Summer Southern Steam Gala
27th - 29th June 2025
© Jonathan Hughes
Steaming into 30 years of the Mid Norfolk Railway Preservation Trust and Railway 200, we are pleased to announce our special 2025 Summer Southern Steam Gala!
Join us for an exciting array of steamy action with a variety of steam locomotives and vintage carriages travelling along our 11 mile line. The perfect way to spend a weekend! With several visitors already confirmed you won't want to miss out so take advantage of our Early Bird reduced price advance tickets - due to go on sale very shortly!
Current line up for the three day extravaganza:
> BR Standard 4MTn 80078 - appearing courtesy of Stewart Robinson
> LMS Class 2 Ivatt 41313 - appearing courtesy of Isle of Wight Steam railway
> SR Bullied 34053 @303 Squadron@ - appearing courtesy of Southern Locomotives Limited & Spa Valley Railway
We are thrilled to share with you that we have once again partnered with Norfolk Vintage Bus Hire to offer a wonderful opportunity for all visitors to the Steam Gala. We are pleased to announce that vintage bus travel between Wymondham Mainline Station and Wymondham Abbey Halt will be provided free of charge for all three days of the event. It is important to note that these buses are not exclusively for Steam Gala attendees, but are open to anyone who wishes to travel on them, including the general public. For your convenience, timetables for these buses will be published in due course.
Fares - Pre Booking
You can purchase tickets for our Steam Gala in advance using the link. Not only are advance tickets cheaper than those bought on the day, but they also allow for a quicker and easier check-in process - no need to queue at our ticket offices!
Please note that pre-sale tickets will be taken off sale at noon on Weds 25th June to allow time for administrative work. Don’t miss out—book early and save! *Please note that our Kids Go Free Offer is NOT valid for this event.*
To be Confirmed
Fares - On the day
Tickets for our Diesel Gala can be purchased on the day of travel. You can buy them at either Dereham or Wymondham Abbey ticket offices. If you’re boarding at one of our intermediate stations - Yaxham, Thuxton, or Kimberley Park - tickets can be purchased directly on the train from one of our friendly Ticket Inspectors or Guards. Please note that on-the-day tickets are slightly more expensive than advance tickets, and you may need to queue at busy times.
*Please note that our Kids Go Free Offer is NOT valid for this event.*
To be Confirmed
*Please note that a valid MNR HOPS ID Card is required to obtain a MNRPT Working Members ticket.
Traction
Below is the current list of traction set to attend and operate during our upcoming Steam Gala.
Please note: All locomotives and units are subject to availability. The Mid-Norfolk Railway reserves the right to change or cancel any traction without prior notice.
Event - Terms & Conditions
*Please note that our Kids Go Free offer is NOT valid at this event. Any child between the ages of 5 - 15 must purchase a ticket to travel.
**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.