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Groups Groups, Charters & Coaches Group Travel, Celebrations & Private Charter Trains Experience the charm of the Mid-Norfolk Railway with a unique and memorable journey. Our heritage railway operates year-round, and groups can pre-book seats on any of our timetabled services to enjoy a special day out. We welcome a variety of group bookings, including: • Weddings, anniversaries, and birthday celebrations • Family gatherings and reunions • Corporate events and team-building activities • Club and society outings For school groups , we offer engaging talks on the history of the Mid-Norfolk Railway, which can be tailored to suit curriculum requirements—combining education with an enjoyable heritage experience. Looking for something extra special? We offer private charter train hire for exclusive events outside of our regular operating schedule (subject to seasonal engineering works). Contact us for details on hire charges and availability. Coach Party Packages We provide specially designed packages to ensure a smooth and enjoyable visit for coach parties. Catering Our expert catering team offers a selection of refreshments, including homemade cakes and light bites. We are happy to accommodate dietary requirements with advance notice. Parking & Access Dereham Station: Large car park available with ample space for coaches. Wymondham Abbey Station: Limited car parking only. Coaches can drop off and pick up passengers but cannot park on-site. Bookings & Enquiries For bookings or further details, please contact our team at groups@mnr.org.uk . We’re here to assist with your plans and answer any questions.

Gallery The Mid-Norfolk Railway Preservation Trust, a registered charity, relies on the generous support of the public to keep East Anglia’s longest heritage railway running. In recent years, rising costs of materials and labor have placed significant financial pressure on heritage railways across the UK. Many, including ours, are launching appeals to fund the essential work needed to preserve Britain’s railway heritage for future generations. If you would like to contribute, there are several ways to donate: Donate Online - Make a donation using your debit or credit card here . In-Person Donations - Visit our ticket offices at Dereham or Wymondham Stations on operating days to donate directly. Bank Transfer (BACS): Account Name: MNRPT Account Number: 52109003 Sort Code: 60-07-47 Reference: Donation Postal Donations Payable to: MNRPT Post to: The Mid-Norfolk Railway, Railway Station, Station Road, Dereham, Norfolk, NR19 1DF. Legacy Giving Consider naming the Mid-Norfolk Railway Preservation Trust as a beneficiary in your will to leave a lasting legacy. Charity Information Registered Name: The Mid-Norfolk Railway Preservation Trust Registered Office: The Railway Station, Dereham, Norfolk, NR19 1DF Registered Charity Number: 1046931 Back to School Appeal Back To School is an appeal for funds to upgrade the facilities at County School station, preparing it for its role as the northern terminus of the line, and see the railway between the station and North Elmham, where it meets the rest of the MNR, restored to operational condition. To donate & more info - click here

Green Timetable Looking for a truly unique and unforgettable experience? Join us on our Green Timetable days and step back in time with a ride aboard our beautifully preserved 1950s Heritage “first generation” railcar or our iconic 1980s second-generation Pacer Railbus. Your journey spans a picturesque 22-mile round trip between the delightful town of Dereham and the historic market town of Wymondham. While in Wymondham, don’t miss the chance to visit the magnificent Abbey, just a short 5-minute walk from our station. Make the most of your adventure with our flexible rover tickets, offering unlimited travel and the freedom to hop on and off throughout the day! 2025 Green Timetable - March to October East Dereham Yaxham - Request Thuxton Kimberley Park - Request Wymondham Abbey Wymondham Abbey Kimberley Park - Request Thuxton Yaxham - Request East Dereham Fares Tickets can be bought at either Dereham or Wymondham Abbey station, if you are boarding at either Yaxham, Thuxton or Kimberley Park tickets can be bought on the train. Continuing from 2024 our popular Kids Go Free** offer is valid for all Green timetable dates. Fare Type Green Timetable Rover Green Timetable Return Journey Adult £17 £10 Child (aged 5-15) £5** £5 Child (under 5) FREE FREE Concession (Over 60, Disabled & Students) £15 £10 Registered Carers £10 £8 Dogs/Bikes £3 £3 MNRPT Member £10 £5 Traction Class 142 061 30th April 2025 *Please note that whilst every effort is made to the advertised traction & services we do reserve the right to amend, alter or cancel service, The Mid-Norfolk Railway does not accept any responsibility for any inconvenience caused. ** For every full-paying adult rover fare, 2 accompanying children may travel for free. *** Dates and traction allocations are planned to run but are subject to change at short notice.

