Llanberis Lake Railway

A drivers eye view of the charming and beautiful Llanberis Lake Railway. Travel with us over the entire route on this narrow gauge railway in North Wales. There is lots to see including the coupling and uncoupling as our driver runs round the train to change direction. High definition video and sound add to the atmosphere.

[@grahamclarke1934]

Thank you for showing this old steam railway and all the work you put in to the video.

[@doncoffey5820]

My pleasure Graham, thank you.

[@rodhard688]

I will bet some nice fish pulled out of that deep lake. Thanks for another great ride!

[@doncoffey5820]

I bet. There were plenty at it. The connecting river was crystal clear.

[@silvanski]

Charming little railway and splendid scenery.

[@doncoffey5820]

It is for sure. Thanks for watching.

[@piearm1271]

Another excellent film many thanks. Stayed in Llanberis when I visited Snowdonia. Never had time for this little gem sadly. Climbed Mount Snowdon on a glorious day

[@doncoffey5820]

Very brave climbing up there! Thanks for watching.

[@geoffkeeler5106]

Superb, splendid little steam locomotive, could watch plenty of this. Thanks Don!

[@doncoffey5820]

Lovely little line isn’t it Geoff.

[@ramonwilliams5721]

Great video,good to see that Don Coffey name up again, Seasons greetings to you and yours.🚂🚂

[@doncoffey5820]

That’s very kind and it’s good to hear from you Ramon! All the best to you too.

[@jadawin01]

It's great to see a piece of Welsh history preserved in a way that everyone can enjoy it.

[@doncoffey5820]

Yes it’s lovely for sure. Thanks for watching.

[@christianwall7181]

Thank you for such an excellent video. Brings back happy memories of my last visit 40 years ago(!) I definitely have to get back there.

[@doncoffey5820]

Glad you enjoyed it Christian.

[@kaliprasadchinam236]

Don, I have watched all your videos. Your research is very good and the amount of information you give out, you are a great teacher. In my books, you are Sir Don Coffey.

[@doncoffey5820]

Well thats very much appreciated Kali, thank you my friend.

[@exileinderby51]

I love trains, any size of train and this narrow gauge line is a breath of fresh air in these uncertain times. I hope you enjoyed your visit and thanks for sharing it with us.

[@doncoffey5820]

Thank you, much appreciated.

[@acleray]

Great video Don. Good to see a narrow gauge railway in use 😀 -It looks as though it has been well looked after.

[@doncoffey5820]

Mr Griffiths, as I live and breathe! Good to hear from you Ray. Yes it’s a wonderful little railway, a real credit to them. All the best for Christmas and New Year.

[@PaulinesPastimes]

Nice to see you back. Very enjoyable video too. Cheers

[@doncoffey5820]

That’s very much appreciated. Thank you.

[@clareburdett5229]

So glad you enjoyed your day in snowdonia I am proud to say that my late father a.l porter started the whole thing up he came from leigh on sea essex but loved Wales and my mother was welsh and we had family in snowdonia

[@doncoffey5820]

Thanks Clare, that’s interesting and testament to your family efforts.

[@frankdent6397]

Great day trip combining the natural beauty of Snowdonia, the heritage of the Industrial revolution and the magic of steam. Thanks Don.

[@doncoffey5820]

Glad you enjoyed it Frank.

[@Tiffy552]

Thanks Don, what a smashing little line. Must visit when conditions allow.

[@doncoffey5820]

Yeah, they’ve closed early for the winter due to current conditions but maybe things will get better for next season.

[@philipalldred5038]

Thanks Don very enjoyable brings back happy memories

[@doncoffey5820]

Eyup Phil. Hope all is well with you and as always, a pleasure to chat.

[@keithalexander3386]

Absolutely brilliant journey. Now I can plan a visit with my friend from South Carolina who loves all UK railways. Roll on Summer 2021.

[@doncoffey5820]

Let me know if you come Keith. If I’m around I’ll say hello.

