UK / Yorkshire and the Humber / North Yorkshire
North Yorkshire Moors Railway
Park Street, Pickering, YO18 7AJ
The North Yorkshire Moors Railway is one of the world’s greatest heritage railway experiences with thrills and family fun at its heart.
Climb on-board a steam or heritage diesel train and experience 24 miles of Yorkshire’s amazing scenery at this must-see visitor attraction.
Explore the Railway
• Pickering Station is a must-see 1930s themed station that will transport you back in time to the steam era.
• Let off steam in the North York Moors National Park – see stunning scenery and wildlife!
• A must-see is the celebrity station, Goathland, which became Hogsmeade Station in the first Harry Potter film.
• 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!
• Visit Whitby with its narrow streets and bustling harbour overlooked by the striking ruins of Whitby Abbey.
The North Yorkshire Moors Railway Trust is a not-for profit charitable organisation run as part of the local community. Day to day operation is carried out by volunteers with railway operations and business experience. Every visitor that travels on the railway helps preserve one of the earliest and most historic lines.
Visit WebsiteOpening Times
28th March to 1st November 2026
9.00 - 18.15
Open Saturday – Wednesday (and bank holidays) except for 23rd July – 9th September when we’re open daily.
Prices
Various ticket prices – please see website for details – www.nymr.co.uk
Facilities
Baby Changing
Café
Car Parking
Disabled Access
Picnic Site
Toilets
Dog Friendly
Events
Summer Events, Activities & Adventures at the North Yorkshire Moors Railway
Great news – Kids Go Free on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway this summer, and the school holiday savings mean better value fares for the whole family.
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Tornado: The Steam Superstar is Back at the North Yorkshire Moors Railway
We’re delighted to be welcoming back to the North Yorkshire Moors Railway, No. 60163 Tornado, one of Britain’s most famous steam locomotives, courtesy of the A1 Steam Locomotive Trust.
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Sir Nigel Gresley: The Legend Returns at North Yorkshire Moors Railway
Don’t miss your chance to ride behind one of Britain’s icons from the golden age of steam, No. 60007 Sir Nigel Gresley, courtesy of the Sir Nigel Gresley Locomotive Trust.
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Annual Steam Gala at North Yorkshire Moors Railway
Join us for four fantastic days celebrating the sights and sounds of heritage steam locomotives, all set against the breath-taking backdrop of the North York Moors National Park.
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Pendennis Castle: A True Icon of the Steam Age at North Yorkshire Moors Railway
We’re delighted to be welcoming, No. 4079 Pendennis Castle to the NYMR, courtesy of the Didcot Railway Centre.
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Pendennis Castle: A True Icon of the Steam Age at North Yorkshire Moors Railway
We’re delighted to be welcoming, No. 4079 Pendennis Castle to the NYMR, courtesy of the Didcot Railway Centre.
View event
Sir Nigel Gresley: The Legend Returns at North Yorkshire Moors Railway
Don’t miss your chance to ride behind one of Britain’s icons from the golden age of steam, No. 60007 Sir Nigel Gresley, courtesy of the Sir Nigel Gresley Locomotive Trust.
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Annual Steam Gala at North Yorkshire Moors Railway
Join us for four fantastic days celebrating the sights and sounds of heritage steam locomotives, all set against the breath-taking backdrop of the North York Moors National Park.
View event
Pendennis Castle: A True Icon of the Steam Age at North Yorkshire Moors Railway
We’re delighted to be welcoming, No. 4079 Pendennis Castle to the NYMR, courtesy of the Didcot Railway Centre.
View event
Pendennis Castle: A True Icon of the Steam Age at North Yorkshire Moors Railway
We’re delighted to be welcoming, No. 4079 Pendennis Castle to the NYMR, courtesy of the Didcot Railway Centre.
View event
Sir Nigel Gresley: The Legend Returns at North Yorkshire Moors Railway
Don’t miss your chance to ride behind one of Britain’s icons from the golden age of steam, No. 60007 Sir Nigel Gresley, courtesy of the Sir Nigel Gresley Locomotive Trust.
View event
Sir Nigel Gresley: The Legend Returns at North Yorkshire Moors Railway
Don’t miss your chance to ride behind one of Britain’s icons from the golden age of steam, No. 60007 Sir Nigel Gresley, courtesy of the Sir Nigel Gresley Locomotive Trust.
View event
Summer Events, Activities & Adventures at the North Yorkshire Moors Railway
Great news – Kids Go Free on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway this summer, and the school holiday savings mean better value fares for the whole family.
View event
Tornado: The Steam Superstar is Back at the North Yorkshire Moors Railway
We’re delighted to be welcoming back to the North Yorkshire Moors Railway, No. 60163 Tornado, one of Britain’s most famous steam locomotives, courtesy of the A1 Steam Locomotive Trust.
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