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The service sets off from Pickering twice daily

Optimistic! North Yorkshire Moors Railway introduces non-stop service from Pickering to Whitby

North Yorkshire Moors Railway introduces a new non-stop Pickering to Whitby service called "The Optimist"

Passengers travelling from Monday, August 17 to Sunday, August 30 will be able to travel twice daily on 'The Optimist'. The service, which departs at 9.20am and 12.00pm allows visitors ample time to explore the historic seaside town of Whitby before embarking on the return journey to Pickering station. For more information visit www.nymr.co.uk.

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