Due to the planned Engineering Works at Nunthorpe Level Crossing, from Monday 23 to Friday 27 February 2026, a Rail Replacement Bus Service will operate during those dates between Middlesbrough and Whitby. Please see Timetable below or visit www.eskvalleyrailway.co.uk/timetable/

Our New Year's Day Special trains are running again, on Thursday 1st January, between Darlington and Whitby. See below for times or visit our website: www.eskvalleyrailway.co.uk/timetable/

Season's Greetings from everyone at Esk Valley Railway. Our Newsletter will be out in the New Year. Meanwhile, don't forget that our New Year's Day Special trains are running once again on 1st January. Follow link below for more details: www.eskvalleyrailway.co.uk/wp-content/u...

Out delivering timetables on a beautiful morning up on Danby Moor.

What fun we had on the Forget-Me-Not Christmas Jumper Special yesterday. Thank you to everyone who has joined us on the Forget-Me-Not Dementia trains this year. Please join us again on Wednesday 15 April 2026. Many thanks also to our lovely volunteers for all their help. Merry Christmas Everyone!

Once again, our New Year's Day Special trains will be running between Darlington and Whitby. See below for times or visit our website. www.eskvalleyrailway.co.uk/timetable/

The new 07.24 service from Whitby got off to a 'sizzling' start today as passengers enjoyed complimentary bacon butties and hot drinks along the way! Esk Valley Community Rail Partnership are delighted with today's passenger numbers and look forward to seeing its popularity continue to grow.

RISE AND SHINE - ALONG THE LINE To mark the start of the new early morning train from Whitby starting at 07.24 Monday 15th December, Esk Valley Community Rail Partnership will be giving away bacon butties to the first 50 passengers! www.eskvalleyrailway.co.uk/rise-and-shi...

We are thrilled to announce that the Forget-Me-Not Dementia Train has been shortlisted for a National Rail Award! Thank you to everyone who has 'got on board' with us and contributed to its success. Hope to see you all on the Christmas Jumper Special next Wednesday 17 December !!

The new East Coast Timetable begins on 14th December and, starting Monday 15th December, includes a new early morning service direct to Newcastle. This will depart from Whitby at 07.24, with a return through service from Newcastle at 16.40, arriving back into Whitby for 19.34.

Delighted to welcome our MP Alison Hume to Glaisdale for some very useful talks about improving the service on the Esk Valley Line

Glaisdale Primary School children created this wonderful painting in memory of well known local volunteer and Esk Valley Railway Station Adopter, Roger Norris. The painting was unveiled last Friday by his wife, Jean, and local MP Alison Hume.

Last Friday, in preparation of the new early morning train service starting on 15 December, EVRDC volunteers met at Glaisdale Station to hand out Safety leaflets to local school children. Whistle, the Northern Rail Mascot was on hand with muffins and warm drinks for everyone too!

New Service Alert ⏰ The NEW early morning 7:24am is coming! The service will depart from Whitby, calling along the Esk Valley to Middlesbrough and then on to Newcastle. Get a £2 ticket between 15th-24th December. Book now and save!

We have taken the difficult decision to cancel today's Forget-Me-Not Event. Apologises for any inconvenience that this may have caused you. PLEASE NOTE: This doesn't mean that the train is cancelled only our Forget-Me-Not Event. Please check Northern's website for travel updates. Image by Freepik

A new plan for Whitby Survey NYC would like to hear your views about the town plan for Whitby. The results from this survey will help them understand how residents and visitors feel about the town and what they would like to see improved. Scan the QR code on the poster to complete the survey.

The weather outside may look frightful, but on Wednesday's Forget-Me-Not Train, it will be warm and delightful. And, as it's Whitby's Chocolate Festival, we'll be handing out chocolates on the train too!

We have been informed that Whitby Station Booking Office is now closed until April 2026. Please be sure to buy your Car Park tickets from the machine and your Train tickets from the Northern Rail ticket machine on the platform. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.

Just a quick reminder that our next Forget-Me-Not Dementia Train is on Wednesday 19 November followed by our Christmas Jumper Special on Wednesday 17 December!

Nunthorpe station has once again been decorated in preparation for Remembrance Day. Thank you to the Nunthorpe & Marton Knitters for their wonderful work and to the station volunteers.

Please join us for an illustrated talk by Jane Ellis on 'READING THE LANDSCAPE: UNCOVERING MYSTERIES OF THE MOORS & COAST' on Sunday 2 November at 7pm. The talk is £5 entry (including refreshments). Please email to reserve a space and pay on the door: [email protected].

Community Earth Project Morning Meetup - Saturday 1 November at Bow Bridge Community Meadow, Castleton from 10am-12 noon. Get involved in some of the activities or join us for a WANDER and a CHAT. DRESS warm and snug as autumn is upon us. Just turn up on the day! (Sorry no dogs)

Sweet Treats ready for tomorrow's EVRDC Board Meeting 😋

Many thanks to Steve, from Poet's Cottage, and the Danby Station Adopters Team for brightening up the planters and borders at #Danby Station. It all looks amazing!