[@paulbrown7060]

Wow this is a very well put together informative video on a lovely subject and surroundings.

[@doncoffey5820]

Much appreciated Paul.

[@peterbattey8263]

Thanks Don for a great informative video, beautiful scenery on a beautiful day on a wonderful little railway. Just the thing to watch on a cold miserable winters day. Thanks again and most important stay safe.

[@doncoffey5820]

Same to you Peter, thank you.

[@davidwinkle4168]

A well informed and neatly compiled video. I have been on this railway twice now and both times it rained! Nice to see it in the sunshine. Thanks Don!

[@doncoffey5820]

Glad you enjoyed it. Most of my experience in Wales is wet!!!

[@johnemsden735]

Don wonderful video lovely railway in a beautiful setting brought back happy memory's from when i last travelled on it

[@doncoffey5820]

I found it tranquil along the lake. So many seemed to be enjoying it in so many ways. Glad it brought back memories for you John.

[@sunscream4525]

Beautiful video. I've not been to Wales in nearly twenty years and it makes me want to go back again. Thank you.

[@doncoffey5820]

Go and say hello to them if you get chance, they’re all really friendly.

[@garysykes3948]

Informative and beautifully shot as always. Thanks Don 👍

[@doncoffey5820]

That’s very kind Gary, much appreciated.

[@trainmanbob]

Thanks Don. Years since I've been back home and it won't happen now sadly Lovely video. Stay safe, stay well Cheers, Bob

[@doncoffey5820]

Best wishes Bob.

[@ChapelEndJunctionUK]

The grandchildren love it there , I do too . Great place to visit .

[@doncoffey5820]

I enjoyed more than I thought I would Peter. A brief relief from lockdown.

[@44662dc]

Lovely little Railway Don been there myself. Great line info as always. Many thanks

[@doncoffey5820]

Lovely isn’t it Denis.

[@JorgeHernanArcilaA]

Very nice train and the route of the Llanberis Lake Railway, good video. 53:05.

[@doncoffey5820]

Thank you very much Jorge 👍

[@miketintinsmith9775]

Well thats brightened up a manky day in Gloucestershire! Thanks so much for the video, brings back memories and must go again!

[@doncoffey5820]

Quite a lot said that. I will go again one day.

[@HenrysAdventures]

Brilliant video! Really enjoyed this one! Made a change from the main lines! Merry Christmas and keep up the great work!

[@doncoffey5820]

Thanks Henry, same to you buddy.

[@brucewilliams8714]

So, this is how you spend your time-out, visiting heritage railways. I'm so glad you do. This was terrific. What a beautiful hiking path beside the lake.

[@doncoffey5820]

Well not normally but this one was on the doorstep and it looked lovely. I couldn’t resist asking if filming was possible and they were very accommodating. Lovely people.

[@TheBritInHungary]

Lovely! Brings back lots of happy memories of times in Snowdonia with my doggies. Thanks!

[@doncoffey5820]

Blimey, keep them away from the train, I’d hate your dog to run away like the one in the film. By the way, I loved Budapest.

[@Bigbro28]

An enjoyable and informative video. This one was a pleasure to watch. 🐨🇦🇺

[@doncoffey5820]

Thanks Martin, glad you enjoyed it.

[@rydermike33]

Great video Don, thanks very much. It's been many years since I rode on this lovely little railway and your film brought back some nice memories. Thanks again, as always.

[@doncoffey5820]

My pleasure Mike, glad you enjoyed it.

[@eddys.3524]

A lovely trip, Don! Thanks for the video.

[@doncoffey5820]

My pleasure Eddy.

[@andyguy0610]

Don, thank you ( and the railway staff) for taking the time to make this great video. This railway has been added to the " To Visit" list when all the crazyness is finished. :-)

[@doncoffey5820]

I’m sure you’ll enjoy it and be sure to say hello. Emlyn is the manager and Andy and Hefin are drivers - they’ll be around.

