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Posted on June 27, 2018 by admin

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We are absolutely thrilled that we have been named

We are absolutely thrilled that we have been named the 'GO ATTRACTION OF THE YEAR' at the Go North Wales Tourism Awards 2024..!

#gonorthwales #northwalestourismawards #nwtawards #northwales #winner2024 #GONWTAWARDS

STEAMING INTO CHRISTMAS ON THE F&WHR… It’s ju

STEAMING INTO CHRISTMAS ON THE F&WHR…

It’s just over two weeks to the first of our Santa trains between Caernarfon and Rhyd Ddu, with Santa and his Elves onboard - greeting passengers, handing out presents to the children and singing Christmas carols. There’ll be local music groups and singers providing entertainment at Caernarfon Station, with time to browse the shop or enjoy a tasty treat from Caffi de Winton.

In Porthmadog, Santa will be visiting his magical Christmas Carriage Grotto, specially prepared by his team of hard-working Elves. Come along and admire the fantastic Christmas decorations, enjoy a footplate ride on a steam locomotive and take a shuttle train ride to Minffordd and back. The station shop will be open, as will Spooner’s Café-Bar – so there are certainly lots of ways to make the most of a family visit to see Santa..!

Our gift shops in Caernarfon and Porthmadog are open most days for pre-Christmas shopping, with a wide range of local and railway interest gifts, offering present ideas to suit all tastes. Of course, our web shop is open 24/7 throughout the year for shopping from the comfort of home - visit www.festrail.co.uk/shop

Between 28th December and New Year’s Day (inclusive) we will be running scenic ‘Seasonal Snowdonia Specials’ - from Caernarfon to Rhyd Ddu return and from Porthmadog to Blaenau Ffestiniog and return - so there will be plenty of opportunities to shake off any post-Christmas blues..!

Please Note: Tickets for Santa Trains and Santa’s Grotto should be bought in advance.

For more details on all of the above and to buy tickets - visit www.festrail.co.uk/christmas

Fingers crossed (on both hands) for the Go North W

Fingers crossed (on both hands) for the Go North Wales Tourism Awards tomorrow... 🤞🏻

We are on the shortlist for the 'Go Activity or Experience of the Year' - and the 'Go Attraction of the Year'..!

https://gonorthwalestourismawards.website/finalists-winners/

A big thumbs up from the Interpretation and Boston

A big thumbs up from the Interpretation and Boston Lodge project. @HeritageFundUK

#ffestiniogandwelshhighlandrailways #bestrailwayintheworld #ffestiniograilway #festiniograilway #welshhighlandrailway #nlhf #heritage #volunteers #engineering #steam #scenery #snowdonia #whhr #gonorthwales #visitwales #wales #cymru #eryri #locomotives #Thanks To You

‘Earl of Merioneth’ and tin carrs. A nostalgic

‘Earl of Merioneth’ and tin carrs. A nostalgic look and one available in 4mm scale direct from the shop. www.festshop.co.uk

#ffestiniogandwelshhighlandrailways #bestrailwayintheworld #ffestiniograilway #festiniograilway #welshhighlandrailway #nlhf #heritage #volunteers #engineering #steam #scenery #snowdonia #whhr #gonorthwales #visitwales #wales #cymru #eryri #locomotives

MEWN COF - IN REMEMBRANCE... On this Remembrance

MEWN COF - IN REMEMBRANCE...

On this Remembrance Sunday, we are sharing a photo of LYD in November 2016, carrying a wreath to commemorate the contribution of all British and Commonwealth personnel - civil and military - involved in the two World Wars and later conflicts.

As no trains are running today, a representative of the F&WHR will be one of those laying wreaths at Porthmadog's War Memorial this morning...

🟢 COME AND HAVE A GO AT DRIVING A STEAM LOCOMOT

🟢 COME AND HAVE A GO AT DRIVING A STEAM LOCOMOTIVE..!

▪️ HALF-TERM FUN - 26th and 28th October
▪️ or
▪️ CHRISTMAS TREAT - 28th and 30th December

Much more than a short footplate ride up and down the station platform, these three-hour workshops give you a chance (in a small group) to learn more about how a steam loco works. Two of our friendly loco drivers/fitters with in-depth experience of building, maintaining and driving locos will take you through the way a steam engine works.

Participants will get to help prepare a steam loco, see it in action behind the scenes (at our historic Boston Lodge workshops), receive information on ‘how it works’ and then have a go at firing and driving in the yard - or under cover in our large carriage shed if the weather is uncooperative..!

It’s all very friendly and relaxed… an ideal experience if you are looking for something a little different. This makes an ideal gift for anyone with even a passing interest in locos, heritage, engineering or simply the challenge of driving an unusual vehicle.

Don’t just take our word for it, read what past visitors have to say..!

✅ “…definitely a tick off the bucket list. A great privilege to have such access. Will recommend…”

✅ “A really wonderful experience fulfilling childhood fantasies. The driver and fireman were fab and fun.”

