Mid-Norfolk Railway

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🚂 Steam trains will be running this weekend to our amended maroon timetable here in the Heart of Norfolk between Dereham...
06/09/2024

🚂 Steam trains will be running this weekend to our amended maroon timetable here in the Heart of Norfolk between Dereham & Wymondham Abbey.

🎫 All day tickets cost just £20 and Kids travel free with an accompanied adult.

☕️ Our Tea Rooms at Dereham and County School will be open.

🆓 There are lots of events around the railway for Heritage Open Days, and we have a number of free events taking place at Dereham Station including displays from our museum teams on railways in War and Peace and the Norfolk Record Office.

At Wymondham Abbey, there is free garden tours, history talks and discounted entry for MNR ticket holders to the Wymondham Town Museum.

There is also a free bus shuttle at Dereham which stops at the station and visits around the excellent attractions open, including the Bishop Bonners Cottage, Dereham assembly rooms and Dereham Windmill, all worth a visit with free buses running via the railway station.

Unfortunately, due to a shortage of volunteers, our 1980s Pacer train will not be operating this weekend.

🚂 Steam Trains depart Dereham at 1030, 1300 & 1530
🚂 Steam Trains depart Wymondham Abbey at 1140, 1400 and 1630

For full details of train services, please visit http://www.midnorfolkrailway.co.uk/

Schools go back today but we continue to operate our mid week service on Wednesdays throughout September. Join us for a ...
04/09/2024

Schools go back today but we continue to operate our mid week service on Wednesdays throughout September. Join us for a trip through the Heart of Norfolk countryside on board our 1980s British Leyland Pacer train between Dereham & Wymondham Abbey.

Trains depart Dereham at 1030, 1200, 1400 & 1545
Trains depart Wymondham Abbey at 1115, 1245, 1450 & 1625

Day Rover tickets cost just £12 with kids travelling free

With the children heading back to school this week, now’s the time to start thinking about… CHRISTMAS!!🎄The highly antic...
02/09/2024

With the children heading back to school this week, now’s the time to start thinking about… CHRISTMAS!!🎄

The highly anticipated return of The Polar Express™ Train Ride is here bigger and better than before. While our Peak dates are currently selling fast, we still have a number of seats available for families to join in with the magic!✨

Please visit our website to view the most current availability and secure your tickets for this unforgettable magical experience. To guarantee delivery of your golden tickets, we strongly recommend booking now! Any orders placed after Sunday 29th September will only be available for collection at our venue.

Well you comin’? 🎅🔔

https://www.midnorfolkthepolarexpressride.com

September is here and it's a jam-packed month here at the Mid-Norfolk Railway 🛤 🎫🛤 Heritage Open Days - Sept 7th🍟 Breckl...
01/09/2024

September is here and it's a jam-packed month here at the Mid-Norfolk Railway 🛤 🎫

🛤 Heritage Open Days - Sept 7th
🍟 Breckland Fryer Fish & Chip train - Sept 7th
🚗 Dereham Car Boot Sale - Sept 17th
🎭 Murder Mystery Train - Sept 14th
🍰 Afternoon Tea - Sept 1st/15th
🆓 Kids go Free throughout September
📅 ...and of course our Maroon & Green services between Dereham and Wymondham

Find out more about What's On here
https://www.midnorfolkrailway.co.uk/

Just under one week left to complete the free Prehistoric Quest trail around Dereham! Several local businesses have dona...
29/08/2024

Just under one week left to complete the free Prehistoric Quest trail around Dereham! Several local businesses have donated some great prizes so why not gave a go!

https://www.dodoanddinosaur.com/prehistoric-quest-dereham

There’s still time to enter the Prehistoric Quest prize draw! 🎉

With over £1,000 worth of goodies, vouchers and experiences kindly donated by fantastic local businesses, head out on a fun and free family adventure with AtoBetter this summer to be in with a chance of winning! 🌊🦑🦣🐆

⭐️ We’re proud to be celebrating local communities across Norfolk and helping more families get to know their area on foot or by bike.

Simply collect a map from a participating Norfolk Libraries for Families and EXPLORE! Find out more: dodoanddinosaur.com/prehistoric-quest

Bank Holiday Monday 26th August - It is the final day  our Beer & Cider festival on the railway. Come along, travel on s...
26/08/2024

Bank Holiday Monday 26th August - It is the final day our Beer & Cider festival on the railway. Come along, travel on steam train and enjoy a beer or cider in the Heart of Norfolk.

