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The Slate Trail

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June 6 All day

Experience the beauty of a World Heritage Site in our original Victorian-Era Carriages

One of the two locomotives that could haul your train – “Talyllyn”, built in 1864 for the Talyllyn Railway and named after the nearby lake.

Enjoy your own Railway Adventure and travel in style in our original Vintage Carriages, hauled by one of our original Victorian Locomotives, with this chance to spend the day exploring the beautiful Fathew Valley.

With guides travelling with you on the train, learn about the rich history of the railway, the quarry it served and its part in the Slate Landscape of Northwest Wales UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Included in the trip are photographic stops, a chance to see Ty Dwr water column, a guided tour of the Narrow Gauge Railway Museum and the opportunity to see Pendre Works – all topped off with a cream tea at Wharf Station.


Your Tour starts at Tywyn Wharf at 11am.

ADULT £42 | CHILD £21 | MEMBERS £21

You will be joined by guides throughout the day to explain the story & importance of our little Railway
One of the two locomotives that could haul your train – “Dolgoch”, built in 1866 for the Talyllyn Railway.
She has never worked anywhere else.

Please let us know if you have special dietary requirements.

The Victorian carriages are unable to accommodate wheelchairs.

Advance booking advised.