OLD VERSION - Welsh Highland Railway - Driver's Eye View - Part 1 - Porthmadog to Rhyd Ddu

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With a camera mounted on the front of one of the powerful ex South African NGG16 Garratt locomotives No. 87 our train eases out of Porthmadog station onto the Britannia Road Bridge and level crossing. Number 87 negotiates its way through the town before crossing the Cambrian Coast railway via Britain’s only mixed gauge flat crossing. For a short distance we run next to the Welsh Highland Heritage Railway (WHHR) to Pen y Mount junction, passing under the new Porthmadog bypass into open countryside. Shortly after Pont Croesor station is an interesting bridge carrying both road and rail over the Afon Glaslyn (River Glaslyn). With the distant hills looming on the horizon we steam through pleasant farmland punctuated by the odd river bridge to Nantmor halt after which the character of the line changes as we enter the Aberglaslyn Pass via No.4 tunnel. Bursting from the tunnel onto a ledge high above the pretty river below, with glorious mountain scenery all around we are now traversing one of the most photographed locations in the country. We leave the Aberglaslyn Pass via Goat tunnel to enter Beddgelert station where a Porthmadog bound train is waiting for us to clear the single line. The noise from our engine increases as it lifts its train through the wooded slopes to the summit marker board a mile or so short of Rhyd Ddu station.
Track gauge - 1 ft 11 1⁄2 in (597 mm)
One question that has come up many times in the comments for both the Welsh Highland and Ffestiniog Railways is "Why doesn't the train leave the tracks when it passes through a switch set for the opposite track" - it is not east to explain, but I'll try -
The switches at either end on the passing loop are set to allow trains to pass without the need for railway personnel to set them, in this case the train will always take the right hand track in the direction of travel, when the train reaches the end of the loop the switch appears to be set incorrectly. The switch blades are held in place by a spring mechanism that allows them to be pushed over by the weight of a train passing through them. Once the train is clear they are automatically set to allow a train in the opposite direction to take the right hand track, thus making the passing loop automatic. The system works well so long as a train never reverses before clearing the switch as that will de-rail the train. The first time this system is seen in operation it looks wrong, but it is common practice on many lines where speed is low and costs need to be kept to a minimum.

[@burtwallace5909]

what a beautifully kept , clean , precision railway .People talk about the worlds most beautiful railways , with some of the best scenery and views ,this has just got to be up there with them.

[@DerekJS]

Really enjoyed this video. We have ridden on this line a few times but have not seen it from this POV. Just the right amount of text information at the appropriate places too. Thank you (looking forward to Part 2) :-)

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Thank you, I'm glad you enjoyed it. I have uploaded Part 2 now, please click on this link to watch it - itkzbin.info/www/bejne/omPdYoSdgNFsmdU

[@barry5787]

We don't realise how extensive this railway is. A rail journey to ponder on is, Chester - Llandudno - Betws y Coed - Ffestiniog - Caernarfon - 5C bus (36 mins) - Bangor - Chester. Thanks for the video, much appreciated. All because of Slate but never slated.

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Hi, the suggested route would be a great way to see this part of Wales, I'm pleased you enjoyed the video.

[@williampatrick2971]

It is so nice to see and hear a train go across a crossing without blowing its incessant horn.

[@Timsvideochannel1]

The horn can be annoying, as a rule in the UK the horn/whistle is only used where really necessary.

[@kathleenkoen3389]

Love the view of the thousands of beautiful, green trees!!

[@Timsvideochannel1]

It is a beautiful place.

[@philiptaylor5874]

Absolutely fantastic video,stunning scenery,looking forward to part 2

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Thank you I'm pleased you enjoyed it, Part 2 is available now - kzbin.info/www/bejne/omPdYoSdgNFsmdU

[@luziapereira6491]

One more time I talk , I really love trains from anywhere . I never seen nothing in this country , so I'm surprised , what wonderful ,amazing ride . Thank you so much for share this !

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Hi, I'm pleased you enjoyed the ride. Wales is a wonderful country, it is also home to some of the worlds best preserved railways, mostly narrow gauge, although there are some standard gauge lines.

[@KARTAVIDEO2TRAINS]

A pleasant trip, past green trees, mountain views. Greetings from Indonesia.

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Hi, I'm pleased you enjoyed it. Best wishes from England.

[@bryanerde2564]

Great to see the final link in place. We camped at the Beddgelert site in the sixties and walked on the original roadbed, then later went back in our caravan (there's posh!) several times, seeing the progress through tracklaying then a ride from Rhyd Ddu to Dinas junction and finally from the camp halt to Carnarfon and to the now closed halt on the way to Porthmadoc which was as far as the line went then. Thank you for bringing back happy memories.

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Hi, your experience of watching the line come back to life is similar to my own, firstly staying in the forest campsite at Beddgelert in a tent before switching to a caravan, now the kids have flown the nest I opt for renting a cottage. Happy days, I'm glad you enjoyed the video.

