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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

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 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.

Teddy Bears Picnic 16th August 2025 1/14 School Holiday Fun for all the family! Bring your Teddy Bear for a day out on the MNR, KIDS GO FREE*! Free Teddy Bear trail Teddy Bear Picnic food available to purchase at Dereham Tearoom Bring your favourite teddy bear and join in with our Teddy Bears Picnic on Saturday ! Hop aboard our heritage train and enjoy a delightful journey through the Norfolk Countryside between Dereham & Wymondham. Complete our FREE teddy bear trail along the line and receive a FREE gift for sucessfully spotting all of our teddy bears. Why not enjoy some delicious picnic food from our tearoom at Dereham which will be serving a range of sandwiches, cakes, snacks & drinks that you can either enjoy at Dereham Station in our Picnic area or onboard the train. Don't miss out on this bear-y special day! Our standard fares apply, with our popular Kids Go Free offer standing for this event. 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.

Heritage Open Days 13th & 21st September 2025 Teaming together with Heritage Open Days we will be hosting three special days with free displays, talks and more - centreed on the railway and its history. Full details of these events will be available from Heritage Open Days from June onwards. Saturday 13th September 2025 Dereham's Rail Links - In War and Peace Dereham Station, NR19 1DF Discover how the local railway has served the area for over 175 years through a special 'Serving in War and Peace' display, supported by a short illustrated talk and Museum Room exhibits. Watch heritage trains as they arrive/depart, some scheduled to be steam-hauled. You might even get to see the fireman replenish the steam loco tanks from the water crane. And, for a real insight into railway life of the past, a retired railwayman who has 'been there, done that - and has the T-shirt' will recount a selection of his reminiscences and anecdotes in another of our illustrated short talks. For younger 'crafty kids' (accompanied by an adult) we offer very simple paper-based craft and/or decorating, while for older children (and adults!) there is our station trail and a Tea Room quiz sheet. We are also running a train service on this day. A Rescued Railway - Wymondham's Lost Rail Route Wymondham Abbey Station, NR18 0PH Just what was involved in getting trains back on the abandoned railway between Wymondham and Dereham - and now, in keeping it safely operational? And where does Wymondham Abbey Station fit in? Watch the heritage trains come and go through the day, while scheduled short talks and a small exhibition will help tell the story. These will be complemented by a bookstall and regular guided tours of the station site and gardens. The talks and tours are both planned for c.20 minutes duration. Tours between 1000-1530 and talks at 1100, 1300, 1500. We are also running a train service on this day. Saturday 21st September 2025 A Hidden Gem - County School Station County School Station, NR20 5LE A chance to explore this classic Great Eastern Railway junction station and discover how the station linked to the rest of the world through rail and maritime connections. Meet the volunteer Stationmaster, and explore areas of the station not normally open to the public. Learn about lives lived on and around the railway at this special place. Miniature passenger trains will be operating on the extended Wensum Valley Miniature Railway, adjacent to the station and occupying the westernmost section of the former Bure Valley line from County School to Wroxham. Talks taking place between 1130 and 1500. 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.