World’s oldest operating narrow-gauge locomotive in action at Alstom’s The Greatest Gathering
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 – First Public Trains!
NG15 No.134 will finally be making its first appearance in public service this coming weekend hauling shuttles from Caernarfon to Waunfawr!
Local Residents Offer – Now Including SY20!
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!
Coaches on Roads – Carriages on Railways!
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.
The Story behind the Railway 200 / FR Platinum Jubilee Weekend!
The build up to our ‘Railway 200’: FR Platinum Jubilee Weekend feat. ‘200 Wheels on the Cob’ (June 19th-22nd 2025) continues as we look forward to what promises to be an unforgettable event.
Then and Now – 1964 / 2025
On Tuesday 19th May 1964, the Ffestiniog Railway was visited by Terence Cuneo, a renowned artist who is especially remembered for his detailed railway scenes…
Moelwyn Goes Green!
In preparation for its role at our ‘Railway 200 – FR Platinum Jubilee Weekend’ (June 20th-22nd 2025), Moelwyn has been subject to a body work overhaul and repaint, following a gearbox repair that was required after a failure in 2024.
Celebrating the Completion of the Interpretation and Boston Lodge Works Project
May 1st 2025 will be forever remembered here at the Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways (FFWHR) as the date we celebrated the completion of a momentous £5m project, thanks to funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund (NLHF).