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Trains and railways

Explore Wales the easy way using the scenic main line railways and discover the world famous preserved heritage railways.

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Heritage railway heaven

Wales is home to some of the most famous narrow gauge and miniature gauge railways in the world.

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Spotlight on Welshpool

Enjoy countryside canal walks, modern art, historic castles and heritage railways from Welshpool.

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  • National Trust
  • Trains and railways
  • Historic places
  • Canals
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Powys
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Rain or shine - have fun on the North Wales coast

Rhyl and Prestatyn have lots to offer - beaches, sports, wildlife - and, of course, ice cream!

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  • Trains and railways
  • Wales Coast Path
  • Outdoor
North Wales
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History and heritage along the Welsh coast

Find out more about historic Wales - castles, historic homes, pirates and steam trains on our coast.

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  • Cadw
  • Trains and railways
  • Historic places
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Discover the hidden heritage of West Wales

From standing stones and ruined castles to industrial heritage, West Wales is full of hidden history.

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  • Trains and railways
  • Myths and legends
  • List
  • Outdoor
West Wales
A train in a platform and a sign for Devil's Bridge railway station.

Mid Wales: discover the past

From mountains to mines, there's a lot of industrial and social history to explore in Mid Wales.

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  • Trains and railways
  • Historic places
  • Mountains
  • Rural
Mid Wales
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Why kids will love a trip to Beddgelert

If your children enjoy paddling, train rides and underground adventures, look no further!

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  • Trains and railways
  • Family
  • Myths and legends
  • Rural
Eryri (Snowdonia) Mountains and Coast
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Enjoy North Wales' west coast by train

Experience the highlights of The Coastal Way along the incredibly scenic Cambrian Coast Railway.

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  • Cadw
  • Trains and railways
  • Wales Coast Path
North Wales
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A virtual tour of the Welsh countryside

Join us on a virtual tour of Wales, as we go from region to region via video.

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  • Cadw
  • Trains and railways
  • Historic places
  • Outdoor
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Exploring the North Wales coast by train

Our handy guide to exploring the wonders of the North Wales coast and Ynys Môn (Anglesey) by train.

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  • Trains and railways
  • Transport and travel
  • List
North Wales
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Road tripping through the Cambrian Mountains

Dafydd Wyn Morgan gives the inside scoop on what to see and do across the Cambrian Mountains.

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  • Dark Skies
  • Self led itineraries
  • Insider guide
  • Trains and railways
  • Mountains
  • Outdoor
Mid Wales
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Get more from your holiday by volunteering

Taking a holiday in Wales to work? Believe us, it’s more appealing than it sounds.

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  • Eco-friendly
  • Health and wellbeing
  • Trains and railways
  • Canals
  • Annual holidays
  • Outdoor
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Bus and train adventures on the Wales Coast Path

Vivienne Crow explores stretches of the Wales Coast Path around Cardigan Bay on foot, bus and train.

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  • Insider guide
  • Trains and railways
  • Wales Coast Path
  • Outdoor

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