Overview
The National Railway Museum in York, England, holds the world’s largest collection of railway objects and is the region’s most-visited free attraction. The collection includes more than 260 locomotives and rolling stock, thousands of railway objects, and more than 1.75 million documents, photographs and artworks in its archives.
As a charity, the museum relies on the generous support of individuals, businesses, and charitable trusts to preserve the rich history of Britain’s railways. Admission to the National Railway Museum is free, although visitors are encouraged to book in advance.
The National Railway Museum, part of the Science Museum Group, celebrated its 50th birthday in 2025 and has welcomed almost 40 million visitors since it first opened in 1975.
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