County School Station 1/3 Built in 1886 by Great Eastern Railway Named after the Boarding School it was built to serve Closed to passengers in October 1964 Bought by the MNR in 1999 Back to School Appeal Back To School is an appeal for funds to upgrade the facilities at County School station, preparing it for its role as the northern terminus of the line, and see the railway between the station and North Elmham, where it meets the rest of the MNR, restored to operational condition. To donate & more info - click here While most of our stations were built by the Norfolk Railway when the line opened, County School was added by the Great Eastern Railway in 1886, as a junction station for the East Norfolk Railway's line to Aylsham and Wroxham. Originally planned to be built at Broom Green, the railway was persuaded to move the station and points 1 mile further south to serve the Norfolk County School. In 1903 the Norfolk County School became the Watts Naval School, but the station kept its original name. A result of relocating the station was that the two branch lines ran beside each other for the mile northwards to Broom Green, creating a section of line that frequently saw unofficial races between Wells and Wroxham-bound trains. In 1915, a goods train from Wroxham and a passenger train from Wells met at Broom Green and appear to have raced each other on the approach to County School. Sadly, the goods driver misread the signals and the two trains collided on the points outside County School signal box. Luckily, nobody was hurt – but a buffer from one of the engines was found on site, and is now displayed at the station. In 1954, the complicated track layout, and quiet nature, of the site was chosen by British Railways as an ideal location for much of the principal filming of their driver training films used during the introduction of Diesel Multiple Unit trains. Driving trailer car E56301 is displayed at the station to mark this connection to the British Railways Modernisation Plan. The branch to Wroxham had closed in 1952, although a short section to Foulsham remained in use for goods until 1964. Final passenger closure came under the Beeching Cuts in 1964. A year later, the station was chosen as a location in “Weavers Green”, a short-lived Anglia Television rural soap opera. Soon after this, the island platform building and signal boxes were demolished and much of the track removed. A single line through the site survived to serve the remaining goods trains until it was closed and lifted in 1983. Activity resumed at the station in 1987, with track through the station being relaid and opened as a demonstration line by 1990 – operated by a private company. In 1992, the station became “Gare De Nouvion” in the penultimate episode of wartime sitcom “Allo, Allo”. In 1996, following the closure of the previous operation, the Mid-Norfolk Railway signed a lease for the site, and raised £28,000 to refurbish the buildings to LNER condition. In 1999, the MNR purchased the site from Breckland District Council. In 2005, the refurbished station featured as Eynsford station in the television movie “Peter Warlock: Some Little Joy”. The North Norfolk Model Engineering Club moved to the site in 2019, beginning work on the Wensume Valley Miniature Railway in 2021. This 3.5 and 5 inch gauge line uses part of the old Wroxham branch north of the station, and is open to passengers on selected Sundays. At the moment, no standard gauge trains operate at the site, but efforts to return trains to the site are ongoing. There is a museum telling some of the stories of the station, school and local area and a popular Tea Room, which is open at weekends for most of the year. The station is also the start of a number of local walks, and is signposted from the nearby National Cycle Network. Written by R Cullen

The Mid-Norfolk Railway - Reviews The Mid-Norfolk Railway Preservation Trust over the last 29 years has had a commitment to preserving railway heritage which has allowed us to create a memorable and unique experience for all who visit. Come and see for yourself what makes so special. If you've visited us and wish to leave us a review, please use the Contact Us form.

Our Stations Discover the rich history, exciting attractions, and facilities of each of our stations. From the bustling town centre to the peaceful countryside, our stations offer something for everyone. Explore our website to learn more about what each station has to offer. County School Station NR20 5LE Dereham Station NR19 1DF Wymondham Abbey Station NR18 9PH

Murder Mystery Specials Dreamstone.armandhand dreamstone logo Dreamstone.armandhand 1/2 Multiple themes throughout the year Locally sourced Fish & Chips meal Dress up for immersion (not compulsory) Runs throughout the Summer Season (May to September) Book Now Dinner, drinks, and a murder. Join us aboard the Murder Mystery Train for an evening of suspense and mystery. As you enjoy locally sourced fish & chips at your table, you’ll work to solve the mystery before it’s too late. With multiple themes throughout the year, there’s always a new adventure to be had. Book your tickets now and join us for a night you won’t forget! The ticket price includes your choice of either Fish & Chips, Sausage & Chips or a Vegetarian option, drinks can be purchased separatley. Your evening will feature two scenic round trips between Dereham and Thuxton. The experience begins at 6:00 pm, with the train departing from Dereham at 6:30 pm. By 9:00 pm, the mystery will be solved, ensuring an exciting and immersive experience throughout the journey Dates Book Now Saturday 17th May / Dereham Station Theme: It's... A Lemon Entry My Dear Watson! Holmes and Watson have been called in to investigate the disappearance of a stash of Yellow Diamonds – mysteriously discovered at the Cornaro Family Lemon Grove in Italy; and equally mysteriously found to have gone missing! What has an English baker, a food critic and a demonologist got to do with it? Why has the search led to a train in Dereham? Most importantly – will Holmes solve the crime before somebody is MURDERED? Dress in Victorian costume (optional) and jump aboard this adventure. Let us hope nothing turns too sour on the way! Saturday 19th July / Dereham Station Theme: TBC Saturday 6th September / Dereham Station Theme: TBC Dining Train - Terms & Conditions *Please note that whilst every effort is made to the advertised traction & services we do reserve the right to amend, alter or cancel service, The Mid-Norfolk Railway does not accept any responsibility for any inconvenience caused. **Please note that the Mid-Norfolk Railway do operate a Challenge 25 policy and reserves the right to ask for Photo Identification/proof of date of birth. The Mid-Norfolk Railway also reserves the right to not serve alcohol to anyone it believes is below 18 years old, no refund will be made in this case. The Mid-Norfolk Railway will not tolerate any abuse or violence towards its staff members at any time. ***The Mid-Norfolk Railway are unable to offer any cancellations, refunds or reschedules to any orders, therefore please ensure you can attend the date/time you select before you make payment and book. By making a booking you agree that you shall not take on board the carriage any alcoholic drinks or illegal substances. ****Please note that animals, except service dogs, are not allowed on any of our dining experiences.

