2009 Special Events

If you would like to experience something different on the Welshpool and Llanfair Light Railway then please read on.

We shall be operating our replica Pickering carriages on an extra train on 27 & 28 June, 18 & 19 July and 8 & 9 August 2009.  Leaving Llanfair Caereinion at 11.30, this train is scheduled to be hauled by GWR No. 823 'Countess' (subject to availability).  Ordinary fares apply on these trains.  See timetable page for more details.

Our Annual Steam Gala (4, 5 & 6 September) is a special weekend for the railway enthusiast, with all of our working engines in steam.  Our most intensive service of the year will operate over the Saturday and Sunday, with sales stands and extra attractions to help pass the time.  The Saturday and Sunday also coincides with a "Garden Railways" exhibition nearby.  The Preview and Preparation day is on Friday 4th September, with some extra trains in operation and a chance to observe the various activities required before the main event.

For the children, the ideal way to end the year is a visit from Santa.  He and his helpers will be on hand to bring the year to a happy conclusion.  Santa trains will operate on 12, 13, 19 and 20 December 2009.  Ideal for adults too!

Details of all of these events will be added as they become available.

Countess and Mixed Train at one of our Annual Steam Gala night photography sessions.  Photo:  Mike Lister