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From our annual galas and family favourites to seasonal celebrations and evening experiences, there’s always something happening along the line.

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  1. Pendennis Castle 4

    Pendennis Castle: A True Icon of the Steam Age

    • 3rd Oct 2026: 09:55 - 17:00
    • 4th Oct 2026: 09:30 - 17:05
    • 10th Oct 2026: 09:55 - 17:00
    • 11th Oct 2026: 09:30 - 17:05
    • Pickering Station

    We're delighted to be welcoming No. 4079 Pendennis Castle to the NYMR, courtesy of the Didcot Railway Centre, with this stunning locomotive hauling services between Pickering and Grosmont Stations through the spectacular North York Moors National Park over two weekends on 3, 4, 10 & 11 October.

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  2. No. 60007 Sir Nigel Gresley with maroon carriages departing Grosmont MPD.

    Sir Nigel Gresley: The Legend Returns

    • 17th - 20th Oct 2026
    • 09:55 - 15:00
    • Pickering Station

    Ride behind one of Britain’s icons from the golden age of steam, No. 60007 Sir Nigel Gresley.

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  3. Mad Alice Haunt

    Mad Alice's Ghost Train

    • 18th Oct 2026: 18:15 - 19:15
      More dates 18th Oct 2026: 20:00 - 21:00
      25th Oct 2026: 18:15 - 19:15
      25th Oct 2026: 20:00 - 21:00
      1st Nov 2026: 18:15 - 19:15
      1st Nov 2026: 20:00 - 21:00
    • Pickering Station

    Come and join Mad Alice, if you dare. Step aboard the North Yorkshire Moors Railway after dark for an immersive Halloween experience like no other.

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

    Santa Express

    • 28th Nov 2026: 10:30, 12:00, 13:30 & 15:00
      More dates 29th Nov 2026: 10:30, 12:00, 13:30 & 15:00
      5th Dec 2026: 10:30, 12:00, 13:30 & 15:00
      6th Dec 2026: 10:30, 12:00, 13:30 & 15:00
      12th Dec 2026: 10:30, 12:00, 13:30 & 15:00
      13th Dec 2026: 10:30, 12:00, 13:30 & 15:00
      19th Dec 2026: 10:30, 12:00, 13:30 & 15:00
      20th Dec 2026: 10:30, 12:00, 13:30 & 15:00
      22nd Dec 2026: 10:30, 12:00, 13:30 & 15:00
      23rd Dec 2026: 10:30, 12:00, 13:30 & 15:00
      24th Dec 2026: 10:30, 12:00, 13:30 & 15:00
    • Pickering Station

    Come and enjoy an interactive adventure for families as they meet Father Christmas on the NYMR Santa Express.

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    Tinsel Tipple

    • 28th Nov 2026: 17:00
      More dates 28th Nov 2026: 18:30
      12th Dec 2026: 17:00
      12th Dec 2026: 18:30
      22nd Dec 2026: 17:00
      22nd Dec 2026: 18:30
      23rd Dec 2026: 17:00
      23rd Dec 2026: 18:30
    • Pickering Station

    Step aboard for a seasonal evening journey complete with included Baileys (50ml) and a Mince Pie, all wrapped in the magic of Christmas. Enjoy sing-a-longs with our cheeky Elves.

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  6. Mad Alice in a red Christmas cape and hood, looking menacing with a bloody axe in hand.

    A Bloody Merry Christmas

    • 5th Dec 2026: 17:00 - 18:00
    • 5th Dec 2026: 18:30 - 19:30
    • 19th Dec 2026: 17:00 - 18:00
    • 19th Dec 2026: 18:30 - 19:30
    • Pickering Station

    A one-of-a-kind adult festive event, hosted by the ghost of Mad Alice and her eccentric supernatural companions. It’s Christmas - but not as you know it.

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