This was my first visit to the Raiway Museum. We had a fabulous day and will definitely come back. My wife has been lots of times previously with her children from being very young and now in their 20’s they love it still. It’s an amazing place for young and old at any time. Only regret was the Flying Scotsman wasn’t in.
Absolutely fantastic, you think it's all done then walk into another hanger full of history and engineering so well laid out and explained, clean, plenty of places to eat and drink. And friendly staff .It's a must experience. Well done York .
This is a fascinating place to visit, even for non-enthusiasts like me! So much history to see. Well worth a visit.
Amazing, loved the little things too, not just the trains. The model trains, statues, signs and so on. Looking up the catalogue numbers in the ledgers is a plus. Spent about four hours inside the museum, happy to have donated a few pounds.
Unforgettable day brought back many happy memories from my trainspotting days in the late 50s - 60s. My wife and I have visited N.R.M many times and will hopefully will do so for as long as we are able. Thanks to all who Volunteer and Work at The Museum much appreciated.
Hope to visit again soon.
June & Harry
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First went here weeks after it opened in the mid 70’s. Went again 40years later and it’s now got more attractions. Fun for the entire family.
Great museum, loads to look at. Our son loved the road train to get to the museum. Made it all the more special. Our son loved how you could touch most trains and get in some
Only down side was the heat. It was so hot in all the sheds. Needs some sort of air con or fans.
Had a fantastic day out at the museum and could have spent a few hours more just walking around. If there's any fault I could find its that the building could be even bigger to show off all of the exhibits.
Despite there being on-going work here, i just love that it's still open and free! There are options to donate if you can afford to. Just make sure you book a time slot on-line.
There's so much to see and do.
The Flying Scotsman was there when i visited, so that was the icing on the cake for me.
A wonderful and educational place...
Really good museum, my 5 and 9yr old enjoyed wandering round. They don't get too involved in the finer detail but enjoyed get up close to engines and really enjoyed the milkshake from the cafe. As an adult I found it highly interesting and could've spent a lot longer there.
The flying Scotsman was in the shed which is always good to see, but the mallard is a better engine in my opinion
Fantastic museum for train buffs. So much to see and really great to get so close to some of these fantastic machines. My favourites were the Flying Scotsman, but personally I think it was out done by the almost art deco Mallard.
One last thing: out of the blue the cafe served me the best cup of coffee I've had for a long time!
Recommended and if you take the train to York, within fairly easy walking distance.
A big part of the appeal and high taking is that it's a great collection of engines, for free! There's about 30 different engines and more rolling stock, from the 1829 rocket reproduction, to the 90s Eurostar. There are some famous engines like the flying Scotsman and the actual Mallard that holds the steam train speed record (about 200kph). There's also a science center for kids, but that costs extra.
There's another hall with all sorts of memorabilia stacked high. I get the feeling they don't know what to do with it all.. The museum is also actively engaged in restorations.
The model railway room was a bit simplistic and a letdown.
Still... It's free!
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A Fascinating Journey Through Rail History
Rating: 4.5/5
The Museum offers a captivating journey through the history of rail transportation. Upon entering, visitors are greeted with an impressive collection showcasing the vast array of locomotives and carriages. There is the opportunity to explore the fleet of trains on display, providing a hands-on experience for enthusiasts of all ages. Additionally, the availability of virtual reality for the Flying Scotsman adds an exciting dimension to the visit, particularly for those above the age of 8.
There is also an impressive collection of train related artefacts from dining sets, to leather benches, to signs etc in the North Shed.
Families will appreciate the ample space for children to roam and explore, as well as the soft play area catering to younger visitors. Moreover, the provision of locker space for luggage enhances the convenience of the visit.
Accessibility is seamless with easy step-free access to the rail station, ensuring that all visitors can enjoy the museum comfortably.
While the cafe offers a good quality selection, the limited warm food options may leave some visitors wanting more variety. However, this minor drawback is overshadowed by the overall excellence of the museum experience.
With so much to see and do, it's easy to lose track of time, as evidenced by our enjoyable three-hour visit, which exceeded our expectations. Additionally, the inclusion of Wonderlab within the museum further enriches the experience, offering additional opportunities for discovery and exploration.
In conclusion, the National Railway Museum of York is a must-visit destination for both railway enthusiasts and families alike, offering a rich tapestry of history, interactive exhibits, and memorable experiences. We will surely be back!
Even with Station Hall under refurbishment what remains is more than enough to wander around and surprise yourself with so much railway memorabilia, large and small. And, to be honest, it's all the small ephemera that is so fascinating in the museum.
Railway history isn't going to be everyone's 'cup of tea' but think about the whole experience as viewing feats of engineering excellence this is well worth a visit....and it's free!
A wonderful experience for anybody with an interest in trains!
This museum has plenty of trains and models and parts to look at, with friendly, helpful staff on hand to answer questions.
The museum does cater more to the interests of steam train enthusiasts rather than diesel or electric (because the latter two are still largely in use today) but there were definitely a good selection of those types of trains to see too - in particular I enjoyed seeing the Class 20 and the Class 43 HST.
Another part of the museum I very much appreciated was the viewing balcony above the North Shed with views towards York station and the ECML - definitely somewhere to come if you enjoy taking photos and videos of moving trains.
My family and I very much enjoyed our time here and will definitely be returning when other parts of the museum are open after their renovations. Please pay a visit if you love trains, you won't be disappointed!
Absolutely amazing value, entry is free when you book in advance but there are options to donate.
I have never been particularly interested in trains but I found the experience fascinating, there were loads of different trains to look at from the very earliest trains all the way up to the most modern high-tech ones. The trains are very nicely presented with well-written descriptions. I particularly enjoyed being able to sit on the Japanese Shinkansen and watching a short film about its history.
The cafe is very nice and the seats take up some of the museum space rather than being separate. I thought this was nice as you are able to have a coffee whilst sat next to some of the trains.
It was by far the best value activity that I did on my visit to York!
This is a great free museum to visit with an approximately 20 minute walk from the city centre. There's loads to see here and you could easily spend several hours walking and looking at the various exhibits. There's also a cafe and a great gift shop with some really nice items to buy. I'm not a 'train enthusiast' but still found this a extremely interesting place to go and visit and, don't forget it's free.
It's the first time we have been here, an excellent afternoon out looking at all the old trains and learning a bit about them. It's free to get in but the car park itself is £10 for the whole day so keep that in mind. My 7 year old really enjoyed finding the oldest train and getting to see inside of some of them. It's a good day out.
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