Folkshire
Heather moorland and a winding lane above a stone village

Things to Do · Heritage railway

North Yorkshire Moors Railway

North York Moors

Worth the detour

Steam across the moors from Pickering to the coast.

Why go?

Eighteen miles of preserved line through Newtondale, with Goathland and Grosmont on the way and services that continue to Whitby. A good spine for a car-free day.

Folkshire says

Ride out, walk the rail trail between Goathland and Grosmont, ride back.

What not to miss

  • Newtondale
  • Goathland station
  • The rail trail walk

Good to know

  • Timetables are seasonal; check before travelling.
  • Book ahead in peak weeks.
Family friendlyRainy dayAccessible

Pair it with

Make a day of it

Whitby harbour with the abbey ruin above the cliff

Heritage

Whitby Abbey

The line ends within sight of the coast.

Nearby

Add to my day

Source: Folkshire editorial (demo) · last checked 2026-09-01. Opening times and prices change — confirm with the venue before travelling.