If you have even a passing interest in heritage railways or amazing scenery this is a fine way to enjoy them. The line has now been extended to cross the river Afon Glaslyn into the breathtaking Aberglaslyn Pass, by far the most impressive railway route I have ever travelled on. Although not the cheapest heritage line in the country, with... more

When driving from Aberystwyth to Bangor the scenery through Snowdonia was so fantastic we decided to go on the train ride from Caernarfon to Beddgelert (a beautiful little village) it was raining during the ride and the area still looked beautiful. http://www.welshhighlandrailway.net/index.asp more

Imagine a British railway where the trains run on time, the conductors are friendly and courteous and efficient, the drivers are proud and the engines trundled majestically through the countryside. Of course you'll never find that on the regular network, but that's just how this lovely steam line is. Our train-mad kids loved the journey pulled by a genuine old... more