The Friends of Nunthorpe Station and The Nunthorpe & Marton Knitters tribute to the S&DR 200th Anniversary. www.facebook.com/reel/4414944...

The next Esk Valley Railway FORGET-ME-NOT DEMENTIA TRAIN departs from Whitby Station at 12.00 this Wednesday 17th September, followed by a further train on 19th November plus a Christmas Special on 17th December! See website for further details: www.eskvalleyrailway.co.uk/forget-me-no...

The Moorland Railway and Gardens Special Charity Day for the Volunteer Firefighters has now raised over £1400 !! Well done to everyone involved in making the day such a success and THANK YOU !!

Thank you to everyone who attended our special Firefighters Charity Open Day at Moorland Railway and Gardens on Sunday. To date, we have raised over £1300 to go towards the Volunteer Firefighters Fund! Also, thank you to all the volunteers who helped make the day such a success!

Following all the amazing work done by local farmers and businesses helping to contain the Moorland Fires which threatened us for the last couple of weeks we have decided to raise funds for all the volunteer firefighters at the Charity Day this Sunday.

🎨 Fancy having your artwork displayed at railway stations across the North? As part of Northern's Railway200 celebrations, we're looking for artists to come up with a fresh take on famous British Railways posters produced between the 1920s and 1950s. www.northernrailway.co.uk/offers/compe...

Today, Nunthorpe Station volunteers had a mammoth session replacing one of the old, rotten planters on platform 1. They would like to thank @The Shed Redcar, who custom built their smart new planter 👏🏻 which will be topped up with compost and planted up later.

This Sunday, #TheRainbowCentre will be bringing their van and will be ready to collect any clothes or food you would like to donate. Simply bring it with you and pop it straight into the van, donating made very easy!

Moorland Railway & Gardens will be open again this Sunday afternoon (3 August). Come along and enjoy Cream Teas, Cakes, Miniature Train Rides and much, much more!

🎨Artwork Competition S&DR200 🚂 Goodie bags are ready for our young artists and will be going out from today. The children's artwork will be included in a large poster and displayed at Nunthorpe station. 👏🏻 Well done to all the children who entered

Last Friday our trusty team of volunteers were back at Middlesbrough Station to plant lots of herbs & flowers, supplied by TPE, in the raised beds. Once establised, the new planting will add a burst of colour and tranquility to the station. Thank you to everyone involved!

Another fun packed Forget-Me-Not Train on the Esk Valley Railway! Thank you to everyone that came along and to the many wonderful volunteers plus the team from Northern (inc. NE Regional Director Jason Wade, who joined in all the activities!) that made it such a success.

The Esk Valley CRP team have been busy at the stations along the line putting up our new Grand Day Out Posters. What a beautiful day to be in the Esk Valley!

Many thanks to Steve and the Whitby in Bloom team for the wonderful floral displays at Whitby Station!

The next Esk Valley Railway FORGET-ME-NOT DEMENTIA TRAIN departs from Whitby Station at 12.00 Wednesday 16th July, followed by further trains on 17th September and 19th November plus a Christmas Special on 17th December! See website for further details: www.eskvalleyrailway.co.uk/forget-me-no...

This Sunday (6 July) Moorland Railway & Gardens will be open once again for Cream Teas, Cakes, Miniature Train Rides and much, much more!

It's going to be a scorcher across many parts of the UK this week ☀️ If you are out travelling on the rail network, please take some extra time and care to keep cool. Stay hydrated and keep an eye out for your fellow passengers, so everyone gets where they need to be safely 😎

Community Rail Network, Campaign for Better Transport & Scenic Rail Britain for a photography competition! Share a scenic view from your train seat to be in with a chance of winning a £100 rail travel voucher. Full details here : communityrail.org.uk/join-celebra...

This week is #GreatBigGreenWeek and Rail is one of the greenest ways to travel, especially when combined with walking, cycling and public transport. So, why not 'Take The Train'?

Share this post and let’s make the Forget Me Not Appeal unmissable 💙 Today, we want as many people as possible to join in and tell us why you wear your Forget Me Not badge. Share your photos, tell your story, and make sure to tag us and use the hashtag #ForgetMeNotAppeal

It's #BikeWeek! 🚲 Empowering communities to travel through sustainable means brings a range of benefits for people, places and our environment. #CommunityRail is all about supporting people to take greener journeys via rail, cycling and walking & wheeling ♻️ @cyclinguk.bsky.social

As Volunteer's Week draws to a close, I would just like to say a big Thank You to our fantastic team of dedicated Station Adopters and Volunteers. So....

A reminder that the railway crossing will be closed overnight for Network Rail to replace traffic lights. 7th June for up to 3 nights. 23.45 hrs to 05.00 hrs

Monday 2nd to Sunday 8th June is National Volunteers' week and a great opportunity to pay tribute to our incredible team of Station Volunteers who put so much time and effort into keeping our stations looking so lovely. Thank you to you all!

This Saturday!

The month of June starts this Sunday, which means Moorland Railway & Gardens will be open once again for Cream Teas, Cakes, Miniature Train Rides and much, much more!