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  • New generation of steam drivers qualify at Llangollen and Corwen Railway

    New generation of steam drivers qualify at Llangollen and Corwen Railway

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    Mark Lancaster

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    Two of the next generation of heritage railway volunteers have officially qualified as Steam Locomotive Drivers at the popular Llangollen and Corwen Railway following more than a decade of hard work, training and dedication. Matthew Carty, 27, from Chester, and Tim Hines, 27, from Llangollen, both achieved the prestigious qualification over the Bank Holiday weekend…

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  • Railway Launches Father’s Day Ploughman’s Pint Special

    Railway Launches Father’s Day Ploughman’s Pint Special

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    Mark Lancaster

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    The Llangollen and Corwen Railway has announced a brand-new Father’s Day experience for Sunday 21 June – combining heritage steam travel, award-winning food and a pint in the stunning surroundings of the Dee Valley. The specially created Father’s Day Ploughman’s Pint Special will run on two steam-hauled services during the day at 12.20pm and 3.15pm, with places…

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  • All Aboard for Dee Valley Volunteer Adventure

    All Aboard for Dee Valley Volunteer Adventure

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    Mark Lancaster

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    The Llangollen and Corwen Railway is inviting local people to enjoy a unique day of free train travel on Saturday, June 6, through the stunning Dee Valley while discovering the rewarding world of heritage railway volunteering. ‘Volunteer at our Stations – An Open Day on the Move’ will take place, giving visitors the opportunity to travel…

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  • Ride the Rocket Returns for Spectacular Fireworks Extravaganza

    Ride the Rocket Returns for Spectacular Fireworks Extravaganza

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    Mark Lancaster

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    A magical evening of steam, spectacle and fireworks is set to light up the Dee Valley this autumn as the Llangollen Railway launches ticket sales for its hugely anticipated “Ride the Rocket” experience on Saturday, 7 November 2026. Departing from Llangollen Railway Station at 6pm, passengers will enjoy a return steam-hauled journey to Corwen aboard…

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  • On shed at Llan

    On shed at Llan

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    Gareth Evans

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    Gareth Evans visits the Llangollen Railway’s motive power depot and learns about the latest developments with the facilities and the fleet of steam and diesel locomotives.

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  • Boris Johnson predicts “glorious future” for Llangollen Railway

    Boris Johnson predicts “glorious future” for Llangollen Railway

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    Gareth Evans

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    Prime minister Boris Johnson said in Parliament today that the Llangollen Railway (LR) has “a glorious future ahead.” It came on the same day the railway announced its Covid-19 appeal had received approximately £75,000 in share purchases and donations, helping to secure its future. Mr Johnson’s statement came after the LR’s local Westminster representative, Simon…

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  • SOS: Llangollen Railway warns it’s at risk of closure

    SOS: Llangollen Railway warns it’s at risk of closure

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    Gareth Evans

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    The Llangollen Railway (LR) has warned it is at risk of closure due to the Coronavirus crisis – unless it urgently receives donations from its supporters. Appealing to well-wishers, LR general manager Liz McGuinness said: “Forty-five years of endeavour in rebuilding the railway as a tourist attraction is under threat. Yes, the railway is closed…

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  • Llangollen heavy freight 2-8-0 sold – but will remain in Wales for now

    Llangollen heavy freight 2-8-0 sold – but will remain in Wales for now

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    Sam Hewitt

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    COLLETT ‘2884’ 2-8-0 No. 3802 has been sold by the Llangollen Railway-based Great Western 3802 Ltd, with a return to steam expected before the end of the year. The locomotive’s new owners are Nick Gilbert, owner of ‘Hall’ 4-6-0 No. 5967 Bickmarsh Hall, and Steve Andrews, who have bought it through their operating company 3802…

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  • Quiet progress has ‘Grange’ on coursefor 2020 debut

    Quiet progress has ‘Grange’ on coursefor 2020 debut

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    Sam Hewitt

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    PROGRESS on the project to construct the 81st Collett ‘Grange’ – No. 6880 Betton Grange – continues at Tyseley and Llangollen, with a view to having the 4-6-0 in traffic next year. Work on the loco at Tyseley Locomotive Works is running slightly behind the original schedule, but the rebuild of the ‘Swindon No. 1’ boiler…

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  • ‘Patriot’ No. 5551 moves to new Derbyshire home

    ‘Patriot’ No. 5551 moves to new Derbyshire home

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    Sam Hewitt

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    NEW-BUILD LMS ‘Patriot’ No. 5551 The Unknown Warrior arrived at the Midland Railway-Butterley’s Swanwick Junction on the evening of August 12, beginning the final chapter in the construction of the new Fowler 4-6-0. The Princess Royal Class Locomotive Trust has been awarded the contract to complete the assembly of No. 5551 (RM August), which is…

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