[@thehzos1]

Fantastic! Great to see South African locomotives, rolling stock and track preserved albeit in Wales. I am a great fan of the Welsh Highland Railway and rode it as it progressed over time. Did not ride the last section opened into Porthmadog. Keep up the fantastic work. Can't wait for Part 2!!

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Hi, the Garratt locomotives look right at home in Wales. Like you I have visited the Welsh Highland Railway regularly to see it coming back to life, this was my first ride over the complete line. The first time I visited Beddgelert as a child back in the sixties I used to walk along the line and through the tunnels. It didn't seem possible back then that trains might once again steam through the Aberglaslyn Pass.

[@nickweiserfolz]

The old celtic gods, you see them everywhere left and right. They are still alive, it seems. The Welsh seem to respect very much their land, made by their old gods. They just use it, but do not destroy it, in the so-called modern sense. No big agriculture or anything of that kind. So the land looks like like it looks. Just Beautiful.

[@Timsvideochannel1]

The Welsh are proud of their Celtic origins, it can be seen in the buildings and features in many myths and legends. Apart from a few road improvements Snowdonia hasn't suffered from modern over development. Wales wouldn't be Wales without the picturesque dry-stone walls that typify the scenery. Re-opening this railway was an inspired move because it allows tens of thousands of people to appreciate the wonderful scenery without damaging it.

[@PraveenVas]

Beautiful Video. Thank You so much for the upload. Waiting for Part-2

[@Timsvideochannel1]

It won't be too long.

[@jerrydowse5061]

Thanks Tim,yet another lovely journey.must add this to all the others you've done !!. Should keep me busy.best wishes.jerry

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Cheers Jerry, I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[@autisticadventuressteam83]

Fantastic video - that's me operating the crossing at 4:45. :)

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Hi Peter, that's a great vantage point as seen in your video "Quirks & Curiosities at Cae Pawb"

[@autisticadventuressteam83]

Cheers - I'd forgotten I had those files and thought it'd be cool to put them together since only one made it onto the official DVD.

[@DjAja]

I waved at you lol

[@mughug9616]

Lovely line and video. Beautiful countryside.

[@kimberlyemerson-spicer471]

I love watching POV train travels since I can no longer travel as I would wish but this one is the very best by far. This would be my uber wish train trip to take. Oh my goodness. Storybook beautiful from beginning to end.

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Hi Kimberly, this is one of favorite train rides for many reasons from the day my Grandfather walked me along the old track bed, telling me about the long disused railway, right through to the reopening of the whole route, something that seemed no more than an impossible dream at one time.

[@kimberlyemerson-spicer471]

@@Timsvideochannel1 How wonderful. My Dad used to own a Seaboard private executive car that he would use for various excursions including hosting party trips to the Fla-Ga games. On Saturday's we'd go out to where it was stationed & have lunch & just enjoy the car. It could sleep 13, had two private sleeping quarters with private facilities in mahongany wood, staff quarters, a kitchen, & a huge living & dining area. It even had a speaker's platform. Eventually Dad sold the car to the National Railroad Historical Society of Georgia. My ultimate dream is to one day take a cross country train trip.

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Hi Kimberly, your father's executive car must have been fun to ride in. I would love to cross the USA by train, I have crossed Canada in mid winter with the Canadian from Toronto to Vancouver, that was a fantastic trip. I hope you achieve your dream trip some day.

[@Chrisolli100]

Heureux souvenirs ! Merci pour cette escapade.

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Merci, je suis heureux que vous avez apprécié la vidéo

[@Steinstra-vj7wl]

This is THE most beautiful railroad I have seen so far in this world - I wish it was normal wide gauge though.

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Its one of my all time favourite train rides too, lovely scenery. The tunnels in the gorge were built to accommodate standard gauge trains, but a lack of money dictated the completed railway was narrow gauge.

[@biohazard512]

@@Timsvideochannel1 Well if it was standard gauge you may have had to ride it on a pacer instead of a steam train

[@Timsvideochannel1]

@@biohazard512 Pacers will soon be a memory, they are none too comfortable, but I'll miss them. I'm glad the WHR is narrow gauge, the ride wouldn't look the same with a Pacer.

[@Thursdaym2]

Just wonder why?

[@jasonasselin]

Just before the 14 minute mark you see the train passing over a rail NOT aligned! Did anyone else notice that?

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Hi, the switch blades at 13:40 are set for the other track. The switch is held in position using a spring mechanism, as our train passes over the blades, they are pushed over by its weight, the system works well so long as the train does not reverse once it has started passing over the switch. This system is designed to allow trains to pass without the need for anyone to operate the switches. It does look a bit alarming the first time you see it.

[@jasonasselin]

@@Timsvideochannel1 Thanks!