[@Johnny16781]

Hi Don Thank you for another great video, Well done ,Great to see you back mate

[@doncoffey5820]

That much appreciated Johnny, thanks mate.

[@enyab.6939]

Gwych🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿😊🌺❤️ Absolutely beautiful! Thank you so much for sharing this experience with us!

[@doncoffey5820]

Glad you liked it Anna.

[@captainjamesmartin]

Superb video, thank you for uploading

[@doncoffey5820]

My pleasure James, glad you enjoyed it James.

[@macfin7120]

Thanks Don, what a fascinating video and a poignant reminder of my last holiday with my wife. The staff were so friendly and helpful in handling her wheelchair and treating her like a VIP. The railway and the Slate Museum make a perfect day out.

[@doncoffey5820]

If you are saying what I think you are saying, I’m very sorry to hear it. My wife came with me when I was filming this trip and I can’t imagine life without her. Very best wishes to you and thanks for watching.

[@johnhopkinson695]

Most enjoyable. Thanks Don.

[@doncoffey5820]

Mr Hopkinson, how nice to hear from you. I’ll be bringing a few more videos before I throw the towel in. All the best John.

[@Pettsy68]

Don great video, changed somewhat since I visited in the early 90's, must visit again.

[@doncoffey5820]

Yes, be sure to say you watched the video.

[@jontaylor1652]

Wow, I never even knew this place existed. It's beautiful.

[@doncoffey5820]

It is Jon, glad you liked it.

[@Pjs75]

That was lovely. - slow TV of the best kind. Hopefully the scourge of 2020 will be controlled eventually, so that such outdoor activities can become fully functional again. Attracting sufficient support to underwrite the efforts of volunteers and enthusiasts without whom it all would be lost. Thanks Don for sharing.

[@doncoffey5820]

Absolutely Peter. Thanks and regards.

[@headshunt2085]

What a pleasure to enjoy another Don Coffey original. Excellent image quality, sympathetic editing and your trademark informative captioning. Made my day!

[@doncoffey5820]

I consider that an accolade, thank you.

[@Sowerbylads]

Thank you for another fabulous video Don, certainly on my visit list in 2021 🤞

[@doncoffey5820]

I can assure you, you’ll like it John.

[@30041946]

First class - thank you.

[@doncoffey5820]

Thank you Roger, much appreciated.

[@MattyEngland]

Something very pleasing about a nice piece of slate.

[@doncoffey5820]

I won’t disagree with that.

[@greatbritishentertainmentl5636]

Well done Don filming this on your own with the aid of remote fixed cameras plus excellent trackside information on such a beautiful filming day!

[@doncoffey5820]

Hello GBE, good to hear from you. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@davidyuill5808]

Excellent and completely different. Hard to imagine it was once mainline

[@doncoffey5820]

It was always narrow gauge David but it did link with the main line at Port Dinorwic.

[@keithturner3668]

That was very interesting, it brought back memories of 1963 when my mate and I took a rowing boat out on the lake during our holiday. Thank you

[@doncoffey5820]

Yes, I can relate to that myself. I used to be quite fond of rowing.

[@stephenrice4554]

That was marvellous, as much care with your main line did you take with the llanberis . Beautiful line , nice bit with the spring points , had one on the down local at Farnborough under monks bridge , only needed basic service . A pleasure to watch . 👍🇬🇧

[@doncoffey5820]

Thanks Stephen. I always that video would do well but surprisingly it isn’t a high number one. It’s nowhere near as popular as I expected it to be. It’s lovely footage in a lovely location.

[@stephenrice4554]

@@doncoffey5820 to be honest I thought it was one of the best , I've been to the slate mine after being inspired by Fred Dibnah of blessed memory . And your film did it justice . 👍🇬🇧

[@BirdLopers]

thanks so much Don, just got the opportunity to watch (replayed chat) bloody hot here (40+C) so very nice to have a pleasant distraction ;D take care all

[@doncoffey5820]

You could send us some heat it’s miserable here!

