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National Museum of Railway
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The National Railway Museum (NRM) in York, England, is the largest railway museum in Britain and a key institution dedicated to the history of rail transport. Established in 1975 on the former York North locomotive depot site, it houses over 6,000 objects, including around 100 locomotives and rolling stock that narrate Britain's railway innovation. Among its prized exhibits are the famous Mallard steam locomotive, the Stirling 'Single', Duchess of Hamilton, and a Japanese bullet train, representing milestones in railway technology. The museum also features diverse artifacts such as a household recipe book from George Stephenson's home and experimental transport technologies like Louis Brennan's Gyroscopic Mono-rail car. The museum's architecture includes the Grade II listed Station Hall, a former goods station built between 1875 and 1877, which underwent an £11 million refurbishment reopening in 2025 to enhance visitor experience. The NRM is part of the Science Museum Group and has won multiple awards, including the European Museum of the Year Award in 2001. It attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors annually and offers free admission since 2001. The museum is accessible from York railway station and is complemented by Locomotion in Shildon, which houses additional collection pieces.
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Astuce: Visitors should plan their visit between February half-term and summer for full daily opening hours, as the museum operates Wednesday to Sunday outside peak times. Admission is free, but booking tickets or checking current opening hours online is recommended, especially during renovations. The museum is easily accessible on foot from York railway station, with shuttle services available during holidays. Taking advantage of public transport or park and ride services can enhance the visit experience.
Faits intéressants
- •The museum houses the Mallard, the fastest steam locomotive in the world.
- •It includes a Japanese 0 Series Shinkansen bullet train in its collection.
- •The Station Hall is a Grade II listed building originally built between 1875 and 1877.
- •The museum won the European Museum of the Year Award in 2001.
- •The collection includes experimental technologies such as Louis Brennan's Gyroscopic Mono-rail car.
Histoire
The National Railway Museum was established in 1975 on the former York North locomotive depot, consolidating collections from Clapham and the York Railway Museum.
The Station Hall, a significant building within the museum, was originally constructed as a goods station between 1875 and 1877.
Over the years, the museum's collection has expanded to include over 6,000 objects and around 100 locomotives.
Major refurbishments include the £11 million restoration of the Station Hall completed in 2025, improving the layout and visitor experience.
The museum has continuously evolved, reflecting the importance of rail transport in Britain's industrial and social history.
Guide du lieu
Station Hall1875-1877
A Grade II listed former goods station built between 1875 and 1877, now refurbished to integrate historical narratives and enhance visitor experience.
Mallard Locomotive1938
The Mallard is the world’s fastest steam locomotive, part of the museum's national collection, showcasing British engineering excellence.
Japanese 0 Series Shinkansen1964
An iconic bullet train from Japan, representing the innovation in high-speed rail technology.
Great Hall1981
The main exhibition hall housing many of the museum's locomotives and rolling stock, offering comprehensive insights into railway history.
Contact
Téléphone: (071) 204 800