The Cambrian Railway Lines

07/09/2026

In this Nation.Cymru article, Transport for Wales Trafnidiaeth Cymru writer in residence, Jon Gower, takes a walk from Minffordd railway station to explore the extraordinarily beautiful village of Portmeirion.

Gower delves into the work of visionary architect Clough Williams-Ellis, who created a "home for fallen buildings" by reassembling salvaged architectural pieces into a colourful, jig-saw vision. The article highlights Williams-Ellis's ambition to show that a beautiful place could be developed and enhanced without defiling it, utilising a fun, "light opera" approach to his designs.

During his visit, Gower speaks with locals about the village's theatrical atmosphere, notes its strong marine theme complete with salvaged mermaid railings, and points out its literary history as the place where Noel Coward wrote his hit play, Blithe Spirit.

🔗 Read the full article in the link below 👇

📸 © Hawlfraint y Goron / © Crown Copyright (2025) Cymru Wales

04/09/2026

Welshpool is THE place to be this weekend!

As part of Cadw's Open Doors festival, Visit Welshpool have teamed up with its partners to bring you a series FREE events

🚂 Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway will be hosting talks on the history of the line and the engines in the Display Shed, as well as guide-led walking tours of the old town section of the line

🏰 Powis Castle and Garden NT/YG Castell a Gardd Powis will offer free entry to the garden, Clive Museum and Ballroom.

🧑‍⚖️ Explore the Assembly Chamber, Court Room and cells, Council Chamber and Judges Retiring Room of Welshpool Town Hall.

📚 Y Lanfa Library and Museum will be open for visitors on Saturday and Sunday.

Timings and booking requirements can be found in the link below ⬇️ 🔗

📸 © Visit Welshpool

03/09/2026

It's Catch the Bus Month 🚌 and TrawsCymru are celebrating with some exclusive offers available throughout September:

🌟 2 for 1 off entry at Cadw Caernarfon Castle and Criccieth Castle with your TrawsCymru T2 bus ticket

🌟 50% off your first app ticket

🔗 Learn more about these exclusive offers and more, places to visit and the benefits of bus travel below 👇

📸 © TrawsCymru | Transport for Wales Trafnidiaeth Cymru

02/09/2026

📣 JUST 7 DAYS LEFT TO APPLY for the Cambrian Community Fund

The Cambrian Community Fund is a small grants programme offering awards of between £200 and £1,000 to local groups within a six mile radius of a Cambrian Line railway station.

Supported by Transport for Wales Trafnidiaeth Cymru, the Cambrian Community Fund offers financial support for projects that enhance shared community spaces, promote wellbeing, strengthen a sense of place and contribute to community development.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Wednesday 9th September 2026 at 1pm.

Apply now in the link below ⬇️

01/09/2026

✨ Spotlight Rail Awards Cymru | Railway 200 Wales and Borders Programme ✨

Congratulations to Transport for Wales Trafnidiaeth Cymru for being shortlisted in the 'Acting as One Team' category in this year's Spotlight Rail Awards Cymru.

The Railway200 Wales and Borders Programme saw:

➡️ Over 90 events and activities delivered across the region
➡️ Involvement from 100 partners across the rail industry, education providers, communities and supporting organisations
➡️ 3000+ hours of volunteer time given

We are very proud to have to contributed to the programme through our Railway 200 Community Grant Fund. Supported by the Transport for Wales Challenge Fund, 16 organisations were awarded up to £500 for projects that supported creative and community-led activities that marked this historic milestone and strengthened local connections.

Collaborating with a number of organisations, our activities shared the past, present and future stories of our railways and its people, reflecting our shared heritage and legacy of Wales and Borders.

31/08/2026

Another great festival to look forward to in September.

31/08/2026

Less than 2 weeks to go now. Are you taking part in the Barmouth Walking Festival 🥾

Time to start polishing those boots! Just two weeks to go before we’re setting off on our first walks.

Remaining availability for Saturday, September 12:

Walk 2 - Grade B+ Dolgellau to Barmouth below Cadair Ridge (10 miles) - just one place left
Walk 3 - Grade C+ Up Above Barmouth Rock (6 miles) - good availability

The first day’s A walk is sold out.

Walks cost just £7 and you can book via our website.

31/08/2026

Calling all Ceredigion residents 📣

Half price Ceredigion resident discount starts tomorrow! ✨ Mae ein gostyngiad hanner pris i breswylwyr Ceredigion yn dechrau yfory!

At the Vale of Rheidol Railway, we’re proud to be part of the Ceredigion community and this year, we’re saying thank you in a very special way once again.

Throughout September 2026, residents of Ceredigion can enjoy 50% off Adult Standard Class Return tickets, making it the perfect opportunity to rediscover one of Wales’ most iconic railway journeys, right on your doorstep. 🏠

Whether it’s been years since your last visit or you pass us regularly and keep meaning to hop on board, this is your moment. Travel through the stunning Rheidol Valley, from the coast at Aberystwyth to the dramatic waterfalls at Devil’s Bridge, all behind one of our historic steam locomotives. 🚂

Taking advantage of the offer is simple:
Enter code CEREDIGION at checkout when booking online
Bring proof of your Ceredigion address when collecting your tickets, or to purchase at the booking office

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27/08/2026

🚂 Don't miss this annual event this weekend!

The Corris Railway will be hosting their annual Model Railway Exhibition at Y Plas Machynlleth this Saturday and Sunday. Spend a few enjoyable hours looking at the model railway displays / layouts in various gauges and purchase that special item for your layout.

There'll be something for all the family to enjoy:

🎨 Trade & Craft Stands
📚 Railway related items and books for sale
☕ Refreshments / light snacks

Don’t forget, the Corris Railway will also be running their steam train rides along the Dulas Valley.

26/08/2026

📣 There's just 2 weeks left to apply for our Cambrian Community Fund.

Eligible organisations can apply for up to £1,000 to support projects that enhance shared community spaces, promote wellbeing, strengthen a sense of place and contribute to community development.

To see if you're eligible and to see examples of the types of projects you could undertake visit the link in comments ⬇️