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Heritage railways · Yorkshire & the Humber

North Yorkshire Moors Railway

In or near Goathland.

👪 Family-friendly

North Yorkshire Moors Railway is a heritage railway in the United Kingdom.

Trackside scenery on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway - geograph.org.uk - 199026

Margaret Clough — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1.5 h–3 h
Best time of year
Spring – autumn
Nearest railway station
Newton Dale Halt · 1.6 km
  • Family-friendly

About

North Yorkshire Moors Railway is a heritage railway in the United Kingdom — a preserved or volunteer-run line carrying tourist services. Coordinates: 54.3563°, -0.7113°.

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Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Newtondale SSSI
  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: North York Moors SSSI

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

North Yorkshire Moors Railway is a heritage railway located in Yorkshire. It operates within the North York Moors SSSI and Newtondale SSSI, highlighting its ecological significance. The railway offers a glimpse into the region's industrial history while providing scenic views of the moors.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
54.3563, -0.7113
Nearest railway station
Newton Dale Halt — 1.6 km

Sources

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Where to eat & stay near North Yorkshire Moors Railway

Places to stay

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Marfit Head Farm

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White Swan Campsite

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Hostels · Yorkshire & the Humber

Dalby Youth Hostel

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Caravan parks · Yorkshire & the Humber

Ashfield Caravan Site

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Places to eat & drink

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Station Tavern

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The Blacksmith's Arms Restaurant

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The Wilson Arms

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The Rose Inn

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Restaurants · Yorkshire & the Humber

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Frequently asked questions

Where is North Yorkshire Moors Railway?
North Yorkshire Moors Railway is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom.
What is North Yorkshire Moors Railway?
North Yorkshire Moors Railway is a heritage railway in the United Kingdom.
How do I get to North Yorkshire Moors Railway?
The nearest railway station is Newton Dale Halt, about 1.6 km away. The nearest town is Goathland. Its coordinates are 54.3563°, -0.7113°.
Is North Yorkshire Moors Railway a protected site?
Yes — North Yorkshire Moors Railway is part of the Newtondale SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the North York Moors SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
How do I get to North Yorkshire Moors Railway?
The nearest railway station is Newton Dale Halt, about 1.6 km away.