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News from the Ffestiniog Railway
Plaques unveiled at award ceremony for renovation of Ffestiniog Railway station
On 5th July, two plaques were unveiled to mark the completion of the renovation of the external side of Penrhyn's station building.
Ffestiniog Railway shines with special centenary gala
Recently, the Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railway held its 'Railway 200 - FR Platinum Jubilee Weekend'.
Narrow gauge steam locomotives to visit The Greatest Gathering
Four narrow-gauge steam locomotives are to visit The Greatest Gathering. First up are Prince and Trangkil No. 4, courtesy of the Ffestiniog Railway and Statfold…
Welsh railway offers 50% discount for local residents during June
In a repeat of last year's offer, the Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways (FfWHR) has again introduced a discount scheme for local residents.
Steam locomotive Palmerston to visit the Talyllyn Railway
The Talyllyn Railway will be celebrating the life of Rev. W. Awdry through its Awdry Extravaganza.
First boiler parts for Darjeeling steam locomotive 19B ‘imminent’
The Darjeeling Tank Locomotive Trust has made a major step forward in the return of B class No. 19, with contract signing and first parts…
Ffestiniog Railway unveils Boston Lodge after £5m redevelopment
Yesterday, the Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways invited RailAdvent to see the official unveiling of the redevelopment over at Boston Lodge Works. The project cost…
Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways named top attraction in Wales
The Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways is celebrating after being named the best attraction in Wales.
Book Review: Mail Rail – The Story of the Post Office and the Railways by Peter Johnson
This book tells the history of transporting mail by train, including travelling post offices, dedicated mail trains, and its own underground railway.