Description
Discover the timeless appeal of our narrow-gauge steam trains -
a more leisurely way to travel and the perfect way to savour the
grandeur of Snowdonia.
Starting at Gilfach Ddu, the journey takes you past
the 13th century Dolbadarn Castle, crossing possibly Britain's shortest
river and passing Llanberis' twin lakes as the train negotiates
the extension (opened in 2003) to Llanberis village. From here the
train runs non-stop through the Padarn Country Park, joining the
1845 slate railway route to run along the shores of Lake Padarn
to Penllyn, and giving stunning views of Snowdon, the highest peak
in England and Wales.
On its return, the train makes a short stop at Cei
Llydan, an ideal place for a lakeside picnic, before arriving back
at Gilfach Ddu. Here you can watch the driver stoking the fire,
the engine taking water, or spend some time visiting our gift shop
and cafe.
The five mile return trip takes around 60 minutes,
and all advertised trains are scheduled to be hauled by one of our
vintage steam engines rescued from the nearby Dinorwic slate quarries.
All our trains have wheelchair accommodation, but
spaces are limited, so please let us know you are coming. Toilets,
including disabled access, are situated nearby in the Country Park. |