[@chaz1550]

Diolch yn fawr Don for this lovely video. Informative as ever. Many memories of this lovely part of the world. Chaz

[@doncoffey5820]

Well my pleasure Mr Lloyd. That video has never done as well as I expected it to. I’m not sure what the reason is???

[@vasilicastoica416]

Extraordinar de frumos (United King Dom)😃😃😃😃🚂🚂🚂🚂🚂felicitări 👏👏👏👏👏

[@doncoffey5820]

Hi Vasillica. I’d love to respond but I can’t cut and paste into Google translate until I can get back to my computer. Best wishes my friend.

[@1960imp]

Excellent video, thank you. A place to visit in our motorhome once the current crisis is over.

[@doncoffey5820]

It’s lovely Ian. Say hello to Emlyn Pritchard who is the manager there and tell him you watched the video. He’s very nice to talk to.

[@stephent1117]

Great video as always Don. Keep well and stay safe.

[@doncoffey5820]

You too Stephen.

[@1903bretep]

Don: that was brilliant, many thanks, a reminder of happy holidays spent right there pre lockdown !

[@doncoffey5820]

It seems to have brought back memories for lots of people. The same for that North Wales Coast video which I’m hoping can come back soon.

[@richardditchburn3853]

Wonderful video. I first visited this little railway (correction Narrow Gauge railway) when I was 15, on a Youth Hosteling trip to North Wales. That was back in 1967, so many years ago. Little has changed and it is good to see that these snippets of bygone days are still with us. Don, your videos are great. I see them on a 4HD screen, and the definition and colours picked up by your cameras are amazing. I really enjoy these trips to a country which I left so long ago. I now live in Canada but grew up on the LNER main line in Thirsk, 12 mins north of York at 125 mph.

[@doncoffey5820]

You’ll have seen the videos covering Newcastle and Middlesbrough no doubt 👍. Getting the footage to an acceptable standard has been a long process. You’ll notice the early attempts were very wide angle and often drab colours. I established that GoPros handles the motion best but it’s only the later models that give a more natural perspective and vivid colour so they’ve evolved with me. I’ve now got three cameras (two out with Freightliner) and we are getting good footage. My mate Vinny at Freightliner is now expert at filming and goes to the same trouble of keeping glass clean and the cameras mounted properly etc so it’s all come good. Transport for Wales and Metrolink did their own filming with my cameras and you’ll see it’s pretty good even on a large screen. I can’t really go to 4k because on these long films the file size is immense and as you say it is acceptable enough. All the best Richard 👍

[@davidowen5295]

Very nice video Don, Im from North Wales but never been here, its so beautiful, must visit

[@doncoffey5820]

All I can say is they make you very welcome.

[@wombatperson]

This video is an utterly-beautiful piece of work, about a lovely little railway, set in spectacular scenery. It looks fantastic, is very informative and a delight to watch. Great colour and sound, too. The supporting photos and diagrams are very helpful. Thank you to Don (and the doggies).

[@doncoffey5820]

It’s always good to hear from you Peter. Yes, it was a lovely set up and I’m really pleased with how it came out given that I had hardly any gear with me. There’s no USBs in those little engines so lucky I had a power pack and one camera. The other is still out with TfW. All the best and I’ll be posting a few more videos soon.

[@winders128]

Lovely video, as always. We used to visit the railway regularly when I was stationed at RAF Valley, on Anglesey. It's changed quite a lot since the 1980s.

[@doncoffey5820]

Yes it is David. By the way I’m hoping to put the North Wales Coast video back real soon which of course goes right by Valley.

[@happy2ramble]

Welcome back Don 👍🏻 What a wonderful journey. Many thanks 🙂 Up until this year I used to organise trips with a transport/industrial theme for the local branch of U3A (University of the Third Age) and the railway and slate museum were on my 'to do' list, having visited The Electric Mountain and gone up Snowdon by train with the group. Happy days.

[@doncoffey5820]

Well I’m sure they’ll enjoy it so try to get it back on the agenda for 2021.

