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An exploration of rail travel from the perspectives of people with lived experience of D/deafness, disability and neurodivergence.

With striking gold leaf stripes, this sleek and fashionable marvel proved that art and engineering could be combined to create high-speed steam locomotives.

This powerful, aerodynamic masterpiece rocketed to 126mph in 1938, a steam speed record that was never surpassed.

Named after its legendary designer, this 'flying banana' is a beautifully preserved example of the High Speed Train which blazed a trail in 1976.

Take a look at our first-generation 1960s bullet train, which led a revolution in high-speed train travel.

Marvel at the trains on our magnificent model railway as they navigate a changing landscape.

Budding engineers and train drivers can explore and experiment in our play area for under-6s.

Find out how railway signals work and see our historic model layout in action with our award-winning volunteers.

Enjoy views across to York Railway Station and learn more about York as a railway centre in the Signalling Gallery.

Step into the North Shed where an assortment of railway oddities awaits. Explore our collection up close to discover the rich history of thousands of items.

Rub shoulders with legends—Great Hall is home to awe-inspiring engines telling the world-changing story of the railways.

Explore a century of railway life in Station Hall, a former goods shed now home to our inspiring collection.

Watch Climate Talks, a series of panel discussions, Q&As and events exploring the problems caused by climate change.

Explore issues around diversity and inclusion in STEM in Open Talk, a new series of online talks sharing the untold stories of science.