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Welsh Highland Railway
The Welsh Highland Railway features the most powerful 2' gauge steam locomotives in the world on a journey through the scenic Snowdonia National Park from Caernarfon to Pont Croesor near Porthmadog (until 27 May 2010 it terminates at Hafod-y-Llyn). The line is due to be open all the way to Porthmadog in 2011 where it will join up with the Ffestiniog Railway.
The line starts near the historic Caernarfon Castle and then climbs around the foothills of Snowdon, before descending again down towards Beddgelert before passing through the stunning Aberglaslyn Pass.
This attraction can be easily visited whilst staying in the Conwy Valley, and is 20 miles (32 km) from Betws-y-Coed as the crow flies (straight line distance). See the routeplanner below for a suggested route and estimated journey time.
Contact Information
Address :
Welsh Highland Railway
St Helens Road
Caernarfon
Gwynedd
LL55 2YD
UK
Phone :
01766 516024
E-mail:
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Website:
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Opening Times
Open throughout the year (except February) with reduced sevices out of season. See attraction website for details. (2010)
Admission Prices
Caernarfon-Pont Croesor Return: Adult £28, Concession £25.20, One child free per paying adult, extra child half fare. See attraction website for full details. (2010)
Eating
Trolley buffet on train.
Transport/Access
Disabled Access :
There is wheelchair access to most of our buildings and trains. Guide dogs are welcome. See attraction website for details.
Public Transport :
Bus: Caernarfon is well served by bus and coach services.
Train: Nearest station is Bangor. Regular bus service from Bangor to Caernarfon.
Parking :
There are three large public car parks within 10 minutes walk of the station in addition to a small car park at the station itself.
Location Map :
List of Attractions by Region
- North Wales Coast : The coastal resorts of North Wales.
- Snowdonia - North West : Llanberis and Beddgelert.
- Snowdonia - North East : The Conwy Valley including Betws-y-Coed and Llanrwst.
- Snowdonia - Central : Central Snowdonia including Porthmadog, Ffestiniog, Bala, Barmouth and Harlech.
- Snowdonia - South : Southern Snowdonia inlcuding Dolgellau, Tywyn, Aberdovey and Machynlleth.
- Isle of Anglesey : Island off the north west coast of Wales.
- Lleyn Peninsula : The Lleyn Peninsula to the west of Snowdonia is famous for its beaches and coastline.
- Borderlands : The Borderlands lie between Snowdonia and England.
List of Attractions by Type
- Houses and Gardens : Historic houses and beautiful gardens.
- Transport : Steam railways and transport museums.
- Castles : Historic castles.
- Historic Sites : Historic sites including standing stones, churches and historic buildings.
- Natural : Waterfalls, forests, lakes and mountains.
- Other Attractions : Other tourist attractions.
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