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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Northern's Group Travel Sale is here and you can save up to 75% when you book travel for a group of 10 or more. Book by 23rd October for travel between 28th September and 31st December (excluding 26th - 30th October half term) and lock in these great savings.

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Following a refurbishment, funded by TPE, the Esk Valley Railway Information Cart now takes pride of place on Middlesbrough Station concourse. Many thanks to Shane France for all his hard work and to Mike Drewery (Station Manager) & Andrew Watkins (TPE) for helping make this possible.

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Rail Delivery Group's #WorldCupOfStations competition is BACK! Nominate your favourite stations by midnight this Sunday (20 Sept) for a chance to see them shortlisted. www.raildeliverygroup.com/our-services...

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

The next Moorland Railway Train will arrive on Platform 1 at 2pm on Sunday 6th September. This month, we're raising funds for Westway Open Arms. The Westway Team will be on hand to receive donations of food and toiletries.

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

From 17 August 2026, a new 16–17 Saver Railcard is valid for a full year from the date of purchase - even if the cardholder turns 18 during that time. Meaning they can save 50% on eligible rail fares for the full 12 months! Find out more about the 16-17 Saver here: www.railcard.co.uk/16-17-saver

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Only 2 days to go to our next Forget-Me-Not Dementia Train Special. Why not come along and join us this Wednesday 19th August? See the poster below for further details or visit our website: www.eskvalleyrailway.co.uk/forget-me-no...

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

The countdown is on! There's less than a week to go until our next Forget-Me-Not Dementia Train departs from Whitby station on Wednesday 19th August. All aboard !! Click here for more details: www.eskvalleyrailway.co.uk/forget-me-no...

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Due to the success of their U16 Education Season Ticket scheme, Northern will now offer a discounted season ticket for full-time college & university students. Tickets will be live from 3rd August. Online tickets can be purchased here: www.northernrailway.co.uk/tickets/educ...

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

The Pilgrim Café at St Cuthbert's Church, returns this Saturday – 8th August! Enjoy homemade cakes, fresh tea and coffee, light refreshments and a warm welcome in the peaceful surroundings of our historic church. Whether you're resting tired legs or catching up with friends, we'd love to see you.

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Only 3 weeks until the next Forget-Me-Not train on Wednesday 19 August. Why not come along and join the fun? See the poster below for further details or visit our website: www.eskvalleyrailway.co.uk/forget-me-no...

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

It's OPEN DAY again this Sunday (2nd August) and we're raising funds for Whitby Hidden Impairments Support & Help (WHISH). So, please come along and join the fun whilst raising funds for a very worthy local group. If you want to know more about WHISH, just follow this link: www.whishgroup.org.uk

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

@bsky.app Up to 31 July, Northern are running an Early Bird promotion offering £10 off annual Education Season Tickets for students in Years 7–13. The £10 will be automatically deducted from the basket price at checkout. See website for full details: www.northernrailway.co.uk/educational-season

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Alan Williams and Lisa Williams met with Alison Hume, MP for Scarborough and Whitby, at the House of Commons with representatives of LNER and TPE to press for improved train services.

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

If you fancy Cream Teas and Miniature Train Rides this weekend, then come along and join us at Moorland Railway & Gardens this Sunday 5th July 2pm-5pm.

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

3-Minute Arts CIC performing Ironstone Tales at SAW26 Middlesbrough Station.

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

'Music at the heart of Teesdale' performing at SAW26 Middlesbrough Station with the ever wonderful Esk Valley Railway volunteers on hand giving out leaflets and children's rail safety booklets to the audience and rail passengers.

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Amongst the many performances on Saturday, a group from 3-Minute Arts will be performing IRONSTONE TALES as part of #SAW26 at Middlesbrough Station on 27th June, 12.30pm.

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Featuring the best in local and regional food as well as live music and entertainment, Orange Pip Market will be held again this coming Saturday 27 June. Also, SAW26 will be presenting a day of local tales, theatre, epic poetry & extra-fun folk music at Middlesbrough Station.

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Really enjoyed representing Esk Valley Railway for the 3 day Rail200 Inspiration Train event at Scarborough. It was great meeting people and working with our friends at YCCRP. Thank you to everyone who came along to the event.

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Following weather reviews, Northern have implemented a reduced train plan across parts of their network from today until Thursday 25th June. At this stage, Northern are not planning any changes to services in the North East. However, we wanted to keep you informed of the current situation.

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

Great 1st Day on the Rail200 Inspiration Train at Scarborough Station. We're here tomorrow and Monday, so why not hop aboard the Inspiration Train? It's free to visit, you can book online (see link below): railway200.co.uk/location/sca...

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

SAW26 presents a day of local tales, theatre, epic poetry and extra-fun folk music. Supported by TransPennine Express, Esk Valley Railway, The Middlesbrough Storytelling Festival & Middlesbrough Council. Middlesbrough Train Station Sat 27 June 11:30am - 3:30pm www.theauxiliary.co.uk/whats-on

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

We all had a great time on the Forget-Me-Not Train yesterday. Singing and dancing to some of our favourite 'tracks' !! Don't worry if you missed this one, there's plenty more to come. Hope you can join us for the next one on Wednesday 19th August. www.eskvalleyrailway.co.uk/forget-me-no...

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Only 2 days to go to our next Forget-Me-Not train of 2026. Why not come along and join us this Wednesday? See the poster below for further details or visit our website: www.eskvalleyrailway.co.uk/forget-me-no...

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

Planning what to do this weekend? Why not make tracks to Moorland Railway and Gardens this Sunday 7th June!

