Train Rides with Guided Walks now available
We’re thrilled to begin a collaboration with local Mountain Leader Claire Goodman-Jones, offering guided walks alongside a scenic train ride! Explore the stunning landscape around the railway with Claire, uncover hidden gems, and enjoy the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation. Combine a train trip behind one of our heritage steam locomotives, and then launch…
Peter Waterman and Making Tracks return to the seaside!
Tickets for Pete Waterman’s Making Tracks at the Beach are now on sale. Following the huge success of last year’s World Record Model Railway, Pete Waterman and his talented team from Making Tracks are returning to the seaside town with their spectacular 72-foot-long Watford Junction model railway layout. This remarkable exhibit has captivated visitors across…
‘Croeso’ Day
Join Us for Our 2026 Croeso Day at the Vale of Rheidol Railway (Trade only) We’re delighted to announce our Vale of Rheidol Railway Croeso Day, taking place on Tuesday 14th April 2026 — a special open day created especially for local accommodation providers and attraction owners. Each year,…
Ticket to Christmas
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 – Any Questions
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 makers, writers, and thinkers. The panel is different each week and is broadcast LIVE on Radio 4 straight after the 8.00pm news bulletin. It’s your chance to put your question to the panel. Doors open at 6.30pm and close at 7.15pm. The programme will be broadcast live from 8-9pm. Entry is by ticket only. Please note there will be security checks on admittance to the venue. Recording and photography during the broadcast is not permitted. There will be question cards available for you to complete…
Steam Festival 2025
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…
Pete Waterman’s World Record Model Railway visiting Aberystwyth!
Tickets for Pete Waterman’s World Record Breaking Model Railway are Now On-Sale! This October half term, witness history in motion as Pete Waterman’s legendary model railway goes on public display for the very first time since securing the Guinness World Record for the Largest Portable Model Railway. From 25th October to 2nd November, the Vale…
Dyffryn’s Big Day Out Is Back!
August 14th, 27th & 28th. Dyffryn our loveable Dragon had such a fantastic time visiting families at the Vale of Rheidol Railway back in May, that he is back again for not one, but THREE days packed with family fun this August! Enjoy activities with Dyffryn in our Engine Shed at Aberystwyth Station before he…