We are pleased to announce the Special Events line-up for 2009:
(last updated 12th May 2009)
Rolls Royce and Bentley Owners Club
Sunday May 17th
Rolls Royce and Bentley Owners Club meet at Goathland Station.
The Last Train from Gun Hill
May 23rd-25th
Step back in time to the American West at Levisham – includes a tent town with living history displays, cowboys, lawmen and some truly devious desperados. A charity event in aid of local charities including the Railways own Bridge and Wheels fund.
Swinging Sixties
June 13th – 14th
Celebrate the swinging 60s in ‘Heartbeat’ country, with a groovy mix of period locomotives, vehicle displays and live music.
For more information about events in Pickering on the 60s Weekend please visit www.pickering60sfestival.co.uk
Vintage Vehicle Weekend
July 11th – 12th
A historic weekend with a number of classic and vintage vehicles on display along the railway.
Clitheroe Royal Grammar School Swing Band
July 17th
The school swing band will be performing on Goathland Station during the afternoon.
The Foottappers
July 19th
Popular Shadows band The Foottappers make a return visit to Levisham for another afternoon of great music.
Stations in Bloom competition
July 25th – 26th
Stations in Bloom competition – all passengers get to vote on the best florally decorated station on the Railway.
Morris Minor Owners Club
July 25th
Many Morris Minors at Goathland, whilst their owners enjoy the NYMR
Teesside Yesteryear Motor Club and the Morris Minor Owners Club
Sunday July 26th
Teesside Yesteryear Motor Club and the Morris Minor Owners Club meets at Goathland Station, displaying cars and motorcycles from the 1930s onwards.
Family Weekend
August 1st – 2nd
A celebration of all things Yorkshire.
Music on the Moors
August 29th
Music on the Moors at Levisham – folk day including the Goathland Plough Stots.
Music on the Moors
August 30th
Music on the Moors at Levisham – rock, roll and pop with John Berryman.
Music on the Moors
August 31st
Music on the Moors at Levisham – band day with the Hummanby Band.
Capri Motor Club
Sunday September 6th
Capri Motor Club meet at Goathland Station.
Teddy Bears’ Picnic
September 12th – 13th
If you go down to the Railway at Levisham, you’re in for a pleasant surprise!
Heritage Diesel Gala
September 18th – 20th
A great weekend for diesel enthusiasts and those who want to learn more about our wonderful trains.
Bentley Drivers Club
September 26th
The Bentley Drivers Club will meet at Grosmont Station.
Riley Owners Club
September 27th
A meet of the Riley Owners Club at Goathland Station.
Autumn Steam Gala
October 2nd – 4th
A spectacular weekend of steam locomotion with our own and other ‘guest’ engines.
The Railway at War
October 16th – 18th
We’ve turned the clocks back to 1943 for our most popular event of the year, with ENSA entertainers, street parades, vehicle displays and re-enactments along the railway.
Wizard Weekend
October 31st – November 1st
A magic weekend of spell-binding activities along the Railway.
Santa Specials
December 5th – 6th, 12th – 13th, and 18th – 21st
Join Santa and his helpers on board our seasonal steam train excursions. Festive fun all the way. Refreshments included. Ideal for small children and families.
Book more than 1 month in advance and receive 10% discount. (excluding Santa Specials).
Special Event Fares apply. To be confirmed.
Child Age 5-15 inclusive.
