Special Events

In the next few weeks, the following special events will be taking place. A full listing is also available.

Saturday 4th July to Monday 31st August: Steam Services

9466, the popular Western Region Pannier Tank owned by Dennis Howells, returns for its fourth season on the Mid-Norfolk Railway. Services operate to the purple timetable on Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays.

Lumière Rouge Ragtime Band Photo: Alan Cooper

Saturday 11th July: Evening Jazz Train

The acclaimed Lumière Rouge Ragtime Band will be entertaining passengers with their New Orleans style jazz throughout the evening on board this special trip.

The train departs Dereham 7:00pm. Tickets (priced £9.00 for adults and £4.50 for children) may be purchased from Dereham Station or by telephone on (01362) 851723.

Saturday 11th July: Workers' Reunion

Once again we are hosting a reunion of ex-railway workers on our line. Invitations have already been sent to those we have details of, so if you worked on the line during its LNER or BR days and would like to come and meet old colleagues, please email Rosemary Cooper (archive@mnr.org.uk) or leave information at Dereham Station.

Photo: Seafish Authority

Saturday 18th July: Steam-Hauled Fish 'n' Chip Specials

Join us on board for a fish 'n' chip supper with a real ale bar. Meal is cod and chips, 2 sausages and chips, or vegetarian options, together with a pint of real ale, a glass of wine or a choice of soft drink, all served at your seat on departure from Dereham. The steam-hauled train leaves Dereham at 18:30. Fares are £15 for adults and £10 for children, who get a smaller portion size. The fare includes the meal, one drink, and the return trip to Wymondham. Additional drinks can be purchased from the bar. Please book at least a day in advance by calling (01362) 851723.

Also running on Saturday 29th August.