Attractions in Snowdonia

A historic narrow gague railway set in the Snowdonia National Park. Steam trains run from Tywyn on the coast to the delightful Dolgoch falls, Abergynolwyn and the woodland at Nant Gwernol.

There is a FREE museum, licensed cafe and gift shop at Tywyn Wharf and a tea room at Abergynolwyn.

The Welsh Highland Heritage Railway is a bit different. You won’t be on the train for most of the time. Visit the Engine sheds and have a ride on the miniature railway. Contact us to discuss other extras like Welsh cream teas or a chance to drive the engine.

Nearest Railway Station: Porthmadog – immediately adjacent.

This exciting restoration project has finally reached its goal with trains running through the stunning scenery of the Snowdonia National Park between Caernarfon and Porthmadog. One way trips between these two popular towns take 2 hours 30 minutes and shorter journeys are available. At Porthmadog it links up with the word famous Ffestiniog Railway, thus offering the chance to experience 40 miles of narrow gauge steam.

Pre booked catering is available from the kitchen car and there is a refreshment trolley. Spooner’s cafe and bar at Porthmadog station.

Group Travel CD-Rom available.

Special Events:

This famous narrow gauge line runs between the harbour town of Porthmadog and the former slate quarrying town of Blaenau Ffestiniog through the beautiful Vale of Ffestiniog through the beautiful vale of Ffestiniog. Ideal as part of a circular tour of Snowdonia with 0ne way trips available.

• Spooner’s Cafe and Bar at Porthmadog station, gift shops and ontrain buffet services will enhance your visit

• Group Travel CD-Rom available

Nearest Railway Station: Porthmadog 0.5 miles, Blaenau Ffestiniog 0 miles.

Driver incentive

An adventure into history… two different journeys into the world of the Victorian slate mine. Ideal for any age – visitors travel deep into the mine to our spectacular caverns and underground lake or board our little yellow train into the mountain for tales of quarrying life. It’s an experience to talk about.
Visitors can see a quarryman splitting slate in our Workshop, shop for Welsh gifts made from Llechwedd slate, and have a coffee or a snack. For groups with kids there is a NEW playground to let off steam.

Ample free parking for cars and coaches. Beside A470 just above Blaenau
Ffestiniog town. 25 miles from A55, 10 miles from Betws-y-coed