It’s an exciting time at the North Yorkshire Moors Railway (NYMR), where it is all hands on deck to host another period of festive fun as Santa and his team of elves will be returning for magical journeys aboard the famous Santa Express with the special services running the weekends of 25, 26 November and 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23 & 24 December.

During Santa Specials make some enchanting memories on the ultimate festive day out from either Pickering or Grosmont Station, and enjoy an enchanting Christmas experience to see Mr Claus and his jolly helpers pass through the heritage carriages. Those on board can also expect to meet the legendary man himself, with a special gift for all the children - providing they’ve managed to stay on the nice list this year. Santa’s Helpers will also be on the hour-long return journey for all the festive fun and games. 

The award-winning heritage railway is also gearing up for the year ahead, giving six lucky families the chance to win a Family Annual Pass, to jump on board the North Yorkshire Moors Railway (NYMR). Explore 24 miles of Yorkshire’s amazing scenery and along the way, stop off at four heritage stations, including Goathland Station which became Hogsmeade Station in the first Harry Potter film, and visit the engine sheds at Grosmont to see how the team maintain and conserve our locomotives.