Tales from the North Yorkshire Moors Railway

Join us in conversation with Paul ‘Piglet’ Middleton, star of Channel 5’s The Yorkshire Steam Railway and Channel 4’s Steam Train Diaries.

Celebrating the launch of Paul’s first book ALL ABOARD! on the day of its publication, we’ll discuss all things railway. From tales of train royalty to working with historic engines, filming for two hit TV shows to collecting some of his many stories into a highly anticipated book, and much more, this is sure to be a fascinating and entertaining evening.

Steam Train Diaries returns to Channel 4 for a second series beginning 5th November. Hear Paul in-person at this special event, with the chance to ask your own questions in the second half of the evening.

About the Book

Heartwarming tales from the thirty-year custodian of the beautiful and historic North Yorkshire Moors Railway.

Best known as the star of Channel 4’s hit series Steam Train Diaries, Paul ‘Piglet’ Middleton brings readers into a world of steam, nostalgia, Yorkshire humour and some truly unforgettable characters.

Throughout his career, he has worked with engine royalty such as The Flying Scotsman, Locomotion No.1, and Sir Nigel Gresley; acting royalty, including Tom Cruise and Harrison Ford; and even helped make a few things happen for actual royalty, namely His Majesty King Charles III.

Then there are Piglet’s colleagues and friends: not only in the famed locomotive sheds at Grosmont Station, but up and down the line, alongside countless locals, volunteers and visitors.

Well-known for his laid-back demeanour and love of “all things oily”, Piglet even has his own steam engine, Lucie, which he rescued from the scrap man about a decade ago, restored (with the help of his brother), and now runs on the NYMR.

The North Yorkshire Moors Railway, which stretches for 24 miles between Whitby and Pickering, is a piece of Yorkshire like no other, and over the years it has afforded Piglet a veritable treasure trove of tales.

So, climb aboard, sit back, keep your feet off the seats and get ready to be transported into a wonderful world of adventure, nostalgia, and, of course, steam.

About the Author

Paul started work at the NYMR in December 1996, at the tender age of 16, after he finished school. He has worked at the NYMR ever since and was promoted to Foreman in 2007. He then became Depot Manager in 2016 and finally Traction and Rolling Stock Manager in 2017.

Paul’s hobbies include cycling, flying model aircraft, motorcycling (touring Europe), backpacking holidays, working on his allotment and dog walking. He is also a volunteer fireman on the NYMR.

Tickets

£15 from the Kirk Theatre box office or online via the booking page (direct link below). Box office details are online here page

 
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