Sunsetter Railway Journey - Gold Ticket

at Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways
Porthmadog Available from Wed 22 Jul to Thu 27 Aug

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Book Sunsetter Gold Tickets & enjoy a golden-hour railway journey with added luxury

Step aboard The Sunsetter Gold Class experience for a relaxed early-evening journey on the Welsh Highland Railway, travelling from Porthmadog Harbour Station to Hafod y Llyn and back.

  • Enjoy a return Gold Class journey from Porthmadog Harbour Station to Hafod y Llyn
  • Travel across the Glaslyn Estuary during the golden hour
  • Take in views of Eryri / Snowdonia National Park from beautifully appointed heritage carriages
  • Receive a complimentary cocktail and nibbles onboard
  • Relax with attentive at-seat steward service throughout your journey
  • Enjoy an exclusive 10% discount on evening meals at Spooner's Restaurant

Sunsetter Gold Ticket details

  • Duration: Approx. 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Departure: 17:15 from Porthmadog Harbour Station
  • Return: Approx. 18:25
  • Route: Porthmadog Harbour Station to Hafod y Llyn and return
  • Distance: 10 mile return journey
  • Gold Ticket Includes: Gold Class seating, complimentary cocktail, nibbles and steward service

See North Wales glow from the comfort of Gold Class

The Sunsetter is timed to make the most of the golden hour, crossing the Glaslyn Estuary as evening light shimmers across the water and the mountains of Eryri rise on the horizon.

Travelling along the southern section of the Welsh Highland Railway, this scenic return journey offers a unique way to experience heritage railway travel while enjoying extra comfort and hospitality.

At Hafod y Llyn the locomotive changes ends before beginning the return journey to Porthmadog Harbour Station.

Upgrade your evening with Gold Class hospitality

Gold Class guests are welcomed onboard with a complimentary cocktail and nibbles, served by dedicated onboard stewards throughout the journey.

After your journey, continue the evening at Spooner's Restaurant and enjoy 10% off your meal on the day of travel when presenting a valid Sunsetter ticket.

Book Sunsetter Gold Tickets today and enjoy one of the most scenic and relaxing evening train journeys in North Wales.

Location

Porthmadog Harbour Station

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

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
  • Toilet
  • 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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