The North Yorkshire Moors Railway has announced that tickets are now available for their 60s fest, taking place this month.
Hop on board North Yorkshire Moors Railway (NYMR) on Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th July and head back in time to the swinging sixties for a weekend.
There’s something for everyone at 60s Fest with each NYMR platform hosting its very own tribute to the sixties.
At Pickering Station visitors can enjoy a display of classic vehicles, children’s activities and live music including The Stones, The Swinging Sixties Showband and The Sonics. Dubbed ‘The Big Night Out’, hosts Minster FM will take centre stage.
Visit Levisham Station and experience The Vox Beatles tribute band. Hit songs from the Cavern Club & Hamburg early days, Beatlemania, Sgt Pepper/Magical Mystery Tour, White Album & Rooftop eras will feature.
Goathland Station will be decked out in individual sixties style with a beer tent and live music across the weekend including Dusty ‘Miss Sixties’ Springfield.
Ensuring the 60s Fest-ival continues all the way along the heritage railway line, Grosmont Station will also have a display of classic vehicles and themed children activities.#
Travel along NYMR (Pickering to Grosmont Return – hop on & hop off all day and enjoy the sounds of the 60s) Adult £27, Child £13.50 and Family (2x Adults & 3x Children) £57. 1 day and 2 day tickets available.
What did the officials say?
Chris Price, NYMR General Manager said:
“For 60s Fest we recreate the spirit of this exciting decade which saw momentous change in so many areas. The event is not only well-loved by the staff and volunteers but is perfect for families to go back in time, enjoy live music and travel along our heritage railway line”.
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