✅ “Driver experience just what the doctor ordered. Great.”

✅ “A great experience and very informative”

We have spaces left on the four dates above - don't miss your chance of a real 'hands-on' way to learn more about how steam locos work..!

For more information and to book your place in the group, head to
https://www.festrail.co.uk/workshop-how-steam.../

Two for the price of one! Palmerston and Blanche d

Two for the price of one! Palmerston and Blanche double-head the Mountain Spirit this morning 🚂🚂#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

A quick summary of what we’ve been up to this ye

A quick summary of what we’ve been up to this year.

#ffestiniogandwelshhighlandrailways #bestrailwayintheworld #ffestiniograilway #festiniograilway #welshhighlandrailway #nlhf #heritage #volunteers #engineering #steam #scenery #snowdonia #whhr #gonorthwales #visitwales #wales #cymru #eryri #locomotives

Even on a slightly drab morning, James Spooner and

Even on a slightly drab morning, James Spooner and the slate train looks great.

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James Spooner and newly out shopped curly roof van

James Spooner and newly out shopped curly roof van.

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Bygones weekend is well underway. #ffestiniogand

Bygones weekend is well underway.

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🎅 SANTA TRAINS UPDATE...There are just two weeks to go till our first Santa Train of the season and seats are selling fast..!🔴 GOLD seats in FIRST CLASS are already completely SOLD OUT for all 12 Santa Trains this year...🔴 The four Santa Trains on 21st and 22nd December are all FULLY BOOKED🟢 STANDARD CLASS seats are currently still available on all Santa Trains over the first two weekends in December, but some will soon fill.🚂 The trains with most spaces available are:🚃 7th December - 13:40🚃 8th December - 10:00🚃 15th December - 10:00✅ So, if you're looking to bring your family for a ride on a Santa Train, don't delay in booking your tickets - Santa and his Elves will be here, we hope you will be too..!ℹ️ More information and link to online ticket sales: festrail.co.uk/christmas.. ... See MoreSee Less

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Why not come down to Spooner's and toast our award with a 'Spooner's Special' Hot Chocolate and Iced Doughnut Combo..!CHOCOLATE - HOT CHOCOLATE - AND A DOUGHNUT..!It may be grey and miserable outside, but we've got the perfect antidote for you here in Spooner's...Come along and treat yourself to a mouth-smacking, belly-warming, milky hot chocolate delight - topped with cream, chocolate sauce and sprinkles - accompanied by a delicious iced doughnut...Only £4.50 for a truly tasty winter treat..! ... See MoreSee Less

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GO ATTRACTION OF THE YEAR..! 🥇We are absolutely thrilled to announce the winner of the Go Attraction of the Year Award sponsored by SF Parks. And the award goes to... 🥁 drum roll please 🥁 Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways 🚂✨Rydym yn hollol gyffrous i gyhoeddi enillydd Gwobr Atyniad y Flwyddyn a noddir gan SF Parks. Ac mae’r wobr yn mynd i... 🥁 rowliwch y drymiau os gwelwch yn dda 🥁 Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog ac Eryri! 🚂✨Harlech Foodservice Wales#gonorthwales #northwalestourismawards #nwtawards #northwales #winner2024 #congratulations #gwobrautwristiaeth #gogleddcymru #llongyfarchiadau #enillwyr2024 #GONWTAWARDS ... See MoreSee Less

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⭐️ STEAMING INTO CHRISTMAS ON THE F&WHR ⭐️🎅 It’s just over two weeks to the first of our Santa trains between Caernarfon and Rhyd Ddu, with Santa and his Elves onboard - greeting passengers, handing out presents to the children and singing Christmas carols. There’ll be local music groups and singers providing entertainment at Caernarfon Station, with time to browse the shop or enjoy a tasty treat from Caffi de Winton.🤶 In Porthmadog, Santa will be visiting his magical Christmas Carriage Grotto, specially prepared by his team of hard-working Elves. Come along and admire the fantastic Christmas decorations, enjoy a footplate ride on a steam locomotive and take a shuttle train ride to Minffordd and back. The station shop will be open, as will Spooner’s Café-Bar – so there are certainly lots of ways to make the most of a family visit to see Santa..!🎁 Our gift shops in Caernarfon and Porthmadog are open most days for pre-Christmas shopping, with a wide range of local and railway interest gifts, offering present ideas to suit all tastes. Of course, our web shop is open 24/7 throughout the year for shopping from the comfort of home - visit www.festrail.co.uk/shop 🚂 Between 28th December and New Year’s Day (inclusive) we will be running scenic ‘Seasonal Snowdonia Specials’ - from Caernarfon to Rhyd Ddu return and from Porthmadog to Blaenau Ffestiniog and return - so there will be plenty of opportunities to shake off any post-Christmas blues..! ▶️ Please Note: Tickets for Santa Trains and Santa’s Grotto should be bought in advance.ℹ️ For more details on all of the above and to buy tickets - visit www.festrail.co.uk/christmas.. ... See MoreSee Less

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