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Sir Nigel Gresley at the North Yorkshire Moors Railway

Park Street, Pickering, YO18 7AJ

22nd - 30th March

Don’t miss your chance to ride behind one of Britain’s icons from the golden age of steam.

No. 60007 Sir Nigel Gresley will be in action at the North Yorkshire Moors Railway between Pickering and Grosmont this March, courtesy of the Sir Nigel Gresley Locomotive Trust. Whether you’re a devoted enthusiast or looking for a unique day out, this event promises an unforgettable experience.

Why Visit No. 60007 Sir Nigel Gresley?

No. 60007 Sir Nigel Gresley is a renowned member of the LNER A4 Pacific class, designed by the celebrated railway engineer Sir Nigel Gresley. Built in 1937 at the London and North Eastern Railway’s (LNER) Doncaster Works, the locomotive was one of 35 streamlined A4s designed for high-speed express services. Originally entering service on the East Coast Main Line, No. 60007 quickly gained recognition for its sleek, aerodynamic design, which was both visually striking and highly functional, reducing air resistance and enabling exceptional performance.

The locomotive held a special place in British railway history, when it became famous in 1959 for setting the post-war steam speed record of 112 mph during a test run. After its retirement from British Rail in 1966, No. 60007 was saved by the A4 Locomotive Society and later became the flagship of the Sir Nigel Gresley Locomotive Trust. Restored to full working order, it continues to captivate, showcasing the elegance and engineering excellence of Britain’s golden age of steam.

This special visit offers a rare opportunity to see No. 60007 Sir Nigel Gresley in action, steaming along one of the UK’s most scenic heritage lines.

Travel behind a British Rail icon from the golden age of steam:
Step aboard a heritage train and enjoy the scenic journey from Pickering to Grosmont through the breathtaking North York Moors, powered by the sleek No. 60007 Sir Nigel Gresley.

Service Times
There are two services per day, each service offers a full return journey from Pickering Station to Grosmont and back, taking approximately 2 hours and 35 minutes in total.
Service 1 Departs Pickering 10:30 – Return Departs Grosmont 12:00
Service 2 Departs Pickering 13:30 – Return Departs Grosmont 15:10

All bookings are seat-allocated, and our Fuss-Free Access carriage is available to book for a wheelchair user and up to two carers. If you would like to book this wheelchair accessible space, please call our Customer Services team on 01751 472508. Lines Open: November to March: Mon-Fri 09:30 am to 15:00 pm. April to October: Mon-Sat 09:30 am to 15:00 pm.

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Opening Times

See Event Description.

Please note that this event will not be running on Wednesday 26 March.

Prices

Adult (16+)

£30.00

Child (Under 15)

£15.00

Adult Member

£27.00

Child Member

£13.50

Dog Day Ticket

£3.00

Wheelchair User with One Carer

£30.00

Wheelchair User with Two Carers

£60.00

Please Note: The Annual Pass is NOT valid for these services

Facilities

Dog Friendly

Café

Car Parking

Picnic Site

Baby Changing

Disabled Access

Toilets

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