Head to the North Yorkshire Moors Railway for a magical summer full of fairy-tale fun and pirate adventure across the North Yorkshire Moors Railway (NYMR). From 19th July to 31st August, ride the rails and discover crafts, theatre, outdoor games, and competitions across all the stations. Inspired by the playful Pickering Pixie Trail and linking to the Whitby Pirate Festival, enjoy days out full of imagination, adventure and discovery. 

The NYMR has also launched two new exciting summer offers, making it easier (and cheaper) for families to enjoy a great day out. Kids Go Free – Children (aged 4-15) travel for free on all standard services and up to 30% off when booking in advance. 

🧚🏻‍♂️ Pixies (Saturday 19th July to Friday 8th August)

Step into a world of fairy-tale fun with Pixie Olympics, wand-making, den building, and a magical theatre show, A Midsummer Night’s Mischief. Dress up, snap selfies, and leave a wish at the Positivi-tree.

Saturday 19th July – Celebrate the start of the Pixie adventures and come along dressed in your best Pixie outfit, take a selfie, tag us on social media and be in with a chance of a family ticket. There’ll also be FREE Face Painting taking place on the day at Pickering Station. 

Sunday 20th July – Experience outdoor theatre ‘A Midsummer Night’s Mischief’ brought to you by Hoglets Theatre, taking place at Levisham Station. £8 per ticket for a 45-minute performance at 12.30, 1.45 and 3.00. Make a day of it and take advantage of advance booking discounts and enjoy a trip on the train.

Pixie Arts – Mondays at Pickering Station and Thursdays at Goathland Station, from 11am to 2pm. Get involved in a different craft each week, from pixie potions and wand making to flower crowns. 

Every day – Leap into the magic of the Pixie Olympics at Levisham Station and enjoy the self-led outdoor games. Share your positive thoughts on the Wishing Tree at Grosmont Station and leave behind good vibes for all to see. 

🏴‍☠️ Pirates (Saturday 9th to Sunday 31st August)

Get stuck into treasure hunts and pirate crafts, and enjoy The Sleep Pirates – a piratey performance about flying ships and shooting stars. 

Saturday 9th August – Celebrate the start of the Pirate adventures and come along dressed in your best Pirate outfit, take a selfie, tag us on social media and be in with a chance of a family ticket. There’ll also be FREE Face Painting taking place on the day at Pickering Station.

Tuesday 26th August – Experience the immersive theatre performance ‘The Sleep Pirates’ brought to you by Hoglets Theatre, taking place at Pickering Station. £8 per ticket for a 45-minute performance taking place at 12.30, 1.45 and 3.00. Make a day of it and take advantage of advance booking discounts and enjoy a trip on the train.

Pirates Crafts – Mondays at Pickering Station and Thursdays at Goathland Station, from 11am to 2pm. Get involved in a different craft each week, from designing a pirate flag to decorating your very own pirate sword.

Every day – Test your skills with our Pirate Games – a bounty of self-led outdoor games for brave buccaneers at Levisham Station! Then discover hidden gold with the Treasure Hunt around Grosmont Station.

👉 Plan your adventure at nymr.co.uk/summer

Win a family ticket for the North Yorkshire Moors Railway!

We’ve teamed up with our friends at the North Yorkshire Moors Railway to offer one lucky family the chance to hop aboard the North Yorkshire Moors Railway this summer! And you’ll also receive a family ticket for A Midsummer Night’s Mischief by Hoglets Theatre at Levisham Station on 20th July! Here’s how to enter:

HOW TO ENTER
⭐️ Head over to Instagram or Facebook and follow the instructions
⭐️ Or email competitions@little-vikings.co.uk with your name and postcode

The small print:

The prize is one family ticket (2 adults and 4 children) worth £99. The giveaway closes on 15th July 2025.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE: 

This voucher cannot be redeemed online. Instead, on the date you wish to visit, please exchange this voucher at the station Booking Office for tickets to use on the train. Terms & Conditions Apply. 

TERMS AND CONDITIONS: 

1. Not valid for our Annual Steam Gala (25-28 September 2025), Santa Specials (December 2025), group bookings, educational visits, Pullman Dining Trains, annual memberships, other NYMR tickets, or in conjunction with any other offer (excluding Kids Go Free). 

2. It is valid for 2 x Adults (16+ years old) and up to 4 x Children (0-15 years old) only. 

3. This is a Day Return ticket and not a 12 Month Annual Pass. 

4. This voucher has a cash value of GBP 0.001. It must not be sold or re-sold. It is not transferable, assignable, or redeemable for cash. 

5. Photocopied or damaged vouchers will not be accepted. 

6. Valid until 02/11/25, cannot be extended. 

7. For full Terms & Conditions, visit nymr.co.uk/terms