Talyllyn Railway
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Daily 09:30 - 17:00 (Timetabled services)
Talyllyn Railway
Tywyn Wharf Station, Tywyn LL36 9EY
A historic 7.25-mile narrow-gauge line that runs from Tywyn into the heart of the Fathew Valley. Famous as the world's first preserved railway, it is a living piece of industrial history, still operated largely by dedicated volunteers using its original 19th-century steam fleet.
Railway History
World's First Preserved Railway
The Talyllyn Railway holds a unique place in history as the world's first preserved railway. Opened in 1865 to transport slate from the Bryn Eglwys quarry, it faced closure in 1950 before being saved by a dedicated group of volunteers. This act of preservation started a global phenomenon, and today the line continues to carry passengers through the beautiful Fathew Valley using its original 19th-century steam locomotives.
Technical Specifications
Talyllyn Railway
Track Gauge
686mm
Line Length
7.25miles
Opening Year
1865AD
First Preserved
Talyllyn1951
Locomotives
19thC SteamFleet
Main Station
Tywyn WharfWharf
