Weddings & Wedding Receptions

The Mid-Norfolk Railway is proud to announce that we will be hosting a Wedding Fair on 15th March 2020 between 10am and 3pm

The event will be free entry and there is a raffle taking place at the event.

Are you planning a wedding or civil partnership? Are you looking for the perfect venue to renew your vows?

Come and join us to see our unique, 1950s style heritage railway station and meet our hand-picked wedding suppliers showcasing great ideas for your special day.

Further information is available on our Wedding Fair event Facebook page.

A guide to what the Mid-Norfolk Railway can provide for your wedding is available for you to download here.

Welcome to Dereham Station, A very special venue for your very special day.

This is a wedding and civil ceremony venue with a difference, a fully licensed 1950s style heritage railway station, complete with Ticket Office, platforms and the opportunity after the ceremony to travel on a steam train the 22-mile round trip to Wymondham Abbey while enjoying Afternoon Tea served to your tables by our attentive, uniformed staff.

The Railway is closed to the general public for the day and so is yours to organise as you wish.

With our dedicated Wedding Co-ordinator on hand to answer all your questions from your initial enquiry to the day itself, everything will be tailored to suit your requirements and make your day as special as possible.

Please see below for more detailed information about what the Mid-Norfolk Railway can offer you.

To arrange a visit, please contact our Wedding Co-ordinator at kathy.lloyd@mnr.org.uk or telephone Dereham Station on (01362) 851723.

What’s included:

Wedding and civil partnership venue licensed for a maximum of 47 guests including the bride and groom;
Exclusive use of the Railway for the day;
Steam-hauled train ride to Wymondham Abbey Station and back with photo opportunities en route;
Facilities for your Evening Reception for up to 120 guests;
Wedding Co-ordinator;
Fully licensed for the playing of live and recorded music and the sale of alcohol;
Opportunity to decorate the station, train and marquee the evening before the day of the wedding;
Large free car park for guests.

Dates available from 1st April until 31st October

Weekday price Monday to Friday - £1,950

Weekend price Saturday or Sunday - £2,250

(prices exclude VAT at the current rate of 20%)

Optional extras

Cab rides in the steam engine £125 per hour
Pump Trolley rides £75 per hour

(prices exclude VAT at the current rate of 20%)

Catering Options in the Day

Tea and Coffee or a soft drink served in the Marquee on arrival - £1.50 per person

One glass of prosecco for the Toasts - £3 per person

One soft drink for the Toasts - £1.50 per person

Afternoon Tea on the Train
Selection of finger sandwiches
Scones with clotted cream, butter, jam and strawberries
Selection of cakes
Unlimited tea and coffee served to your table
From £15 per person

Cream Tea on the Train
Scones with clotted cream, butter, jam and strawberries
Unlimited tea and coffee served to your table
From £8 per person

Or for an Afternoon Reception, we can offer

Reserved carriage on an afternoon train

Reservations on a carriage (up to 64 guests) on a scheduled running day for a return trip from Dereham to Wymondham Abbey on the 3:45pm departure with exclusive use of the station from 6pm onwards for your reception - £995 plus VAT.

And, for the Evening Reception, we can offer

A Finger Buffet

Or
Hot Food from our Buffer Stop Bar
(burgers, hot dogs, chips, etc)

Prices start from £6.00 per person

Please note these are guide prices only.

A final price will be agreed with you once we have discussed your preferences and you are happy with your choices.

*SPECIAL OFFER* Complimentary Cream Tea for two on a scheduled Cream Tea Train when you book (with deposit paid) your wedding and/or reception at the Mid-Norfolk Railway.

Terms & Conditions

“We” and “Us” mean The Mid-Norfolk Railway Preservation Trust (MNRPT) trading as the Mid-Norfolk Railway. “You” and “Your” mean the Client.
Prices include VAT at the current rate of 20% unless otherwise specified.
Terms and Conditions must be signed by You and returned to the MNRPT with Your booking form and deposit.
You must reimburse the cost of cleaning, repairing or replacing any damage caused to Our property by any of Your guests or You while You are on Site. We are not responsible for any loss or damage to Your property or Your guests’ property whilst on Our site.
A deposit of £500 is required to secure Your booking which is non-refundable in the event of a cancellation by You which must be made in writing. Should You cancel for any reason, the following charges will be made if the date of the event is: Within 7 Days: No Refund. 8 to 28 Days: 50% of Monies Paid (excluding Deposit).
We do not charge extra for paying by Credit or Debit Card.
We require final numbers 28 days prior to the event.
The balance must be received no later than 28 days before the event.
No responsibility will be undertaken by Us for the bookings of outside contractors. All external caterers must have been approved by Us and they must comply with current food regulations and hold the relevant food certification that is necessary for the food they will be serving. There will be an extra charge of £100 for each food service and they must supply all cutlery, crockery and all cooking equipment if needed. There will be a £250 charge if Our kitchen is used. All external contractors must supply us with their public liability insurance information, and PAT Testing certificate (if applicable).
We reserve the right to cancel any booking if any part of the site is closed or otherwise unavailable because of events beyond Our control. In this case, Your deposit will be refunded. While every effort will be made to run Your train using Our Steam Locomotive, We reserve the right to use a Diesel Locomotive when required if the Steam Locomotive is required to be withdrawn for essential maintenance.

To arrange a visit, please contact our Wedding Co-ordinator at Kathy.lloyd@mnr.org.uk or telephone Dereham Station on (01362) 851723.