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28th, 29th, 30th, 31st March 2024 Alice on the Wondertrain is an immersive theatrical live train experience, engaging audiences in a fantastical story to meet the array of marvellous characters from Alice in Wonderland as never before. While travelling on the Wondertrain, this unique adaptation will see you join Alice on a journey of self-discovery.   Featuring comedy, original music, dance, multi-sensory elements, and full audience interaction, join us for an extraordinary trip suitable for all ages in Easter 2024 on the Mid-Norfolk Railway.   Created by Twisted Reality Productions - the theatrical team behind MNR's The Polar Express Train Ride.   More information at mnr.org.uk/aliceonthewondertrain

Treat your mother to a delicious Afternoon Tea from Dereham Station Tea Room. You can choose to enjoy a tempting selection of finger sandwiches, scones and cakes in the ambience of our authentic period Tea Room or you can takeaway to enjoy elsewhere. Prices: Sit In - £15.00 per person @ either 12:30pm or 2:30pm Takeaway - £12.00 per person (available to collect from 11am until 3pm) ​ To Book: Call us on 01362 690633 between the hours of 9am to 3pm, Monday to Friday. Final bookings must be made prior to 3pm Friday 8th March 2024. Please note that no train travel is included within this. Further information at mnr.org.uk/mothersdayafternoontea

We are pleased to announce that following the success of our Car Boot sales in 2023 that they are returning for 2024!  ​ All car boots will be held within Dereham Station Car Park (NR19 1DF) and that our station café/tearoom will open throughout serving hot & cold drink and food.  ​ We can confirm that car boots will be hosted at Dereham Station on every third Tuesday of the month starting in March and finishing in October. This falls to the following dates: ​ Tuesday 19th March Tuesday 16th April Tuesday 21st May Tuesday 18th June Tuesday 16th July Tuesday 20th August Tuesday 17th September Tuesday 15th October ​ The car boot will be open from 10am to 1pm for the general public.  Further information and how to bring your car boot at mnr.org.uk/derehamcarboot

Calendar Opening Days Check our opening dates on the calendar below. Click on your preferred day to view train schedules and ticket prices. Green Timetable 2025 Maroon Timetable 2025 Special Events 2025 Railway Closed to General Public Tea Room Open Days Dining Trains 2025 Polar Express 2025

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 1st & 2nd March 2025 Class 142 061 8th & 9th March 2025 Class 142 061 15th & 16th March 2025 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.

30th Anniversary Running Weekend 22nd & 23rd March 2025 Join us as celebrate 30 years of preserving the rich heritage of The Mid-Norfolk Railway Preservation Trust! Founded in 1995, we welcome you to our anniversary running weekend, featuring special timetables and a diverse array of locomotives to honour our journey. Experience the nostalgia and excitement of rail travel as we pay tribute to our dedicated volunteers as without their hard work over the last 30 years the MNR would not be here today. Come and be a part of this memorable celebration, where history meets adventure! The MNR is planning on running a variety of different services across the two day event with both steam & diesel locomotives being used. We are also very pleased to announce that a mainline visitor shall be attending the event, further details to be confirmed closer to the event. We can confirm that our popular Driver for a Fiver is back for this event, with driving experiences around Dereham Yard in between mainline services being offer with Class 03063 'Paul A. Mobbs' ****. MNR 30th Anniversary Weekend - Timetable East Dereham Yaxham - Request Thuxton Kimberley Park - Request Wymondham Abbey Wymondham Mainline Wymondham Mainline 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 on this event. Fare Type Day Rover 2 Day Rover Return Journey Adult £19.95 £35 £17 Child (aged 5-15) £7** £10** £5** Child (under 5) FREE FREE FREE Concession (Over 60, Disabled & Students) £18 £32 £15 Registered Carers £10 £16 £10 Dogs/Bikes £3 N/A £3 MNRPT Member £12 £20 £10 Traction Standard 4MT 80078 Class 03 063 Class 33202 "Dennis G. Robinson" Class 47580 "County of Essex" Class 47596 "Aldeburgh Festival" Running as D1933 Mainline Locomotive (TBC) 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. **** Please note that you must be 18 years old or over to participate in this experience.