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The Vale of Rheidol Railway has been running for over 120 years. Hop aboard one of our historic trains for a journey through the stunning Welsh countryside. Trains will travel a short journey between Aberystwyth and Capel Bangor stations only as winter maintenance is taking place on the tracks preventing our trains from reaching Devil’s…

Wishing you a Happy New Year from all of us at the Vale of Rheidol. We’re delighted to announce that our onsite café, Caffi Cledrau will reopen on Monday 12th January, and we can’t wait to welcome you back through our doors. Cledrau will be open Monday to Friday from 9.30am to 4pm serving delicious local…

🎄 Ticket to Christmas Has Arrived at the Vale of Rheidol Railway Christmas has officially arrived at the Vale of Rheidol Railway, and we’re delighted to welcome families to our magical Ticket to Christmas experience — 13 & 14th December and then from Wed 17th through to 23rd December, 11am – 6pm. Taking…

The Vale of Rheidol Railway has taken centre stage on Welsh television once again — this time as part of ITV Wales’ Coast & Country programme, which celebrates the people, places, and natural beauty of Wales. A few weeks ago, presenter Hamish and the Coast & Country crew visited…

Autumn Adventures on the Vale of Rheidol Railway   As the long summer days give way to crisp mornings and golden evenings, autumn is one of the most magical times to enjoy a steam train journey through the Rheidol Valley. The trees take on stunning shades of orange, yellow, and gold, and the softer light…

New Book Lifts the lid on ‘Collection X’ – The Secret World of Narrow Gauge Locomotives A fascinating new book from the Vale of Rheidol Railway is set to uncover one of Britain’s most enigmatic private collections and tell the story of the man behind it. ‘Narrow Gauge Enigma – The Story of Peter Rampton…

The Vale of Rheidol Railway is bringing a brand-new festive adventure to Aberystwyth this year, with the launch of ‘Ticket to Christmas’ – an enchanting indoor Christmas event set against the magical backdrop of the Vale of Rheidol Railway Museum. Essential winter track maintenance means trains won’t be running this Christmas however the Vale of…

BBC Radio 4’s flagship political discussion programme is coming to Aberystwyth on Friday 17th October 2025 The programme was first broadcast in October 1948 and visits a different part of the UK every week with a panel of four speakers who answer questions from the audience. providing people with the opportunity to challenge politicians, policy…

Steam Spectacular at the Vale of Rheidol Railway Unique BR Blue Steam Loco Returns as All Three Rheidol Tanks Star in Festival Line-Up The Vale of Rheidol Railway will stage one of its most ambitious events to date this autumn, combining historic repaints, intensive services and visiting attractions for an unmissable Steam Festival on 25th…

One of Wales’s best-loved heritage railways has received global recognition this summer, as the Vale of Rheidol Railway is officially named among the top 10 per cent of attractions worldwide in the 2025 Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards. The award is based entirely on reviews and ratings submitted by visitors over a 12-month period and recognises…

As the hot weather continues we have little choice but to operate a reduced orange timetable on from Monday 18th August to Sunday 24th August, with the 12:15 and 15:45 departures now cancelled. If you are booked on these cancelled services, we will be in touch to offer alternatives. Our Garratt locomotive No. 60 will…

We’re thrilled to launch our brand new Loyalty Card at Vale of Rheidol Railway – exclusively for residents of Ceredigion. It’s our way of giving back to the locals who support us all year round. Discounts* include:  20% off train travel (excluding special events) 10% off at Cledrau Café 10% off in our gift shop…