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Welsh Highland Railway Santa Trains
December 9th, 10th, 16th, 17th, 22nd & 23rd
The highlight of our festive calendar… our Welsh Highland Railway Santa Trains! – We can’t wait to give Santa a warm Welsh welcome as he joins us on board our Welsh Highland Railway trains between Caernarfon Station – Rhyd Ddu. Our Santa Trains are perfect for getting your Christmas festivities up and running so make sure you join us for a magical journey through Snowdonia National Park.
Duration: Approx. 3 hours
Porthmadog Santa’s Grotto
December 9th, 10th, 16th, 17th, 22nd & 23rd
During his time in North Wales, Santa will also be visiting our Christmas Carriage Grotto in Porthmadog! – Our team of elves have been working hard to transform one of our carriages into a magical Christmas grotto so expect to be wowed as you step inside to meet Santa! Due to his busy schedule at this time of year, we are asking visitors to pre-book a slot. Tickets to visit Santa in his magical Christmas Carriage Grotto include a Gift per child.
Christmas Mountain Spirit
December 28th - January 1st inclusive
Our ‘Christmas Mountain Spirit’ services run between Porthmadog and Blaenau Ffestiniog and passengers can start their journey from either station. Sit back and relax as you enjoy a festive journey through the beautiful landscapes of Snowdonia National Park, with popular sights including the towering slate tips in Blaenau Ffestiniog, the spiral at Dduallt and the tunnel near Llyn Ystradau.
Duration: Approx. 3 hours
The Christmas Cwellyn
December 28th, 29th, 30th, 31st & January 1st.
Our ‘Christmas Cwellyn’ services begin at our award-winning Caernarfon station. Once on board, sit back and enjoy as the train sets off through the majestic landscapes of Snowdonia National Park, on its way to the interval stop at Rhyd Ddu station. Here, there will be a short break, allowing passengers an opportunity to enjoy the views and take some photos, before setting off on the return journey to Caernarfon.
Duration: Approx. 3 hours
Portmeirion Food & Craft Fair
December 1st-3rd
This very popular event is a showcase of the best local food, drinks, gifts and entertainment. The festival features artisan stalls exhibiting the best Welsh produce. In addition to local produce and crafts, there is a full programme of entertainment to suit everybody’s taste. We will be running special shuttle trains from Porthmadog Harbour Station to Minffordd on all three days.