingerbread Man theme, brought to life with Wise Owl Theatre Company, making for a memorable festive day out for groups of 20 or more.

Group Santa Express Visits

Explore the Railway

1. Pickering Station is a must-see 1930’s themed station which will transport you back in time to the steam era.

2. Don’t miss the celebrity station, Goathland, which became Hogsmeade Station in the first Harry Potter film.

3. 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!

4. Visit Whitby with its narrow streets and bustling harbour overlooked by the striking ruins of Whitby Abbey.

5. The NYMR's aim is to provide a high quality, safe and authentic evocation of the steam age.

"Whilst recently staying in Whitby and travelling with Shearings, we had an included excursion on the North Yorkshire railway. Our coach took us to Grosmont station and we were booked on the 10.30 steam train to Pickering with 2 reserved carriages. Lots of information on all the stations, maps and colourful pictures - excellent value. We thoroughly enjoyed the journey and were sorry to leave the train at Pickering, where our coach picked us up." TripAdvisor

The North Yorkshire Moors Railway is a not for profit charitable trust providing memorable experiences for visitors and fulfilment for volunteers and staff through the operation of Britain’s most popular heritage railway between Whitby and Pickering. 

Visit our Frequently Asked Questions when organising your group visit to the railway.

Have a chat with our Customer Services Team to see how a visit to the NYMR can fit with your group's itinerary. 

For more information email [email protected] or, visit our Contact Us page for other ways to get in touch.

Frequently Asked Questions

Pickering, YO18 7AJ

The bus lay-by on THE ROPERY is the nearest and only drop off point at Pickering, do not leave the coach unattended as this is a working bus stop. The coach park in Pickering is situated in Eastgate on the Scarborough side of the A169/A170 roundabout (charges apply).

There is no coach access outside the station on Park Street.

Levisham and Newton Dale Halt are not accessible by coaches.

Goathland, YO22 5NF

Coaches must use the car park in the centre of the village. When travelling from Pickering please use the second road normally used by coach operators.

Grosmont, YO22 5QE

Accessible from A169 from the village of Sleights. Shortly after arriving at the NYMR in Grosmont, please be aware of a bridge with a clearance height.

We can cater for any size of group from a minimum of 20 travelling passengers to a maximum of 192.

Group Offers
  • Generous discount on your fare (minimum of 20 people).
  • Free admission for the group leader.
  • Reserved seating.
  • Dedicated group reservation team.

View our Group Booking document for more information.