Education Museum & Education The Museum Room on Dereham Station is open most days when timetabled MNR trains are running. Browse through a selection of local and regional railway exhibits and - if you wish - talk with the steward who will be on duty there. Our aim is to tell the story of this railway line from its opening in 1846 right up to the present day, with the help of the additional items displayed in the café seating area. That said, the whole railway is really a working museum, with sights, sounds and smells evocative of the 1950s and 1960s under the nationalised British Railways. The Museum is run by the MNR's Heritage and Education Team. Besides the museum work, we also: Provide free activity sheets for young visitors to Dereham Station. Work with schools, colleges and other museums. Regularly provide speakers for clubs and other groups. We offer a range of general interest railway-related talks. Specialist talks are also possible, in conjunction with other MNR teams. Please direct enquiries to museum@mnr.org.uk

1940s Weekend 2nd & 3rd August 2025 1/15 Multiple 1940s displays at various stations along the line. Intensive service of trains running throughout to Wymondham Live firepower demonstration at Dereham Station. Our much loved annual 1940s Weekend is back for 2025. Join us on Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd August for a unique opportunity to explore our history and experience the period in person. Two vintage steam trains will be running services across the weekend to transport you back in time to engage with many historical displays and demonstrations. There will be multiple period-appropriate vehicles on display and interactive exhibits that showcase life during this era. A live firepower demonstration at Dereham Station showcasing various period firearms is not to be missed! Day Rover tickets provide access to all displays across the line as well as unlimited travel between Dereham and Wymondham Abbey. There will be an admission fee to access the displays & stalls at Dereham station & the display area adjacent to Wymondham Abbey Halt - please note this is a one-off cost which gains you access to both ends, but not access to the steam trains. A FREE vintage bus service will also be provided between Wymondham mainline station and Wymondham Abbey Halt to allow visitors to travel to and from our event. FANCY GETTING INVOLVED?? Vehicle - To apply for a vehicle to attend our event please click here . Display - To apply for a display to attend our event please click here . Trade Stand - To apply for a trade stand to attend our event please click here . Timetables To Be Announced Fares Tickets can be bought at either Dereham or Wymondham Abbey station, if you are boarding at either Yaxham, Thuxton or Kimberley Park tickets can be bought on the train. To Be Announced Event - Terms & Conditions *Please note that whilst every effort is made to the advertised traction & services we do reserve the right to amend, alter or cancel service, The Mid-Norfolk Railway does not accept any responsibility for any inconvenience caused. **Please note that the Mid-Norfolk Railway do operate a Challenge 25 policy and reserves the right to ask for Photo Identification/proof of date of birth. The Mid-Norfolk Railway also reserves the right to not serve alcohol to anyone it believes is below 18 years old, no refund will be made in this case. The Mid-Norfolk Railway will not tolerate any abuse or violence towards its staff members at any time. ***The Mid-Norfolk Railway are unable to offer any cancellations, refunds or reschedules to any orders, therefore please ensure you can attend the date/time you select before you make payment and book. By making a booking you agree that you shall not take on board the carriage any alcoholic drinks or illegal substances.

CONTACT US The Mid-Norfolk Railway, Railway Station, Station Road, Dereham, Norfolk, NR19 1DF First Name Last Name Email Phone Number Thank you for submitting. One of our team will get back to you shortly. Message Submit Telephone No: 01362 690633 Email: info@mnr.org.uk Office Hours : 9am to 2:30pm - Monday to Friday Dereham Station Ticket Office : 10am to 3:30pm - Every running day EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBER - 07503 293910 THIS TELEPHONE NUMBER IS ONLY TO BE USED IN EMERGENCIES I.E. A danger to the running of trains, a trespasser on the railway etc. Please note that there is a £200 charge for improper use.

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