YWR

Welcome to the Yorkshire Wolds Railway

The YWR will be running trains and opening the visitor centre every Sunday and Bank Holiday from 6 April until the end of October, and every Wednesday during school holidays from 10 – 4.

SUPPORT US

There are many ways you could help support our project. From drivers to tea makers, we would love your support.

VISIT US

Discover everything you need to know about planning your visit to YWR. From the specific times and dates we are open, to our location and directions, it's all here.

ABOUT US

Whilst we are relatively young, we have a 180 year history to explore! With incredible photographs and much more.

Teddy Rides Eddie – 20 August 2025

Matthew 24 July 2025 No Comments

Did you know the original name for our locomotive “Sir Tatton Sykes” was Eddie? Please join us on Wednesday 20 August for our Teddy Rides Eddie event! If you buy…

1x Extra Driver Experience Day!

Matthew 3 June 2025 No Comments

Due to demand, we have allocated a further driver experience day for 2025 on the 18 October. If you or someone you know would like to get behind the controls…

Static Engines – 1 June 2025

Matthew 29 April 2025 No Comments

Andy Dunning will be bringing at least 15 static engines to the YWR from 10-4. Engines from Listers to Wolseleys will be on display and our locomotive Sir Tatton Sykes…

2025 Operating Season Starts – 6 April

Matthew 24 March 2025 No Comments

Our 2025 operating season starts at 10am on Sunday 6 April! The YWR will then be running trains* and opening the visitor centre every Sunday and Bank Holiday until the…

Model Railway Show – 22 March 2025

Matthew 11 February 2025 No Comments

Our model railway show is back for 2025 and is bigger and better than ever! Now spread over 2 buildings on Driffield Showground, come and view many layouts in a…

2025 Driver Experiences

Matthew 20 November 2024 No Comments

Dates for the 2025 Driver Experiences have now been released – just in time for Christmas! In addition to the “Experience”, we have also launched an “Enhanced Experience” to allow…