September 27th 2025 : Trailffest
The Trailffest Half Marathon is one of the most scenic you could hope to run, with dramatic changes of scenery and terrain the whole way to the finish line.
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The Trailffest Half Marathon is one of the most scenic you could hope to run, with dramatic changes of scenery and terrain the whole way to the finish line.
Come along and enjoy a three-day weekend of vintage Ffestiniog Railway trains, during which we will be showcasing significant eras of our history, with stock from our heritage collection working an intensive timetable – including passenger, gravity, slate and freight trains.
Climb aboard our family-friendly steam train adventure – where legends come to life! – Inspired by the mythical Welsh ‘Red Dragon’, this enchanting journey takes you through the stunning scenery of Snowdonia.
During the recent Summer Solstice weekend, in the Northwestern corner of North Wales, the Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways hosted one of the most highly anticipated narrow-gauge railway events of the year… the ‘Railway 200 – FR Platinum Jubilee Weekend’.
We are pleased to announce that 1863-built locomotive Prince will be in steam on a specially built demonstration line at The Greatest Gathering, being hosted by Alstom at their Derby works between Friday 1st and Sunday 3rd August.
NG15 No.134 will finally be making its first appearance in public service this coming weekend hauling shuttles from Caernarfon to Waunfawr!
Our locals’ discount scheme continues to be very popular. So we have decided to make it available throughout June 2nd-30th inclusive – (excluding 20th-22nd June) – and on all of our train services!
This week (12th-18th May) is ‘National Coach Week’, a campaign organised by trade body RHA (Road Haulage Association) to showcase the vital role that coaches make in getting people to their destinations, supporting businesses and boosting growth.