Train tickets cost £20 for a day rover with Kids travelling free. You can combine tickets and festival starter pack, which includes a festival cup, and two pints of Beer or Cider and Day Rover for £28.

Steam and 1980s Pacer trains operated all day starting at 1030 with the last return train to Wymondham leaving Dereham at 1600.

The Bar at Dereham is open from 11am until late.

Sunday August 25th - The bank holiday sunshine is back and Our Beer & Cider festival continues on the railway today with...
25/08/2024

Sunday August 25th - The bank holiday sunshine is back and Our Beer & Cider festival continues on the railway today with over 45 Beers and 20 Ciders available.

Train tickets cost £20 for a day rover with Kids travelling free. Combined with a beer festival starter pack, including festival cup, and two pints of Beer or Cider and Day Rover for £28.

Steam, Heritage Diesel and Pacer trains operated all day starting at 1030 with the last return train to Wymondham leaving Dereham at 2230.

The rain has now cleared and the beers and ciders are flowing. Our Dereham Bar is open until 11pmTonight which live musi...
24/08/2024

The rain has now cleared and the beers and ciders are flowing. Our Dereham Bar is open until 11pm
Tonight which live music from 8pm from Blue Harlequin.

Trains with on board beer and our Thuxton bar are open til late, with last train back to Wymondham at 2230.

http://www.midnorfolkrailway.co.uk/beer

The weather forecast for the day may be poor, but we won’t let that dampen our spirits. Our Beer Festival is open from 1...
24/08/2024

The weather forecast for the day may be poor, but we won’t let that dampen our spirits. Our Beer Festival is open from 11am serving a huge selection of real ales and ciders. Festival starter packs and train combination ticket is £28 with Kids travelling free.

Trains run (also great shelter from the rain) until late with the last train at 2230.

Live music tonight from 8pm with Blue Harlequin at Dereham

Visit County School Station & Wensum Valley Miniature Railway on 15th September.
23/08/2024

Visit County School Station & Wensum Valley Miniature Railway on 15th September.

A chance to explore this classic Great Eastern Railway junction station and discover how the station linked to the rest of the world through rail and maritime connections.

Coming up on 7th September.
23/08/2024

Coming up on 7th September.

Just what was involved in getting trains back on the abandoned railway between Wymondham and Dereham - and now, in keeping it safely operational? And where does Wymondham Abbey Station fit in?

23/08/2024

Class 37884 'Cepheus' seen sitting at Dereham MPD last night with our Chief of Security & Professional Food Eater Flash wanting to be the centre of attention!

📸 MNR

It’s the August Bank Holiday and starting Friday, it is our Annual Beer & Music festival with around 50 ales and 20 cide...
22/08/2024

It’s the August Bank Holiday and starting Friday, it is our Annual Beer & Music festival with around 50 ales and 20 ciders available. There are two bars, the main bar at Dereham Station is open All weekend from 11am - 11pm with live music Friday & Saturday night. Our smaller bar is open at Thuxton Station while trains are running all weekend.

Train services run between Dereham, Thuxton & Wymondham Abbey all weekend with late night trains Friday, Saturday & Sunday to help visitors travel home.

Normal Fares are available will Kids go Free on trains over the weekend with special offer combinations available for Beer & Train Tickets to save money.

Full details are available online at http://www.midnorfolkrailway.co.uk/beer

21/08/2024

We are delighted to reveal our THE POLAR EXPRESS cast of 2024 at the Mid-Norfolk Railway

Is your Chef/Elf/Conductor or even the big man himself here amongst the talented faces?

Incredible performers from across the UK thanks to hard working agents , Raw Artist Management, Stopford agency

20/08/2024

110 Mile Running Day - Class 47580 “County of Essex” 60th Anniversary - Saturday 31st August 2024

The Mid-Norfolk Railway is delighted to announce a special event in collaboration with the Stratford 47 Group. Together, we will be hosting a 110-mile running day which will be celebrating 47580 "County of Essex" 60th year in service.

The event will be taking place on Saturday 31st August and will consist of five round trips between Dereham and Wymondham Abbey, covering a distance of 22 miles each time. We look forward to celebrating this milestone with all railway enthusiasts.

Full details including fares & times can be found on our website (https://www.midnorfolkrailway.co.uk/47580-110milerunningday)

The Mid-Norfolk Railway - East Anglia's longest heritage railway.

