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Vic Mitchell 1934-2021

Posted on January 20, 2021January 20, 2021 by Chris Parry

We are sad to hear of the passing of Vic Mitchell today.

Vic was one of seven gentlemen who in 1951 responded to an advert placed in the Daily Telegraph by schoolboy Leonard Heath Humphreys, bringing their attention to the

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A Christmas message from the General Manager

Posted on December 20, 2020December 20, 2020 by Chris Parry

Paul Lewin send a message to all supporters and volunteers…

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Society Christmas Appeals – Linda overhaul and new Third Class WHR carriage

Posted on December 16, 2020December 16, 2020 by Chris Parry

Our societies are now running their Christmas appeals for 2020. We hope that you will be able to support them.

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Major Railway Heritage award for F&WHR

Posted on December 10, 2020December 10, 2020 by Chris Parry

The Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways are proud to have been recognised at the 2020 National Railway Heritage Awards. 

Andrew Haines, the Chief Executive of Network Rail, was guest of honour as the winners in this year’s competition were announced

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We are finalists in British Guild of Travel Writers awards

Posted on December 10, 2020December 10, 2020 by Chris Parry

Caernarfon Station and our First Class Pullman carriages have been shortlisted by the British Guild of Travel Writers for the award for ‘Best UK & Ireland Tourism Project’ in the ‘BGTW International Tourism Awards 2020’. 

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Heritage Railway and Tramway Working Together

Posted on December 10, 2020December 10, 2020 by Chris Parry

 In these times of social distancing and keeping apart, it is great to celebrate coming together. 

The National Tramway Museum at Crich and The Festiniog and Welsh Highland Railway have come together to work on the restoration of Blackpool 298

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Train services suspended until Spring 2021

Posted on December 2, 2020December 2, 2020 by Chris Parry

The following announcement is intended to provide as much clarity as possible during these uncertain times and to thank all associated with our Railway for your incredible support this year.

This week, the Welsh Government announced a new set of

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First use of new carriage shed

Posted on November 17, 2020November 17, 2020 by Chris Parry

I am very pleased to report that on a typical November day in N.Wales the new carriage shed is now in use for winter storage. The weather didn’t help with getting good pictures!

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Posted @withregram • @becsterdotcom Henlun.... L Posted @withregram • @becsterdotcom Henlun.... Linda yn Tan Y Bwlch mis Awst llynedd. Pan oedd y tywydd yn gret ac oedden ni’n cael mynd allan i chwarae hefo trêns bach! Welai chi eto yn fuan fy ffrindiau annwyl!

Throwback...Linda at Tan Y Bwlch last August. When the weather was great and we were allowed to go out and play with trains! Someday soon my pretties!

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Posted @withregram • @mikeyb1306 Another 11 mile Posted @withregram • @mikeyb1306 Another 11 mile walk this afternoon. 

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💙 Something for #bluemonday (with a bonus bit o 💙 Something for #bluemonday (with a bonus bit of green for good measure) #bestrailwayintheworld #steam #railway #train #snowdonia #wales #ilovewales #ffestiniog #welshhighland #loco #locomotive #victorian #wonderfulplaces #uk #holiday #heritage #gwynedd #cymru #mountains #transport #steamengine #engine #engineering #northwalestagram #northwales #gosnowdonia #snowdonia360 #thisismywales
Posted @withregram • @cjp1959 An old one - Ffest Posted @withregram • @cjp1959 An old one - Ffestiniog Railway - Prince heads for Rhiw Goch on a cold winter morning #wonderfulplaces #uk #holiday #gwynedd #cymru #mountains #northwalestagram #northwales #discovercymru #thisismywales #thisiswales #thewalescollective #visit_uk #gosnowdonia #visitwales #earthgallery #exploretocreate #postitfortheaesthetic #skyline #tourtheplanet #wanderlustwales #landscape photography #snowdoniagram #snowdonia #snowdoniapics #walesonline #explorewales #walesadventures  #eryri360 #snowdonia360
Tanygrisiau - Hope to see trains there again soon Tanygrisiau - Hope to see trains there again soon 🤞 #bestrailwayintheworld #steam #railway #train #snowdonia #wales #ilovewales #ffestiniog #welshhighland #loco #locomotive #victorian #wonderfulplaces #uk #holiday #heritage #gwynedd #cymru #mountains #transport #steamengine #engine #engineering #northwalestagram #northwales #gosnowdonia #snowdonia360 #thisismywales
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Posted @withregram • @becsterdotcom Hiraethu am Posted @withregram • @becsterdotcom Hiraethu am drêns @festrail! Fysa na ddim rhai yn rhedeg tua’s adeg yma dwi’n credu ond mi fysa na rhai hanner tymor Chwefror. Oherwydd y rheolau cofid ma Dwi ddim yn gweld rhai yn rhedeg hanner tymor eleni. Bwwwwww!! 

Ond hei, gai obeithio bydd nhw’n nol erbyn gwyliau Pasg caf? 

Longing for @ffestiniogwelshhighland trains! There wouldn’t have been any trains running this time of year anyway I don’t think. There would at February half term but thanks to Covid restrictions and lockdowns I don’t see it happening this year. Booooooooo!!

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Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways@festrail·
20 Jan

One of the founding fathers of the preserved Ffestiniog Railway. Rest in peace Vic.