[@NikEastwood161]

excellent video Don, been there myself back in around 2008 on an equally sunny day, we also did the power station tour as well on the same day.

[@doncoffey5820]

I would have loved the power station but it was closed due to covid.

[@daveheath6385]

Don, regardless of the track gauge, your videos are always un-matchable. Love them all from 4,000 miles away in Alberta, Canada.

[@doncoffey5820]

That’s very much appreciated Dave. Hope all is well over there.

[@iansuehooper7542]

A most enjoyable video Don, covering a magical part of the country. The steam engine is fascinating and so well run. Again, the info and the history of the area is so very interesting. I(Ian) am learning so much of areas of the UK that I will not be able to visit. So,thank you so much Don for all your time and effort in putting these videos together.

[@doncoffey5820]

I’m only glad you’ve found the channel Ian. More coming soon 👍

[@SDMSAUDI]

Don, that's so delightful and thank you. I visited a few years ago, mainly to go up Snowdon but saw the signs for Electric Mountain, as they call it and it's really interesting although closed at present so if anyone reads this I'd recommend it. I also didn't realise, although closed due covid at the moment, that Drax do tours. Have a great Xmas, Mike

[@doncoffey5820]

Thanks Mike. I fancied a look at that power station but it wasn’t to be. You never know though, our mate Lee at DB Cargo might film the run round Drax for us if I send him a camera 😉

[@johnwestwood2754]

A beautifully crafted video. Thank you, Don. Reminder of our own ride many years ago. Apparently the Padarn Railway to Port Dinorwic was laid to a guage of 3feet when it was first built.

[@doncoffey5820]

Was it three or four foot? There are remnants of it at Cei Llydan.

[@tranmere292]

Thanks for that visit to a beautiful little railway - a bit different from you usual offering! Good to see the power cables were buried, as they can be a real eyesore. I have fond memories of North Wales as my grandparents lived in Barmouth in the 1950s, but my only train rides in the area were the full sized versions, on the long-gone line from Barmouth to Dolgelley.

[@doncoffey5820]

It’s such a shame it’s all gone David. We can only reminisce about out wonderful railways.

[@philipalldred5038]

Hi Don, had a holiday up there in the early 90s very interesting part of the country, bought a few items from the shop at the museum shop very enjoyable day out .

[@doncoffey5820]

We really enjoyed it too Phillip. We could have done more without the virus restrictions.

[@tangowhisky14]

COVID-19 permitting this is a must for next year. Wonderful video many thanks.🚂

[@doncoffey5820]

Oh yes, well worth a visit. Go and say Hello to Emlyn, who manages it and you’ll probably see Andy or Hefin who drive them.

[@mikerobson3328]

excellent footage Don fantastic part of the country hope ya well n a very merry xmas n a great new year to you n family cheers

[@doncoffey5820]

Same to you Mike, thanks.

[@Justbehelpful]

Wonderful thanks

[@paul197290]

A place I'm very familiar with but never been on the railway. Lots of interesting information and history. Could you do the Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch railway Inna future video please Don. A fantastic railway to travel on and also a lot of history associated with it too. Went on it over 2 years ago so it would be nice to see the railway from a camera perspective. Stay safe, be well and have an amazing Christmas. Paul.

[@doncoffey5820]

I can’t promise that Paul but I might get the Welsh Mountain Railway and definitely the Ecclesbourne Valley Railway.

[@minusjos]

this is different but very enjoyable and greatly appreciated, as ever. thanks for doing what you do, your videos are great.

[@doncoffey5820]

More soon, keep safe 👍

[@rumblefish2536]

Hi Don This is absolutely stunning in high def. Just what was needed on a miserable, cold day in Wigan. Brought back happy memories of family holidays from years ago.Glad to see you're still keeping your eye in! Thanks also for the archive footage - I had always wondered how freight got 'across town'. Have a great Christmas. All the best. Andy

[@doncoffey5820]

Glad you enjoyed them Andy. I will be bringing some more videos but perhaps not as frequently as before. I’m also glad you’ve got the kit to appreciate the newer stuff to its full extent.

