Vale of Rheidol Railway

05/06/2026

Tickets still available for our next Rail & Trail adventure on Saturday 20th June! Book now! 🎫🥾

04/06/2026

An almost unrecognisable Capel Bangor Station during the early 1990s. The original station building was demolished in 1986, but was soon replaced with this little stone-built shelter. The shelter was in turn removed when the passing loop was reinstated in 2001. The site could not look more different today, with its new station building, yard and sheds.

Gorsaf Capel Bangor, bron yn amhosib i'w hadnabod, yn y 1990au cynnar. Cafodd yr adeilad gwreiddiol ei ddymchwel ym 1986, a'r caban carreg bychan ei godi yn fuan wedyn. Cafodd y caban ei ddymchwel yn 2001 pan ailosodwyd y lwp basio. Ni allith y safle edrych yn fwy wahanol heddiw, gyda'i adeilad gorsaf newydd, iard a siediau.

03/06/2026

It's Volunteers Week!

Here at the Vale of Rheidol Railway we have a small group of dedicated team of volunteer gardeners.

They are a little camera shy, but behind the scenes they work hard throughout the seasons to keep our stations, platforms and halts blooming.

Thank You🌷💚

02/06/2026

02/06/2026

Don't let the rain dampen your spirits, hop on board the Vale of Rheidol Railway to enjoy the sound of the rain tapping against the windows while steam drifts through the valley.

Three days of our blue timetable start today with departures from Aberystwyth to Devil's Bridge at 10:30, 12:00 and 14:00.

Catch the morning train and you will have plenty of time to explore the sights of Devil's Bridge and see the Mynach river in full flow. Don't forget your umbrella! ☔

Make the most of any day at the railway, rain or shine, with our suggested itineraries: 🔗vor.wales/itineraries

01/06/2026

What’s in Steam this week? - Ar y cledrau yr wythnos hon? 🚂

Monday 1st June: No. 9 'Prince of Wales' 10:30 and 14:00
Tuesday 2nd to Sunday 7th June: No. 8 'Llywelyn' 10:30 and 14:00
Tuesday 2nd to Thursday 4th June: No 7 'Owain Glydwr' 12:00

Did you know you can also view our locomotive roster online? https://f.mtr.cool/vljxorrtdu

(Locomotive allocations are correct at time of publication. We reserve the right to make changes subject to availability and operational requirements.)⁣

Photos by Andrew Simmonds

31/05/2026

Journey aboard our heritage steam train, followed by a guided walk through the stunning Welsh countryside during our next Rail & Trail Adventure on Saturday 20th June. 🥾

Pair a nostalgic 12‑mile steam journey from Aberystwyth to Devil’s Bridge with a professionally guided walk led by Mountain Leader Claire Goodman‑Jones, who brings the landscape to life with stories of the local landscape, wildlife and history. You'll get to enjoy 3.5 miles of peaceful rural routes before reaching the stunning mountain views over Devil's Bridge.🍃

Book your adventure now via our website 🔗 vor.wales

29/05/2026

After a busy week of Yellow Timetable days, things are cooling down at the railway and we’re back to our Orange Timetable, with two trains running daily until Tuesday 2nd June, departing Aberystwyth at 10:30 and 14:00. 🚂

Taking the morning train? Why not turn your journey into a full day out! Stay until the 15:45 return service and enjoy plenty of time to explore the famous Devil’s Bridge Waterfalls, followed by a delicious lunch at the Hafod .

Travelling on the afternoon service? You’ll have around 45 minutes to discover Devil’s Bridge - just enough time to admire the iconic Three Bridges and perhaps treat yourself to something sweet from Sarah Bunton - Award Winning Welsh Chocolatier . 🍫

Visit our ‘Plan Your Day’ webpage to explore a range of suggested itineraries, carefully designed to fit around our timetables and help you make the very most of your visit. https://f.mtr.cool/elmwahlazv

28/05/2026

🚂 Now on public display for the very first time 🚂

We are pleased to reveal that announce that Borsig engine 0-6-2T 'Sotillos' no. 7 is now on display in the Engine Shed Museum.

Originally built to work the San Miguel copper mines of Southern Spain, this engine was later purchased by our late chairman Peter Rampton in 1969, following the closure of the mine. It is the largest, heaviest and most expensive locomotive acquired from Sabero.

This is the first time this remarkable locomotive has ever been exhibited for the public to see, offering visitors a rare opportunity to get up close to a truly unique piece of railway history.

Be sure to visit the museum and see Sotillis for yourself on your next trip to the Vale of Rheidol Railway. Don't forget entry to the museum is FREE to all visitors!

27/05/2026

It's full steam ahead for another sunny day at the Vale of Rheidol ☀️🚂

Today is the first outing for no.60 'Drakensberg' which is hauling the 10.30 and 14.00 departures.