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20 Jan

COUNTING DOWN THE DAYS...

We've been rather quiet lately - while busy making plans for a new season ahead. We'll soon be in a position to give you an outline of how we hope to run our train services in the 'early' part of the year.

Watch http://www.festrail.co.uk for updates.

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20 Dec

A Christmas message from the General Manager https://youtu.be/xfMprrV0w5w

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Sarah Parry 💙@SarahWoods66·
13 Dec

Good morning all - we weren’t expecting trains past the house yesterday but, right on cue, this beautiful works train turned up and caused quite a bit of excitement #Eryri #Snowdonia

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2 Dec

WINTER IS COMING - AND IT WILL BE VERY QUIET ON THE F&WHR..!

Following this week's latest Welsh Government announcement, we have made the difficult decision that we will not run any Passenger or Santa trains for visitors this winter...

More information @ https://bit.ly/3fZdWXH

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Trails above the Traeth...

Although no trains are running on the F&WHR, the RAF are still undertaking training flights from RAF Valley. The curving vapour trails of aerial manoeuvres are mirrored by sinuous channels of water draining from the Traeth as the tide recedes. In the distance the snow covered Rhinog mountains dominate the skyline above Boston Lodge Works at the far end of the Cob embankment...

EDIT: Apparently the contrails were left by USAF F-15 jets flying from Lakenheath in Suffolk...
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Sunshine and Snow on the Mountains...

The demolition of 'Ty Moelwyn' nears completion, with the contractors sorting the remaining rubble pile, enabling a relatively unobstructed view across the Glaslyn valley to Cnicht and the Moelwyns...
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Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways updated their cover photo.

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COUNTING DOWN THE DAYS...

We've been rather quiet lately - but, 'behind the scenes', we've also been busy making and revising plans for a new season ahead. We're not quite there yet, but we'll soon be in a position to give you an outline of how we hope to run our train services in the 'early' part of the year.

We can't guarantee firm dates or exact details due to the ongoing situation, but we'll give you as much information as we can about our 2021 plans, so that you'll have something to look forward to when we're able to get out and about again..!
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SPECIAL PURCHASE - TfL Masks and Headwear...

We may be located in the TLC, but many of our supporters have a 'soft spot' for TfL - so we have managed to get our hands on a supply of official Transport for London face masks and headwear.

We have 20 different items in stock, featuring a variety of TfL maps, roundels and graphic designs. See below for further details on the product range. A full description for each item is provided on our webshop page @ bit.ly/2Ma6UUZ

Remember, our webshop www.festshop.co.uk is open for business 24/7 - from anywhere in the world - so please help support the F&WHR by shopping online from here..!

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Elgate Products are officially licensed producers and suppliers of Transport for London face masks and coverings. These are non-medical, civil use only masks and face covers and not to be used as a replacement for personal protective equipment (PPE) or a replacement for other recommended measures and guidelines put in place to combat the spread of infectious diseases.

These reusable face masks and covers are designed to help catch and trap potentially harmful particles and bacteria. Washing and care instructions are included on the packaging and on the sew in labels of each mask.

For added filtration, certain masks either include or have the capacity to fit PM2.5 replaceable filters. The PM of PM2.5 means 'particulate matter' and refers to the tiny airborne hazards the filter is protecting against. The 2.5 relates to the size of particles this filter offers protection against, which in this instance is 2.5 microns - put into perspective, this is half the size of a red blood cell or nearly 30 times smaller than the diameter of the average human hair. These filters therefore help protect against some bacteria, combustion, dust and pollen particles.

••• Reusable Mask with Filters: These double layered face mask come packed with two PM2.5 replaceable filters offering a further third layer of protection against harmful particles. The mask consists of a soft, comfortable and fully breathable cotton inner layer and a vibrant colour printed polyester fabric outer layer. This is finished with a neat piped edging and elasticated ear loops for a tight and secure fit around the face.

••• Foldable Face Mask: Perfect for when you are out and about, this handy mask folds up neatly into a square zip-up pouch which comes with both a split ring attachment for keys and a lobster clip to allow this to be attached to bags. The mask itself is a double layered face mask consisting of a cotton inner layer and a vibrant colour printed polyester fabric outer layer. This is finished with a neat piped edging and elasticated ear loops for a tight and secure fit around the face. There is also space within the mask to accommodate a replaceable filter should you wish for that extra layer of protection.

••• Multifunctional Headwear: Made from single layered stretchy 100% polyester microfiber. This fully breathable fabric headwear offers a tight but comfortable fit. Tubular in shape, this is can be worn in a variety of different ways to suit the wearer, offering cover from the sun, wind, rain and spreading of germs.
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EVERY VOTE COUNTS...

Readers of 'Steam Railway' magazine are being asked to vote for one of ten nominees that have been put forward for the coveted 'Steam Railway' magazine award, to be presented at the Heritage Railway Association's awards ceremony in February 2021.

"The award is presented in recognition of the magnificent and tireless efforts of the preservation movement during the last 12 months. This is about celebrating the finest achievements in a year that has tested our industry like never before."

The Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways have been nominated for "the restoration of unique surviving 'Large England 0-4-0STT No.5 WELSH PONY and its innovative post-lockdown trains."

Voting closes on 28th January - further details on nominees and how 'Steam Railway' readers can cast their vote are available online @ bit.ly/2LeNIp1
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