Join us for our highly-anticipated Beer & Cider Festival, taking place from Friday 23rd to Monday 26th of August. This y...
19/08/2024

Join us for our highly-anticipated Beer & Cider Festival, taking place from Friday 23rd to Monday 26th of August. This year's festival promises to be bigger and better than ever before, with a wide selection of beers and ciders for all tastes.

We are pleased to announce that an extensive train timetable will be in operation throughout the weekend, featuring our resident Steam locomotive BR Standard 4MT 80078 and our modern 1980s Leyland Pacer 142061.

On Friday the 23rd, we are excited to welcome the four-piece touring band FORGED who will be performing LIVE from 7:30pm to 10:30pm. Get ready to rock out to their set filled with classic hits, Hendrix covers, and blues tunes.

And on Saturday the 24th, don't miss Blue Harlequin as they take the stage with their energetic performance of rock covers and original tracks. TIMES TBC

Tickets and tokens will be available on the day, however for more information please visit our website: www.midnorfolkrailway.co.uk/beer

Please note that all beers, ciders etc are subject to availability and that the MNR has operates a Challenge 25 Policy. Furthermore all traction is subject to availability.

16/08/2024

‼️ SUNDAY 18TH AUGUST between 9am 🕘 and 11am 🕚 🚧 Station Road and a number of roads in Dereham will either be temporarily closed or a one-way system. Allow extra time to get to Dereham Railway Station.

This is due to the Dereham Runners AC event taking place. 🏃‍♂️ 🏃 🏃‍♀️

THE DINO SQUAD EXPRESS IS HERE!!!!Our first train has left Derehan station and Dillon has loved helping check everyone i...
15/08/2024

THE DINO SQUAD EXPRESS IS HERE!!!!

Our first train has left Derehan station and Dillon has loved helping check everyone in. He now has his eye on the delicious cakes in our Tea Room!

Please note our Station and Tea Room today are only open to passengers of The Dino Squad Express, apologies for any inconvenience.

www.midnorfolkrailway.co.uk

1 more day to go until The Dino Squad Express!!!! Online tickets are on sale until 11am today so get in quick!!!Join us ...
14/08/2024

1 more day to go until The Dino Squad Express!!!! Online tickets are on sale until 11am today so get in quick!!!

Join us for a roarsome day filled with dinosaurs, fun activities and a steam train ride! Our Tea Room will also be open serving a range of drinks and snacks l, as well as Dinosaur themed children's lunchboxes.

For more information and to book visit our website:
www.midnorfolkrailway.co.uk/d

Weds 14th August - mid-week STEAM hauled services - KIDS GO FREEOur stunning resident steam locomotive Standard 4MT 8007...
13/08/2024

Weds 14th August - mid-week STEAM hauled services - KIDS GO FREE

Our stunning resident steam locomotive Standard 4MT 80078 will be hauling our restored maroon carriages between Dereham and Wymondham Abbey tomorrow. There is no need to pre-book, so just turn up and hop on for a nostalgic day out! Why not take onboard some delicious treats and drinks from our Tea Room to enjoy as you take in the beautiful Norfolk countryside.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 For each full fare Adult Day Rover purchased, 2 Children can journey for FREE!

For fare and timetable details please visit our website:
www.midnorfolkrailway.co.uk

Only 2 days to go until the dinosaurs rule the railway and Dillon is carrying out some final checks!Tickets for The Dino...
13/08/2024

Only 2 days to go until the dinosaurs rule the railway and Dillon is carrying out some final checks!

Tickets for The Dino Squad Express on Thurs 15th August are available to book online until 11am tomorrow (Weds 14th). Join us for a fantastic day filled with dinosaur encounters, activities and lots of photo opportunities. We will also be joined by Wild Ones facepainting who will have some roarsome designs available (additional cost applies).

For more info and to book please visit our website:
www.midnorfolkrailway.co.uk/d

BEER & CIDER FESTIVALFri 23rd to Mon 26th AugustOur annual beer festival returns for 2024 with a bang! We are bringing i...
12/08/2024

BEER & CIDER FESTIVAL
Fri 23rd to Mon 26th August

Our annual beer festival returns for 2024 with a bang! We are bringing in a huge selection of beers and ciders, with something for everyone to enjoy.

On Friday 23rd we will also have LIVE music from four piece touring band FORGED. Their set will last from 7.30pm to 10.30pm and they will be playing some classic rock, Hendrix and Blues.