[@timstrainvideos142]

excellent video!

[@doncoffey5820]

Thanks Tim, much appreciated.

[@roderickjoyce6716]

I visited the line several years ago in October. Not unexpectedly, the weather was wet; so the guard escorted my wife and I, and a mother and her child who were the only other passengers to our coach with a very large umbrella. It is a charming and very interesting railway and just as worth visiting as the other narrow gauge lines in Snowdonia. I wonder what the workers at Hunslets in Leeds would have thought if they'd been told that the little utilitarian locos they'd built for the Welsh quarries would be tourist attractions a hundred and more years later.

[@doncoffey5820]

I know, they would never believe that their little work horses would be put out to grass in such a charming way.

[@TheDroppy68]

Glad to see you are still around and kicking mate, I was getting a tad worried for you. It's sad to see the rust build-up on the rail surfaces, it's mute testament to the hardships being endured by all preservation rail endeavours during this unprecedented time.

[@doncoffey5820]

Hope all is well with you Insurgent. You know that railway was in constant use all day and as you can see it was dry so all I can think it it’s an effect of the flat rail head spreading the weight.

[@geoffrandall186]

What a great video I have visited the railway many times over the years on my visits to North Wales but I have never seen a video like this before you did a great job and i hope you will be able to do some more like this.

[@doncoffey5820]

Much appreciated Geoff. I have been invited to film the WMR but that was before covid. We’ll see what happens with that. However, in terms of revenue (which all goes to charity) it really hasn’t performed that well. I expected great things from it but it’s nowhere near as good as freight. It does make a nice change though. I wonder if they got the dog back 😳

[@vasilicastoica416]

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[@dewiz9596]

The Pre-Cambrian Era ended 452 Million years ago. . . I thought I remembered from years ago, but I did just look it up. . . Very nice, relaxing video. I’m surprised that both switches at the western end were not spring loaded. . .

[@doncoffey5820]

The info in the video came from the online brochure unless I mis quoted it. Thanks for watching Bram.

[@grahamheywood9231]

Loved it, loads of interesting information.

[@doncoffey5820]

Glad you enjoyed it Graham.

[@chasmalthouse7073]

I think the whistle may need some maintenance. Brought back some nice memories, thanks.

[@doncoffey5820]

She’s entitled to creak a bit Chas, I do and I’m nowhere near as old!!!

[@vasilicastoica416]

E cumva tren cu aburi, a pe cărbuni Excelent Don Coffey 👌👌👌👌

[@davidtrue8257]

fantastic ride i reconmmend it ,it brings back lots of memories

[@doncoffey5820]

It certainly was pleasant David.

[@adammullarkey4996]

I'd love to see you cover other heritage railways. My grandparents and I used to visit the Midland Railway every year.

[@doncoffey5820]

There are plans to get the Worth Valley and the Ecclesbourne Valley Railway but covid is playing havoc with that. Sit tight.

[@johndavidson7638]

Great film, really enjoyed the ride. The railway has changed alot since I was there some 20 or 30 yrs ago. On a par with the Bala lake railway, although that should be expanding in to the centre of Bala soon. Another film perhaps. Well done. 😊👍

[@doncoffey5820]

You never know John. Thanks for watching.

[@bobduncalf6468]

Thanks Don, another enjoyable and informative video. One to keep us steam enthusiasts happy. Hopefully not a one off!

[@doncoffey5820]

No it’s not Bob. Neil Ferguson Lee has already invited me to the Ecclesbourne Valley Railway for a future video and I have several colleagues at TPE who do volunteer work at the Welsh Mountain Railway who have offered to arrange a shoot. We just need this confounded pandemic out of the way.

[@philclarke3203]

Great to watch Don. Lovely ride on this 2 years ago, after arriving here for Snowdon summit trip ,but told it was too windy up top!

