2024 Events Programme
Brief details of our 2024 Programme are shown below so you can save the dates. Further information, prices and details of how to book will be provided for each event as they become available. Click here for further details.
Steam Into Spring | Fri 29 Mar – Mon 1 April
Special timetable featuring three steam engines in action
Sixtieth Anniversary of Closure | Sat 6 & Sun 7 Apr
Marking the closure of the line from Melton Constable to Sheringham on 6 April 1964
Classic Sitcom Weekend featuring Dad’s Army Live | Sat 4 – Mon 6 May
The brigade from the Dad’s Army Museum join us to celebrate the popular series an episode of which was filmed at Weybourne Station. The station also served as a location for Hi-de-Hi and ‘Allo ‘Allo so expect appearances from characters paying tribute to those classic shows.
Spring Bank Holiday & Half-term | Sat 25 May – Sun 2 June
Historic steam and heritage diesel trains in action including the unique Quad-Art set of articulated teak-bodied carriages which celebrate their 100th Birthday this year!
Rails & Ales | Fri 7 – Sun 9 June
Six or more steam and diesel locomotives (perhaps including a visitor or two) in action along with heritage diesel multiple units to operate an intensive service plus a chance to sample local ales and ciders at the line’s three stations and on board selected trains
Vintage Transport Festival | Sat 6 & Sun 7 Jul
Historic road vehicles descend on the railway to create a colourful spectacle alongside steam and heritage diesel trains. At least 4 trains will be running both days to provide a half-hourly service
Vintage Week | Mon 8 – Sun 14 Jul
The line’s magnificent train of beautifully restored Victorian carriages will run in alongside standard services
Make Tracks to The Sixties | Sat 20 & Sun 21 Jul
Steam and heritage diesel trains will capture the essence of the decade on the rails, while Weybourne station will play host to cars, caravans, live tribute bands and more to conjure up the atmosphere of the swinging sixties
Vintage Sundays | Suns 28 Jul – 18 Aug
The line’s magnificent train of beautifully restored Victorian carriages will run in alongside standard services
A Festival on Rails | Sat 24 Aug – Sun 1 Sept
Special intensive timetable featuring historic steam and heritage diesel trains in action
Steam Back to the Forties | Sat 21 & Sun 22 September
The railway’s popular 1940s Weekend returns for its 29th year – come and enjoy the atmosphere of this momentous decade
Autumn Showcase | Sat 5 & Sun 6 October
An intensive timetable showcase the line’s historic locomotives and rolling stock
Hallowsteam!| Wed 30 Oct – Sat 2 Nov
Steam trains and special activities
The Norfolk Lights Express | Selected dates Nov, Dec and Jan
The popular illuminated train returns to provide an immersive show for the whole family.
Santa Specials – weekends 23 Nov – 22 Dec and selected other dates
Take a steam train ride to meet Father Christmas – there’s a present for every child and seasonal refreshments for the whole family
Mince Pie Specials – Selected dates 27 Dec – 5 Jan
A post-Christmas treat, a ride aboard a cosy steam train complete with a mince pie and mulled local cider