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Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways, Porthmadog

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Along the Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways, enjoy one of the UK's most scenic train rides. Founded in 1832, this is the world's oldest railway company according to the Guinness Book of World Records. You'll travel 21.7 km (13.5 mi) from the harbor at Porthmadog to the slate-mining town of Blaenau Ffestiniog, passing through the forests and mountains of Snowdonia National Park along the way. The steam locomotive and heritage cars behind it gain 213 m (700 ft) of altitude along the journey, making numerous tight turns and even completing a full spiral. The windows are large and clear, so keep your camera ready for landscape shots throughout the journey. By using our Porthmadog trip planner, you can arrange your visit to Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways and other attractions in Porthmadog.
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  • Rode from Caernarfon to Rhyd Ddu. That's as far as it went. Family of 4 cost £80. We were done in just over 2 hours. It was supposed to be 3. Just disappointed overall. Good views at the Rhyd Ddu end....  more
    Rode from Caernarfon to Rhyd Ddu. That's as far as it went. Family of 4 cost £80. We were done in just over 2 hours. It was supposed to be 3. Just disappointed overall. Good views at the Rhyd Ddu end....  more »
  • First ever journey on the Ffestiniog Railway did not disappoint. After reading and watching many documentaries and reading so many books on the railway, myself and my parents decided to visit the... 
    First ever journey on the Ffestiniog Railway did not disappoint. After reading and watching many documentaries and reading so many books on the railway, myself and my parents decided to visit the...  more »
  • The journey up from Porthmadog to Caernarvon was excellent, we were well looked after right from the free car parking and the helpful staff at the station to the on-board train attendants who were... 
    The journey up from Porthmadog to Caernarvon was excellent, we were well looked after right from the free car parking and the helpful staff at the station to the on-board train attendants who were...  more »
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  • Wonderful trip on the old slate mine railway from Porthmadog. They helpfully accommodated our large group, dog and double pram too. Enthusiastic volunteers and nice cafe and information at the stop. Unfortunately it was pouring with rain so we didn’t do the walk!
  • Booked a last minute trip on the woodland wanderer and thoroughly enjoyed it. The kids loved riding in the carriage and playing in the park at the cafe when we stopped. Expect a que in the cafe if you want food and drink or take a little picnic with you. Either way we'll worth the trip with the kids.
  • We went with my 76 year old mother who has mobility issues, and we had no problems as the staff were more than helpful. I also had our dog, and we thoroughly enjoyed our day, as did our dog. The travel guide is worth purchasing, as it provides a great memory keepsake.
  • Beautiful trip up 4,000 feet to hotel. Multiple waterfalls. Multiple spectacular mountain cliff, and valley views. Lot of snow still at elevation. Highly recommended!
  • Went on both the Ffestiniog Railway and the Welsh Highland Railway. The experience was amazing. The staff both off the train in the booking hall and in Spooners and on the train were so attentive and really gave excellent customer service. We loved every minute of it and would say to anyone who is in the Porthmadog area to get yourself along and experience the best Little Trains in Wales. The scenery is amazing and must be the best in the UK if mot the world - Wales has it all!!

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