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North Yorkshire Moors Railway: Annual Diesel Gala

Join us for four fantastic days celebrating the sights, sounds and sheer power of heritage diesel locomotives, all set against the breath-taking backdrop of the North York Moors National Park. Whether you’re a seasoned diesel enthusiast, or simply curious to see these mighty machines in motion, there’s something here for everyone – families, fans and first-timers alike.
Book your tickets and come and soak up the atmosphere, enjoy the buzz along the line and experience a great selection of visiting and home-based diesel locomotives..

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NYMR Halloween

Sugandan Balaji

Join them for a spooktacular half-term packed with magical family activities, where Kids Go Free. Create Halloween memories this October half-term at the North Yorkshire Moors Railway, with thrilling events at our stations which are sure to enchant any young witch or wizard.

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NYMR Santa Specials

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The highlight of your day will be meeting Santa on board a festive steam train ride.
Each child will receive a unique Edmondson railway ticket, a nod to the traditional way to record railway fares, as a keepsake of their journey, along with a limited-edition soft toy and more to take home to remember their special day.

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North Yorkshire Moors Railway: Heritage Open Days

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Heritage Open Days is England’s largest festival of history and culture, involving thousands of local volunteers and organisations. Every year in September it brings people together to celebrate their heritage, community and history. Stories are told, traditions explored, and histories brought to life.

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North Yorkshire Moors Railway: Heritage Open Days

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Step back in time with North Yorkshire Moors Railway’s Heritage Open Days! Explore beautifully preserved steam engines, historical stations, and fascinating exhibits. Perfect for history lovers and families, embark on a captivating journey through the rich railway heritage amidst the stunning scenery of the North Yorkshire Moors.

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Bekonscot Model Village & Railway: Festive Fortnight

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Bekonscot is busy planning a fantastic two weeks of events to celebrate Christmas this year. Save the dates Saturday 30th November to Sunday 15th December. Pre-booking will be available from 1st October

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Pecorama: Model a Miniature World

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Create Your Miniature World at Pecorama! Are you ready to dive into the fascinating world of model making with a unique twist? Pecorama are offering you the chance to create your very own Diorama using brand-new kits from PECO and KATO. These kits are blank canvases, ready for you to design and build your own mini section of one spectacular, collaborative layout.

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Scarborough North Bay Railway

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The 20 inch gauge Scarborough North Bay Railway has been delighting generations of visitors since 1931 and is a must-visit attraction at the beautiful North Yorkshire seaside resort Scarborough.

Travel between Peasholm Station, the railway’s hub next to Peasholm Park, and Scalby Mills Station situated next to Scarborough Sealife.

Your 30 minute, 2-mile return journey offers a nostalgic way to travel but also doubles as a transport link. The train takes you around the picturesque Northstead Manor Gardens with views of Scarborough Open Air Theatre, before running in parallel Scarborough’s stunning North Bay.

Children can grab a free copy of Percy the Cats’ activity sheet, spotting landmarks along the way!

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