The Llanberis Lake Railway
Llanberis, Gwynedd · ★ 4.4 · 3,951 visitor reviews
Llanberis, LL55 4TY
About
The Llanberis Lake Railway is a narrow gauge return journey around the edge of Lake Padarn, pulled by vintage steam engines retrieved (and reconditioned) from Dinorwic slate quarries. The 5 mile journey (not including stops) will be around 60 minutes, so generally even younger kids can go the distance and enjoy the day. You'll pass the Dolbadarn Castle and the Twin Lakes, plus it runs through Padarn Country Park and offers outstanding views of Snowdon.
Fairy-tale fare for kids who can sit still! The journey stops at Cei Llydan picnic spot and again at The Slate Museum at Gilfach Ddu, where you can either look around the museum or watch the driver putting water into the engine and stoking the fire, depending on your family level of Trainspotter! The gift shop and cafe are also here so you may want to split forces if you're in need of coffee.
There is wheelchair access available on the ride but spaces for this are limited so book ahead in this instance. There are loos but they're not on site, they're next door at the edge of the Country Park, but they do include a disabled access toilet as well. ) including boat trips and rowing boat hire on the main lake.
So there are loads of ways to extend your day without having to travel much further afield.
Good for: all ages, babies toddlers, older children, teenagers, young children
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Facilities
- Toilets
- Cafe
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Card Payments
- Accessible Parking
- Accessible Entrance
- Contactless Payment
Prices
Opening times
Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Common questions
What is The Llanberis Lake Railway?
A narrow gauge heritage railway around Lake Padarn pulled by vintage steam engines from the Dinorwic slate quarries.
Is the Llanberis Lake Railway suitable for young children?
Yes, the railway welcomes all ages from babies and toddlers to teenagers. The 60-minute journey suits even younger children.
What are the opening hours for the railway?
Open Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Saturday and Sunday 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Does the Llanberis Lake Railway have facilities?
Yes, there is accessible parking, a café, toilets, accessible entrance, and wheelchair access with advance booking.
What can families see on the journey?
Pass Dolbadarn Castle, enjoy views of Snowdon, and stop at the Slate Museum. Card and contactless payments accepted.
What families say
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