New Year Lights of the Valley Train

Carmarthen

Gwili Railway

Available until 31 December 2025

Enjoy the delights of a steam train in bright, colourful lights in December

Expect to see vintage steam trains adorned with sparkling neon lights as it steams through South West Wales!

  • Steam Through the Season in Style: Ride a vintage steam train decked out in dazzling lights for a December journey like no other.
  • Neon-Lit Nostalgia: Watch the train sparkle through South West Wales, wrapped in vibrant colours and festive flair.
  • Picture-Perfect Moments: Capture magical memories with plenty of chances for photos and social media-worthy shots.
  • Onboard Bar Service: Sip and savour a selection of real ales, premium lagers, ciders, wines, spirits, and soft drinks, all served at your seat.

Step on-board for a magical journey filled with lots of opportunities for photographs and social media posts.

Requested by popular demand, we will be running two trains each day at 16:00 and 18:00.

We will be offering a full bar service on the train throughout your journey with real ales, premium lagers & ciders, wines, spirits and soft drinks available for you to enjoy at your seat.

Please arrive no less than 30 minutes before your booked departure time.

Important information:

  • Dates & Times are as follows:
    December 29th – 16:00pm and 18:00pm
    December 30th – 16:00pm and 18:00pm
  • Please arrive no less than 30 minutes before your booked departure time.
  • Please note that only guide/assistance dogs are permitted on this trip.
Location

Gwili Railway

Abergwili Junction Station,
Abergwili,
Carmarthen,
SA31 2DG
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How to find us

By car: 

  • From Swansea: Follow the M4 and A48 to Carmarthen. On approaching Carmarthen, join the A40 at the Pensarn roundabout at the third exit. From here, follow the A40 until you reach the second roundabout signed A485/Steam Railway. Turn left and the car park is on the left after 100 yards.
  • From further West: Follow the A40, until you reach the second roundabout signed A485/Steam Railway. Turn left and the car park is on the left after 100 yards.

By train: 

Regular trains are operated to Carmarthen from Cardiff, Swansea, Tenby, and Haverfordwest by Transport for Wales.

Please note that Abergwili Junction station is currently only accessible by road so anyone arriving by public transport will need to use a taxi from central Carmarthen. 

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Are dogs allowed on the Gwili Railway?

Please note that dogs are not permitted on these trips, with the exception of guide and assistance dogs. 

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