Santa's Grotto & The Elf Express Train Trip from Porthmadog

at Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways
Porthmadog Available from Sat 6 Dec to Tue 23 Dec

Free gift for children from Santa - included in ticket price

Adult Grotto tickets from just £1!

Meet Santa at the Magical Carriage Grotto in Porthmadog

Santa's elves have been working very hard to transform one of the carriages at the Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railway into a magical Christmas grotto! Prepare to be amazed as you step inside and meet Santa himself. 

You'll also have the opportunity to hop on board the Elf Express Shuttle Train that runs between Porthmadog to Minffordd. 

  • Santa's Grotto: Choose a 10 minute timeslot during which you would like to visit Santa. Arrive at the Station anytime before to soak up the Christmas atmosphere and enjoy the other things to see and do, for example, footplate rides, The Christmas Shop or seasonal treats from the Café.
  • The Elf Express: Trains run between 10:00am and 16:00pm. No need to book a specific time for a trip. Just hop on the next train going, either before or after seeing Santa in his Grotto.

Step on board and enjoy a fun-filled journey across the Cob this festive season. Yule love it!

Don't miss out on festive fun at Porthmadog Station this Christmas. Book your tickets today for the very best prices online and have them delivered to you instantly via email and SMS. 

Location

Porthmadog Harbour Station

Festiniog Railway Co,
Harbour Station,
Porthmadog,
LL49 9NF
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How to find us

Porthmadog Harbour Station:

  • Address: Porthmadog Harbour Station, Festiniog Railway Co., Harbour Station, Porthmadog, LL49 9NF

Parking at Porthmadog Harbour Station is reserved for passengers with a Blue Badge. Car parking for other passengers is available free of charge in the fenced area at the top end of the nearby Llyn Bach car park, a short walk away from Porthmadog Harbour Station.

Facilities
  • Toilets
  • Cafés at stations
More Info
Are the Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways wheelchair-accessible?

Most of the railway's historic carriages are accessible. They use modern comfortable carriages with seating at tables and many have space available for customers with mobility impairments, which includes wheelchair spaces. 

A step and wheelchair ramp are carried on all normal trains and these are available to help you access the trains, please ask a member of staff. 

As space for wheelchairs is limited, we strongly recommend contacting the Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways (01766516024) after you have booked your tickets to reserve your wheelchair space. 

Please note that Boston Lodge tours are not wheelchair-accessible. 

Are there toilets on Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railway trains?

There is a small toilet compartment on most trains, which is regrettably not accessible to wheelchairs. This toilet is seen as being for emergency use only as the facilities at the stations are far superior. 

Certain special services operate entirely with vintage carriages and at this stage, they are not suitable for customers who need to remain in their wheelchairs, and have no toilet facilities.

Are the Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways suitable for dogs?

Yes, dogs are welcome on board. This includes all assistance dogs, who are welcome in all carriages and station buildings. 

In some First Class services, only assistant dogs are allowed. Please check the page for information before booking. 

Please note that dogs are not permitted on-site at Boston Lodge. 

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