The North Norfolk Railway, affectionately known as the ‘Poppy Line’, travels through Norfolk’s picturesque coastal and countryside landscapes. Operating from Sheringham to Holt, with stops at Weybourne and Kelling Heath Park, the railway provides a variety of services and facilities to enhance visitors’ experiences.
Travelers can enjoy unlimited travel with Day Rover tickets, allowing them to hop on and off throughout the day. The timetable features both steam and heritage diesel trains, with the ‘Red Timetable’ showcasing three historic trains, including two steam locomotives and a 1960s heritage railcar. The ‘Green Timetable’ offers two contrasting historic trains, featuring a steam locomotive and a heritage railcar.
For those seeking a more immersive experience, the railway offers a range of dining trains. Options include the North Norfolkman Evening Dining, Premier Lunchtime Dining, Fish and Chip Trains, Cream Tea on a Steam Train, and The Gin Train. In 2024, new additions such as comedy dining nights and sausage and mash trains were introduced to the dining programme.
Special events throughout the year add to the railway’s appeal. These include the ‘Famous Forties’ 1940s weekend, 1960s weekend, vintage transport festival, Thomas the Tank Engine weekend, ‘Dad’s Army Live’ event, Beer Festival, and popular steam and diesel gala events featuring guest locomotives.
The railway’s stations are equipped with various facilities to ensure a comfortable visit. Sheringham station features a buffet, souvenir shop, and a children’s activity coach. Holt station houses a small buffet, gift shop, and a model railway. Weybourne station offers a period-style souvenir shop and buffet. All stations provide ample parking, with Sheringham offering a pay-and-display car park, and Holt station located approximately one mile from the town centre.
Accessibility is a priority, with accessible toilets, wheelchair availability, and baby changing facilities at the stations. Dogs are welcome on the trains, with specific guidelines in place to ensure a pleasant experience for all passengers.
For enthusiasts, the railway offers unique experiences such as the Steam Driver Experience, Diesel Driver Experience, Signalling Experience, and Guard Experience Days, providing an opportunity to delve deeper into the workings of the railway.
For more detailed information on timetables, fares, special events, and booking options, please visit the North Norfolk Railway’s official website.
