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Llangollen Railway

๐Ÿ“ Llangollen, Wales

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โ˜…4.6(5,049 Google reviews)๐Ÿ‘ถAll ages

Volunteer-run heritage railway offering steam and diesel journeys between Llangollen and Corwen through the Dee Valley. Special events include Mince Pie Specials, afternoon teas, and themed Red Dwarf trains.

โœ“ Heritage steam trainsโœ“ Volunteer-runโœ“ Dog friendlyโœ“ Scenic Dee Valleyโœ“ Seasonal eventsโœ“ Family day out

๐Ÿ† Funzaroo Verdict

Best for families who enjoy authentic heritage experiences with genuine volunteer passion. The 80-minute return trip suits all ages and leaves time to explore Llangollen town, the aqueduct, or the hilltop castle. Dog-friendly carriages make it practical for pet-owning families. Seasonal special events add themed extras worth booking in advance.

โ„น๏ธ What to Know Before You Go

๐Ÿ’กPark at Corwen and ride to Llangollen - then walk to the aqueduct or Castell Dinas Brรขn before the return journey
โฐClose carriage windows when passing through Berwyn tunnel to avoid smoke
๐ŸŽŸ๏ธSeasonal events like the Mince Pie Special include refreshments and are very popular - book early
๐Ÿš—Dogs are welcome on board - a favourite with families travelling with pets

๐Ÿ’ฌ What Families Are Saying

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Brian Hurle

10 months ago

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โ€œVisited over Christmas to ride the Mince Pie Special! Lovely railway staffed by enthusiastic, helpful volunteers, the Train driver had time to chat and was very informative. About a 2 hour round trip to Corwen, we went on a Sunday when most of Corwen is closed (get about half an hour during the turnaround). Ticket included a Mince Pie and Mulled Wine, excellent on a cold day. Definitely will visit again. In the summer ๐ŸŒžโ€

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Amanda Roberts

10 months ago

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โ€œThe whole experience of the Mince pie Special was friendly organised and beautiful even in the depths of winter, every member of staff was lovely and a real credit to the company, the carriage was clean and warm. Thank you xโ€

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Jared Evans

a year ago

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โ€œI would definately reccomend it, its all historical trains with the big area for disabled people and people who need it and smaller cabins for other people with space for up to 8 people I was talking to one of the volenteers called phil he told me it opened in 1864 and closed in 1962 and reopened by rail enthusiasts in the 2000s and 2 yrs ago they opened Corwen station if takes 40mins each way so in total it is 1hr 20mins and theres the berwyn tunnel where you have to close all the windows otherwise the cabin gets smoked out its a really good trip for a family but two adults, two childrwn and a dog its ยฃ65 but It is worth it.โ€

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Overview

Llangollen Railway runs heritage steam and diesel trains on an 80-minute return journey through the Dee Valley. The route opened in 1864, closed in 1962, and was revived by volunteers. Seasonal events include the Mince Pie Special, afternoon tea services, and themed galas. The Llangollen station is walkable to the town aqueduct and Castell Dinas Brรขn. Dog-friendly with pram access and an on-site cafe.

๐Ÿ• Opening Hours

MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday09:00-17:00
Thursday09:00-17:00
Friday09:00-17:00
Saturday09:00-17:00
Sunday09:00-17:00

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