Welsh Highland Railway Porthmadog
Take a trip back in time on the Welsh Highland Railway in Porthmadog, North Wales. Our narrow gauge line includes a visit to the sheds with chance to climb on the engines and see how the railway works for yourself. Ideal for families with young children..... and for kids up to the age of 90!
The Welsh Highland Railway (Porthmadog) is a small, friendly railway where the train ride is just part of the experience. The vintage train also stops at the sheds, where you can get off for a free guided, hands on tour. Climb on the engines and see how things work. And when we get to the other end - Pen-y-Mount, why not get off and watch them change the signals and points?
Railway Shop at Porthmadog
The shop is famous throughout the country for its range of railway books. Videos, gifts, crafts and model railway equipment are also stocked. Buy your souvenir ticket here. Pay once and ride all day.
Welsh Highland Tea Rooms
Sample the delights of home cooked meals and snacks in the atmospheric period Tea Rooms - before or after your ride on the train. Children's meals, and a friendly service are a specialty. Special diets catered for.
Pen-y-Mount station
Pen-y-Mount station is the other end of the line. Why not join the train here at the replica 1923 WHR building and station, re-created exactly as it was? Or leave the train here and explore the network of footpaths running through the surrounding countryside. Watch how they operate the signals and points.
Further Information for the Welsh Highland's Railway
For further information, opening times and train timetables, contact the Welsh Highland's Railway on 01766 513402 or their talking timetable on 0870 321 2402