Online tickets and tokens will be available shortly, however for more information please visit our website:
www.midnorfolkrailway.co.uk/beer

THE DINO SQUAD EXPRESSThurs 15th August9.45am   12.15pm   2.45pmJoin Dillon the dinosaur for some summer holiday roaring...
12/08/2024

THE DINO SQUAD EXPRESS
Thurs 15th August
9.45am 12.15pm 2.45pm

Join Dillon the dinosaur for some summer holiday roaring fun on The Dino Squad Express at the Mid Norfolk Railway. Come and meet lots of different dinosaurs at our stations and onboard our Steam train.

Your ticket includes one round trip between Dereham and Thuxton (approx. 1 hour and 10 minutes) at your pre-ordered time, as well as access to our station and marquee. In the marquee there will be dinosaur activities, photo opportunities and displays. Our Tea Room will also be open providing refreshments and snacks, including dinosaur themed lunch boxes.

For more information and to book please visit our website:
www.midnorfolkrailway.co.uk/d

We're always looking for more volunteers, we have many different roles and opportunities available. We always need more ...
09/08/2024

We're always looking for more volunteers, we have many different roles and opportunities available.
We always need more level crossing keepers, signallers, ticket office & shop staff and more. Maybe you want to maintain or drive the trains one day.....
For further details, see:

Retired, or just want a new leisure interest? Why not get in touch now? You won't regret it! Give us a little of your spare time, meet and make new friends, enjoy yourself and learn new skills whilst helping us run the Mid-Norfolk Railway.

1940s Weekend - Sat 3rd & Sun 4th AugWe have had a wonderful day on the Mid Norfolk Railway today for the first day of o...
03/08/2024

1940s Weekend - Sat 3rd & Sun 4th Aug

We have had a wonderful day on the Mid Norfolk Railway today for the first day of our 1940s weekend! Thank you to everyone that joined in and had a great time.

Sunday is the final day so make sure you come along to travel back in time. Dereham Station, Yaxham Station and Hardingham Station all play host to displays and reenactors, plus there is lots to see and do in Wymondham Abbey Halt field - including stalls, displays, vintage vehicles, food, drinks and even a live singer.

Entrance Only and Travel Tickets can be purchased at Wymondham Station and Dereham Station (cash & card payments accepted at both). Prices and more information can be found on our website:

www.midnorfolkrailway.co.uk/1940s

3rd & 4th August 1940s WeekendLAST CHANCE TO BOOK DISCOUNTED TICKETS!Pre-bookable discounted tickets are only on sale un...
02/08/2024

3rd & 4th August 1940s Weekend
LAST CHANCE TO BOOK DISCOUNTED TICKETS!

Pre-bookable discounted tickets are only on sale until 3pm today, Fri 2nd August, so make sure to get yours now!

Join us for a weekend back in time with lots of displays, reenactors, vintage stalls, food, drinks & music. Our two steam engines will transport you across our line where there will be displays at several of our stations, plus a huge field of activities next to Wymondham Abbey Halt!

For more information and to book, please visit our website:
www.midnorfolkrailway.co.uk/1940s

📅 What's on at the Mid-Norfolk Railway in August 🎫 Kids Go Free on all Maroon & Green days🪖 1940s Weekend - 3-4 August🐟 ...
02/08/2024

📅 What's on at the Mid-Norfolk Railway in August

🎫 Kids Go Free on all Maroon & Green days
🪖 1940s Weekend - 3-4 August
🐟 Breckland Fryer Fish & Chip train - 10 August
🧁 Cream Tea Train - 11 August
🦖 Dino Squad Express - 15 August
🚙 Dereham Car Boot- 20 August
🍺 Beer & Cider Festival - 23-26 August
🚂 47580 60th Birthday 110 mile running day - 31 August

PLUS: Wensum Valley Railway at County School are open every Sunday throughout the month

To see what days trains are operating, please visit: http://www.midnorfolkrailway.co.uk

Less than 2 days remaining to get your discounted 1940s tickets for this weekend Sat 3rd and Sun 4th August.Pre-bookable...
01/08/2024

Less than 2 days remaining to get your discounted 1940s tickets for this weekend Sat 3rd and Sun 4th August.

Pre-bookable tickets are cheaper than on the day but are only available until 3pm on Friday 2nd August so get in quick!

There will be lots to see and do both at Dereham Station and Wymondham Abbey Halt, as well as displays at intermediary stations Yaxham and Hardingham. Yaxham Light Railway will be running their popular Driver for a Fiver so make sure to stop off there!

For more information and to book please visit our website:

www.midnorfolkrailway.co.uk/1940s

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