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North Yorkshire Moors Railway

Description: Pickering Station Park Street Pickering North Yorkshire YO18 7AJ Tel: +44 (0)1751 473 799 Fax: +44 (0)1751 476 970

Newest Review: ... little art gallery or take a stroll down to the engine sheds. Yes, I know it sounds dull, but it's worth a look as you can see them working on these massive engines really close at hand, which is rare nowadays. And they've got a fascinating little shop in the engine shed which is a neat combination of the usual Thomas the Tank Engine fare and genuine railway memorabilia. On your way back ... more

... there's a little picnic area as you approach the station, but you won't be stuck for picnic spots on the way, so don't worry if it's too early for your sarnies! At the station, one of the things that most struck me is the contrast between the steam railw...more

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North Yorkshire Moors Railway: The 'Heartbeat' of North Yorkshire (1271 words)
by - written on 25/07/05 (Very useful, 1427 readings)
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The North York Moors Railway is located in the heart of the North Yorkshire Moors National Park and within a few miles of some the of the major coastal destinations in the county, which makes it an ideal day out if you're on holiday anywhere in the area. The line runs from Grosmont in the north (which is 6 miles from Whitby) and Pickering in the south (7 miles north of Malton). The line opened in 1836, but was closed in 1965. Like many of the best of Britain's steam railways, however, it was not neglected for very long and it has been run as a preserved line since 1974. The 24 mile long line travels through some of the finest scenery in the area as well as stopping at ... Read the complete review

Step back in time (707 words)
by - written on 14/11/03 (Very useful, 101 readings)
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Whether you're a fan of Heartbeat or not the North York Moors Railway is well worth a visit. It runs 18 miles from Pickering in the south to Grosmont in the north, via Goathland, which is transformed into Aidensfield in order to film Heartbeat. Just in case you're unfamiliar with the place names here, this railway is situated almost on the north east coast of England, in Yorkshire. The line iteself is owned by the North York Moors Historical Railway trust who have run it as living museum since 1974. The steam trains and carriages are the originals, which have been lovingly restored providing a treat for the enthusiast and the interested observer ... Read the complete review

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