Trains

THE NORTH YORKSHIRE MOORS RAILWAY

The countrys most popular Heritage Railway. The 18 mile line runs through the beautiful North York Moors National Park , between the market town of Pickering and the village of Grosmont.

SPECIAL EVENTS FOR 2007

Diesel Gala – 20th – 22nd April
LNER Steam Gala – 28th & 29th April + 4th – 7th May
Back to the 60’s – 16th-17th June
Vintage Vehicle – 14th – 15th July
Music on the Moors – 26th – 27th August
Thomas Weekend – 8th – 9th September
Autumn Steam Gala – 28th-30th September
Wartime Weekend – 12th – 14th October
Wizard Weekend – 27th – 28th October
Santa – 1/2/8/9/15/16/20/21/22/23 December.

All events will be bookable in advance from 1st January 2007.

Customer Services: Tel: 01751 472508 Fax: 01751 476048

Santa Specials available in December. Visit Santa in his grotto on the train.

Winter Timetable now available
4th November 2006 – 11th March 2007
ring us for details 01947 897555

DESTINATION WHITBY
The North Yorkshire Moors Railway, built by George Stephenson, the ‘father of railways’ the Whitby and Pickering Railway first openend 1836.
Nearly 130 years later in 1965, British Railways closed most of the route. And that could so easily have been that, but for the vision and persistence of a group of local people.

2007 will see the 40th anniversary of the founding of the preservation society that was to lead to The North Yorkshire Moors Railway being reopened.

Over the last third of a century the railway has developed to become one of Britains best loved tourist attractions – carrying more passengers than any other heritage railway.
But now they have a chance to realise a dream that there founding Fathers could not have envisaged possible – to re-create George Stephenson’s railway by linking the towns of Whitby and Pickering once again with a regular service of Steam Hauled Trains.

WHITBY ENDEAVOUR STEAM TRAIN timetable now available Sat 1st July through to 31st August. Ring us for details 01947 897555

Take a trip back in time to the Seaside Specials of Years gone by and enjoy all the delights of a journey through the beautiful NORTH YORKSHIRE MOORS National Park and the scenic ESK VALLEY.

The train stops in Glaisdale for 1,1/2 hours so plenty of time for a quick bite for lunch, tea on the front or a Tall Milky Latte. Check out our special Lunch Time Menu to see whats on offer.

MUNCHIES menu also now available for those who want a quick bite or something to share with friends

THE ESK VALLEY RAILWAY

Arncliffe Arms Trains

Special summer trains: Friday nights at the Arncliffe

During the summer months the Esk Valley Railway has special evening trains on summer Fridays from Whitby and Middlesbrough with live music.

Friday night trains are ideal to come for a meal, get off at Glaisdale for a meal and drinks with a fantastic atmosphere with plenty of time time to get the last train home. Ideal for a drive free night.

Great days out

The Esk Valley Railway serves beautiful unspoilt villages along the line between Middlesbrough and Whitby. Enjoy the picturesque scenery and
well-kept village stations from the comfort of the train. Sample village hospitality in the cafes and pubs along the line. Information boards at most
stations give details of local facilities and walks. The Arncliffe offers excellent Fish & Chips in Glorious countryside and we are only 10mins away from Whitby.

Community railway

The Esk Valley Railway is one of the first Community Railways. It is supported by the not for profit Esk Valley Railway Development Company (EVRDC). If you would like to receive information on the development of the railway please write or email the EVRDC office at Whitby station.

Train times and fares – winter timetable from 10th December 2006

Esk Valley trains operate daily between Whitby and Middlesbrough. There are other trains to Middlesbrough, along the Durham coast from Newcastle, from Darlington, Saltburn, York and beyond. On Sundays in the summer there are through trains between the Durham coast, the Esk Valley and Whitby and between Darlington and Whitby.

On Mondays to Fridays, Esk Valley trains leave Middlesbrough for Whitby at 07.08, 10.38, 14.16 and 17.40 and return from Whitby at 08.52, 12.41, 16.05 and 19.15.

On Saturdays, trains leave Middlesbrough at 07.06, 10.38, 14.12 and 17.38 and leave Whitby at 08.45, 12.41, 15.50 and 19.15.

There are no Sunday trains during the winter months (except steam specials between Whitby, Grosmont and Glaisdale in October).

Esk Valley trains call at all stations between Whitby and Middlesbrough. The journey takes less than 90 minutes all the way.

The above train times apply from 10th December 2006.

New lower fares were introduced on 10th September for a trial period (fares may be revised from 2nd January 2007) . A wide range of tickets is available including:

  • Extra value fare of £5 day return (only £3.30 with a Residents Railcard).
  • Middlesbrough – Whitby Day Return from £7.00.
  • Maximum single fare on the line £3.80.
  • The Tees Day Ranger allows any number of journeys between Darlington, Sunderland, the Durham coast and Whitby for just £13.00 Adult Return, £6.50 Child Return, with a railcard £8.60.
  • Whitby to York Monday to Saturday for £9.20, leaving Whitby at 08.45 on Saturday and 08.52 Monday to Friday

Railcard discounts apply to most fares. A special Esk Valley Residents Railcard can be purchased by local residents for £12 a year, offering one third off normal adult fares, as well as other benefits including discounts on the North York Moors Steam Railway.

To check train information please telephone 08457 484950.