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Yesterday, as part of #CommunityRailWeek, representatives from the Bishop Line, Esk Valley Line and Yorkshire Coast Community Rail Partnerships joined LNER colleagues at York Station, to meet customers, share information about local initiatives, and encourage greater use of rail services.

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

It's #CommunityRailWeek once again! The Community Rail Network consisting of 75 partnerships and 1,300 station volunteer groups. This week, we’ll be showcasing the work that we do to bring people together and how we try to make rail travel accessible and inclusive for all. #CommunityRailWeek2026

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

All aboard for a day of high-speed discovery at the #nationalrailwaymuseum this Wednesday 27 May!

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Wishing #Middlesbroughfc the very best of luck in tomorrow's play off #UTB

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

Our popular printed timetables will be available at our stations along the line from Sunday together with our new Whitby - Newcastle Coastal Route timetables. For more details, visit our website: www.eskvalleyrailway.co.uk/timetable/

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

Schools! - Join York Festival of Ideas on Michael Morpurgo Celebration Day for their live online event with Michael on Wednesday 10 June 2026, 10am-10:45am. Featuring readings from Flying Scotsman and the Best Birthday Ever. Schools can sign up to this free event here: tinyurl.com/58ecbmu2

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

A date for your diary Saturday 23 May (10am - 2pm) - Coffee, Cake and Afternoon Tea at Egton Village Hall. Come along and help us raise funds for some very worthy causes as part of Dementia Aware Week (18-24 May).

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Steve, one of our wonderful Station Adopters, is busy today planting up the new trees on Platform 1 at #WhitbyStation. Only the hanging baskets and bollard planter to go. Thank you, Steve!

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

As part of Dementia Awareness Week, the Forget-Me-Not Dementia Train will feature on this Sunday's Songs of Praise! So, that's Songs of Praise, BBC One at 1pm Sunday 17 May 2026. The next Forget-Me-Not Dementia Trains are on the following Wednesdays 17 June, 19 August, 21 October and 16 December!

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 03/05/2026

OPEN DAY CHANGED TO BANK HOLIDAY MONDAY (4th MAY) Due to today's weather, we are going to open on MONDAY instead of Sunday. Please come and join us on Bank Holiday Monday (4th May) and have lots of fun whilst raising funds for charity!

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

⚠️OPEN DAY CHANGED TO BANK HOLIDAY MONDAY (4th MAY) Due to the poor weather forecast for Sunday, we are going to open on MONDAY instead of Sunday. Please, please come and join us on Bank Holiday Monday and have lots of fun whilst raising funds for charity! NOTE: NOW BANK HOLIDAY MONDAY (4th MAY)

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

Just a reminder that this Sunday (3rd May) is the first Open Day at Moorland Railway and Gardens. We do hope you can join us for a fun-filled afternoon whilst raising much needed funds for Yorkshire Coast Dog Rescue!

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

MINI ARTS FESTIVAL 23–31 MAY (HALF TERM) The full programme for our extended Mini Arts Festival is now live at 3-minutearts.uk/mini-arts-fe... FRINGE FESTIVAL WEEK 23–29 MAY Family-friendly hands-on workshops FESTIVAL WEEKEND IN GLAISDALE 30–31 MAY Performances, exhibitions, music and more

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

With Summer fast approaching it will soon be time to make tracks to Moorland Railway and Gardens for the start of their Summer Charity Events. The first whistle blows on Sunday 3rd May 🚂🚂🚂

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

The first Forget-Me-Not train of 2026 got off to a fantastic start! - The Revd Kate Bottley from BBC’s Songs of Praise joined us for the journey, along with our local MP Alison Hume. The programme is scheduled to air during #DementiaActionWeek (18-24 May).

The Revd Kate Bottley, Alison Hume MP and Lisa Williams (originator of the FMN Train)

The Revd Kate Bottley, Alison Hume MP and Pete Myers (EVRDC Chairman)

Alison Hume MP with Alan Williams (EVRDC President)

The Revd Kate Bottley and The Dave Clegg Duo filming on board the Forget-Me-Not Train

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

Please Note: The A171 is closed at Hawsker until 1st May. If you are coming from Scarborough, you can either take the turn off for Ruswarp and follow that road to Whitby OR via Robin Hood's Bay. The other diversions will take you miles out of the way.

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

Just a quick reminder - The first Forget-Me-Not train of 2026 is this Wednesday! See the poster below for further details or visit our website www.eskvalleyrailway.co.uk/forget-me-no...

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Kildale platform looking colourful with the Daffs now in bloom. Many thanks to Sharon & Roy Sutton for all their hard work. The new platform seat is now in place (thank you Northern Rail for funding that and the new picnic bench in the car park) and the toilets are now open once again!

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

A breezy day out along the line putting up posters for this year's Forget-Me-Not Dementia Trains starting on 15 April. Put the dates in your diary - There will be Music and Songs Galore, Hand Massages, Cookies and so much more!

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

What a successful day we had at the Scarborough Expo! There was lots of interest in our line, especially this year's Forget-Me-Not Dementia Trains, starting on Wednesday 15th April. Our friends from Yorkshire Coast CRP shared their stand with us and we made many new contacts and useful connections.

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

Northern's flat fare newspaper promotion is back ! Unlimited travel for the day for only £12 or get a weekend travel ticket for £20. Start collecting tokens from 23 February for travel until 27 March 2026. T&Cs apply* Find out more on Northern's website : www.northernrailway.co.uk/tickets/news...

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

Just a reminder regarding the 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/

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

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/

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Esk Valley Railway @eskvalleyrailway.bsky.social · 27/12/2025

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/

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