Talyllyn Railway

Steam trains now running on Sundays in March

The Talyllyn Railway was the first railway in the world to be preserved, being taken over by volunteers in 1950. It still has some of the locomotives and carriages from its opening in 1865. It is a narrow gauge line, located at Tywyn, near Machynlleth, in Mid-Wales. Regular steam trains run on the 7¼ mile long line from Tywyn Wharf to Nant Gwernol via Dolgoch Falls and Abergynolwyn. The scenery is spectacular, and the train takes passengers to beauty spots not accessible by road. Three of the engines on the line feature in the Reverend W. Awdry's 'Thomas The Tank Engine'® series of books, and will be familiar to children, and adults, everywhere.
Main information telephone number:		01654 710472

	Steam trains operating regularly?	Yes
	Diesel trains operating regularly?	No
Main Station/Centre Address:		Wharf Station, Tywyn, Gwynedd LL36 9EY

Other Stations:		Rhydyronen, Dolgoch Falls, Abergynolwyn, Nant Gwernol

Web-site address:		www.talyllyn.co.uk

Length of line:		7¼ miles

Ample car parking is available adjacent to the stations at Tywyn Wharf, Dolgoch Falls and Abergynolwyn

Other local amenities:


Standard Ticket Prices (other fares available, different fares and restrictions may apply on Special Event days, including Santa Specials):
	Adult Day Rover:	£ 12.50
	Child Day Rover (age 5 - 15):	£ 3.00
	Discounts are available for Senior Citizens
	Dogs and cycles (charge per return journey)	£ 2.00


Operating Dates (click on a coloured date to display the timetable for that date):


Catering facilities available:

	TYWYN WHARF - The Porter's Platter Refreshment Room - A comprehensive menu including hot and cold meals, drinks and snacks.
	ABERGYNOLWYN - The Quarryman's Cabin - Hot and cold drinks, cakes, sandwiches etc.

A buffet service is not currently available on normal service trains, but a refreshment stop is made in each journey at Abergynolwyn.

PICNIC FACILITIES are available at Dolgoch Falls and Abergynolwyn.

FACILITIES FOR DISABLED VISITORS and FAMILIES WITH PRAMS OR PUSHCHAIRS:
	The low-level platforms, museum and catering facilities are easily accessible. Disabled lavatories are available Tywyn Wharf and Abergynolwyn. Adapted rolling stock is available on most service trains.



FAMILY FACILITIES:
	Baby change facilities are available at Tywyn Wharf and Abergynolwyn, and a children's play area is also available at the latter station. Plenty of children's gifts are available in the well-stocked gift shop. Various family and children's events occur throughout the year.


OTHER FACILITIES:
Books, DVDs, postcards and other small gifts are also available in the shop . The Narrow Gauge Railway Museum at Tywyn Wharf is excellent, and entry is free - but donations towards its upkeep are appreciated.

SPECIAL EVENTS:
The following special events are arranged for 2009: St. David's Day Special - Sunday 1st March Mothering Sunday - Sunday 22nd March Founder's Day - Thursday 14th May Vintage Coach Get Together - Monday 25th May The Children's Duncan Day - Thursday 28th May Father's Day - Sunday 21st June Have A Go Gala - Saturday & Sunday 4th & 5th July Murder Mystery - Monday 27th July Race the Train - Saturday 15th August The Children's Duncan Day - Thursday 27th August Series I Land Rover Gathering - Sunday 30th August Hallowe'en Special - Friday 30th October

PUBLIC TRANSPORT CONNECTIONS
	The National Rail Network station at Tywyn is a short, well-signed walk away. Bus service numbers 28 & 30 (Arriva & Lloyds) also call nearby.




PRESERVEDRAILWAYS.ORG.UK REVIEW: Our reviewers have not visited this site yet; a review will be undertaken during the 2009 season.