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Talyllyn Railway Young Members complete replica waggon project

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September 13, 2025
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Talyllyn Young Members have completed their ambitious project to replicate a unique railway waggon that had been lost to time.

Plaques unveiled at award ceremony for renovation of Ffestiniog Railway station

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July 12, 2025
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On 5th July, two plaques were unveiled to mark the completion of the renovation of the external side of Penrhyn’s station building.

Ffestiniog Railway shines with special centenary gala

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June 27, 2025
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Recently, the Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railway held its ‘Railway 200 – FR Platinum Jubilee Weekend’.

Narrow gauge steam locomotives to visit The Greatest Gathering

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June 12, 2025
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Four narrow-gauge steam locomotives are to visit The Greatest Gathering. First up are Prince and Trangkil No. 4, courtesy of the Ffestiniog Railway and Statfold…

Welsh railway offers 50% discount for local residents during June

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June 1, 2025
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In a repeat of last year’s offer, the Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways (FfWHR) has again introduced a discount scheme for local residents.

Steam locomotive Palmerston to visit the Talyllyn Railway

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May 12, 2025
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The Talyllyn Railway will be celebrating the life of Rev. W. Awdry through its Awdry Extravaganza.

First boiler parts for Darjeeling steam locomotive 19B ‘imminent’

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May 6, 2025
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The Darjeeling Tank Locomotive Trust has made a major step forward in the return of B class No. 19, with contract signing and first parts…

Ffestiniog Railway unveils Boston Lodge after £5m redevelopment

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May 3, 2025
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Yesterday, the Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways invited RailAdvent to see the official unveiling of the redevelopment over at Boston Lodge Works. The project cost…

Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways named top attraction in Wales

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April 10, 2025
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The Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways is celebrating after being named the best attraction in Wales.

Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways named top attraction in Wales

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April 10, 2025
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The Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways is celebrating after being named the best attraction in Wales.