[@doncoffey5820]

It was only open to the half way point when I was there and in the very short period I was there it was booked up. The Lakeside Railway were also booked up but went to extraordinary lengths to get me onboard.

[@SuperPyroman1]

Thank you for that. Brings back some memories although I don’t remember the Llanberis station being there last time I visited.

[@doncoffey5820]

The station at Llanberis was part of the extension built in 2003 so it depends when you were there.

[@christopherfairs9095]

A splendid, informative video; thank you. Lake Padarn appears much larger than the 240 acres quoted in the text (and in Wikipedia).

[@doncoffey5820]

It does I agree but that’s what the brochure quotes.

[@JakeBSteam]

Great video Don. Regards Jake.

[@doncoffey5820]

All the best Jake.

[@bennwhite4052]

Quite a contrast to 125 MPH on the ECML, but equally as interesting and both video and captions to the usual high standard. Thanks Don.

[@doncoffey5820]

My pleasure Benn, thanks as always for watching.

[@dilwyn1]

Excellent and informative video Don, great viewing ... How about a series on all the Welsh narrow gauge lines??

[@doncoffey5820]

Well I’m up for it if they are. Some of my driver colleagues work on the Welsh Mountain Railway and reckon they can get me on so that’s one! The reaction to this has been positive so we’ll see. All the best.

[@seggy224]

I understand the very high voltage cables that connect the power station to the distribution yard run below the ground parallel to the rails.

[@doncoffey5820]

Yes, it’s mentioned in the captions 👍

[@atlanticcoastexpress]

Another superb presentation Don.....many thanks! I’ve driven by this railway but have never visited it....I now plan a trip as soon as I can. Is the delightful dog yours? I have a suspicion she is! I didn’t know about the underground power cables and it reminded me of the cables that cross under Southampton Water from Warsash to the now closed Fawley/Calshot power station, built in the mid 1960s (the grid switching station is still operational) and soon to be demolished. Before the tunnel was actually opened and in use my late father who was in charge of the main civil engineering projects on the site took me to see the tunnel and the troughs that carried (and still carry) the 275kV (I think) super grid three phase routes under the water. I seem to remember these cables were insulated and cooled by oil, the heat being exchanged to the cooling water in special heat exchangers at either end of the several miles long tunnel. Perhaps the same techniques are used for the buried cables on this delightful route? I know of another railway (unfortunately closed) ....the original Castleman’s Corkscrew main line from Southampton to Dorchester....near where I lived between Ashley and West Moors in Dorset where a very large main fresh water pipe uses the old route, with an extremely popular footpath above it. Thanks for your presentation...a bit different, with no AWS pings and driver alerted sounds being heard. Very restful indeed, more please Sir! Regards, from Rob in Bournemouth.

[@doncoffey5820]

Hi Rob. The little dog wasn’t mine, she was in the next compartment and kept sneaking under the seats to say hello. The rest of the time she had her out out of the window so I just thought she should be included. Fascinating info about Farley. I did visit years ago and remember a level crossing (I think).

[@jayzo]

Love kayaking on Llyn Padarn, shame we've not been able to go as much with Covid happening.

[@doncoffey5820]

They were having a great time and the weather was perfect. No wonder you miss it.

[@whiskymacable]

The station closed for regular passenger services in 1930 but was still used for summer excursion trains until 7 September 1962 and freight services until 3 September 1964, the Padarn Railway closed on 3 November 1961

[@doncoffey5820]

Thanks for that Vic. I often wonder if the railway had survived as pre Beeching, just how much might be viable these days. It might have eased our roads problem somewhat.

[@delurkor]

Wondering if the railway's motto is "Better slate than never." I show myself out.

[@doncoffey5820]

No, you’re fine Ted, we come up with much dafter than that!!!

[@petersellers3806]

My favourite the class 68 nice video

[@doncoffey5820]

It’s a really nice little video I think but what surprises me is it doesn’t get many views.