Photographer Richard Ponter went along to the busy exhibition to capture the excitement and magic of the train.
The exhibition was housed at Scarborough station from June 20 – 22, welcoming hundreds of interested visitors to take a look at the history of the railway.
A number of Scarborough schools were also invited along to enjoy the fun and educational exhibition.
Sporting an eye-catching livery, visitors young and old went on a journey of discovery exploring the railway’s 200-year story of innovation, brought to life by interactive exhibitions and hands-on activities. Curated in partnership with the National Railway Museum, the exhibition carriages are showcase ground-breaking innovations in railway history and offered engaging interactive activities to explore the science and engineering behind railways.
They also explored some of the more hidden roles in rail and encouraging people to consider a career in rail to shape the next 200 years. Railway 200 was a year-long nationwide partnership-led campaign to celebrate 200 years of the modern railway and inspire a new generation of young pioneering talent to choose a career in rail. It invited community, rail and other groups to get involved.
Across 2025, thousands of activities and events took place to celebrate rail’s remarkable past, its role today, and its importance to a sustainable future.
The exhibition’s UK wide tour started in the summer of 2025, with Scarborough being its last stop in 2026.
1. The Railway 200 Exhibition Train at Scarborough
St George's School having fun at the event. Photo: Richard Ponter
2. The Railway 200 Exhibition Train at Scarborough
Taking in the incredible history of the railway. Photo: Richard Ponter
3. The Railway 200 Exhibition Train at Scarborough
Hinderwell school enjoying the exhibition on the train. Photo: Richard Ponter
4. The Railway 200 Exhibition Train at Scarborough
The exhibition was interactive and engaging. Photo: Richard Ponter