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Travel by train on Britain's only Rack and Pinion Railway up Snowdon, the highest mountain in England and Wales 3,560ft (1085m).
Since 1896, visitors from around the world have travelled on Snowdon Mountain Railway, enjoying Snowdon's dramatic landscape and scenery. This unique railway is one of the most popular visitor attractions in North Wales.
For more than 115 years holiday makers and day trippers have been appreciating the truly spectacular views they have experienced while claiming the ascent of Snowdon as a lifetime adventure. As the train climbs through the atmospheric landscape of Snowdon passengers can absorb themselves in the rich myth, legend and history Snowdonia has to offer.
Based on Victorian engineering Snowdon Mountain Railway is the only public rack and pinion railway in the United Kingdom and a true majestic mountain top adventure. The new 9 million Summit Visitor Centre 'Hafod Eryri' Opened in 2009.
The Majestic Mountain Adventure
Your adventure begins at Llanberis Station at the foot of the highest mountain in England and Wales. Enjoy an awe inspiring 13 minute virtual journey in our film theatre at Llanberis Station. Before you board the train on the platform you will notice the train pushes the carriage. For safety reasons the carriage is not coupled to the engine which never exceeds five miles per hour.
As the train leaves the station you pass the original shed that houses the four steam and four diesel engines. With a round trip of 2 hours 30 minutes, the journey provides ample time to see the wonders of Snowdonia.
General Information:
Cafe and snack bar
Souvenir shop
Toilets including disabled
Disabled passengers welcome (please telephone for more information on facilities)
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Opening Times
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(2011 times)
Operating Days:Weather permitting, trains run every day from March to the end of October inclusive. Clogwyn Station is the usual destination prior to Summit opening. |
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Admission Charges
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(2011 prices)
Adult Summit Return £25.00; Child Summit Return £18.00.For a full list of fares please visit Snowdon Railway website |
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Directions
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| The railway operates from Llanberis Station on the A4086. 7½ miles from Caernarfon. It is less than 15 minutes drive from the main A55/A5 junction at Bangor. |
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Snowdon Mountain Railway Postcode for SatNav: LL55 4TY |
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Nearby Attractions
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Segontium Roman Fort
(6 Miles)*
Overlooking the Menai Strait, Segontium Roman Fort dates back to circa AD77, when Caesar Julius Agricola completed the Roman conquest of Wales by capturing the Isle of Anglesey. |
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Caernarfon Castle
(6 Miles)*
King Edward I intended this castle to be a royal residence and seat of government for North Wales. The castle's symbolic status was emphasized when Edward made sure that his son, the first English Prince of Wales, was born here in 1284. |
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Plas Newydd Country House and Gardens
(7 Miles)*
Plas Newydd, the ancestral home of the Marquess of Anglesey bears witness to the turbulent history of the family; their noble beginnings during the time of Henry VIII |
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