[@seanfagan6022]

I am astonished at the workers of 100 or so years the way they carved out routes to lay down Train Tracks through all kinds of obstacles whether it be Solid Rock, Deep Water, roads, Rails ow whatever. HOW did they bore through solid Rock to create Tunnels Or open up a passage to let the railway line through. The building up and digging out of all sorts of surface to create a level track was all done without the help Of JCBs Bulldozers or ANY machinery... That generation is grossly under appreciated as well as the people who mapped out the routes to zig zag from start of the Line to the end of it all WITHOUT the aid of Satellites OR Microsoft mappings.. Geniusis one and all. ant THANKS to them and their forward planning.

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Hi, I love your comment, I agree with everything you say. This line was built to carry slate from the quarries to the coast for onward shipping, unfortunately it was too late on the scene as slate was in decline, but too early to be a tourist railway because only the middle class could afford holidays, it was built over a protracted period of time, finally opening throughout in 1923, it fell into receivership in 1927, with most of the track lifted by 1941. That should have been the end of the story, but for a group of volunteers who formed a society to rescue part of the line in 1961, for a short history, please click on this link - www.whr.co.uk/heritage/brief/

[@seanfagan6022]

@@Timsvideochannel1 Many thanks for the history. It had lots of troubles BUT it really ads to the appreciation of the fantastic effort the locals put into the reopening of the fabulous line. My spell check seems to have missed out on multiple errors BUT I think you got the content of my comment.. I am amazed to read the Gauge of the line it seems to carry very big Rolling stock.. Have a look at the '' Diakofto - Kalavita Drivers View Video... Cheers and thanks from Ireland where we are left with only 3 Main Lines. All Branches etc were ripped up in 1958.. Short Sighted politicians..??

[@Timsvideochannel1]

@@seanfagan6022 Hi, I've seen videos of the Diakofto - Kalavita Railway, such as this one - kzbin.info/www/bejne/fpWpcqegbJ6pprs&feature=emb_logo I'll have to visit one day. I have seen and read books about Irelands wonderful narrow gauge railways, such a shame they have all gone, had some of them survived, they would have become top rated tourist attractions, giving people a good reason the visit Ireland. You never know, it might not be too late, after all the Welsh Highland and Ffestiniog Railways were once abandoned track-beds. It would give politicians a chance to redeem themselves 😉

[@AngusJones]

Look like a really nice route and scenery and sttuff.

[@Timsvideochannel1]

It is a very pretty route, typically Welsh.

[@ADMIRALSCORNER]

I never tire of watching this great video!

[@Timsvideochannel1]

The trip through the Aberglaslyn Pass is a world class experience.

[@mildredjohnson7166]

Beautiful scenery

[@jayzo]

I love how the Ffestiniog/Welsh Highland railway have been allowed to not only build their own crossing across a main road in the centre of Porthmadog, but they've been allowed to have a diamond crossing with the National Rail network. How does that work now with ERTMS installed on the line?

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Hi, the two railways were connected to each other in the past via a route through the town that involved some street running. Today's route between the railways follows a more practical coarse with less street running, although running across Britannia Bridge was common to both. The network rail crossing was expensive to arrange and install, it took a brave and determined effort to connect the WHR and FR along with cooperation from Network Rail. Credit must be given to all concerned for making it happen. WHR operations contact Network Rail to ask for permission to cross the main line. You might find this link interesting - www.festipedia.org.uk/wiki/Cae_Pawb

[@keplergso8369]

Nice line ! Yes, 60cm is a very narrow gauge, it was the gauge in France for mining and agricultural operations, and very local and short lines in countryside. Ordinary secondary lines were 1m gauge.Jacques, from France.

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Hello Jacques, one of the locomotives on this railway "Mountaineer" was repatriated from France - www.festipedia.org.uk/wiki/Mountaineer_II I look forward to visiting France again hopefully next year.

[@majorwedgie8166]

Wow! I have a new item on my bucket list, ride this train 🤩

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Hi, I hope you make it one day, I'm sure you'll enjoy it.

[@paulmurray4869]

i realy enjoyed watching this thank you

[@MiRailOfficial]

Great video, really enjoyed this trip.

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Cheers, this is one of my all time favourite railways.

[@crazyfroggie6546]

Is it me or were the points at 13.38 set wrong? They looked like they were set for traffic from the other platform line...great video, i enjoyed watching that!

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Hi, the points do appear to be set for the other road. This is quite normal on low speed passing loops as it saves the points having to be changed when trains pass. The weight of the train will push the point blades over, although once the train has started crossing the points, it cannot reverse because the train will derail.

[@jovetj]

That stuck out at me, as well. 13:40

[@Bruno.Trains]

Superb shots !

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Thank you.

[@SMILEVIDEOTRAINS]

fantastic footage Tim

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Thank you, it's one of my favorite train rides.

[@pawelsawicki7003]

Great series

[@dutchsawdoctor]

Good engine, the timing is just great 👍🏻

[@Timsvideochannel1]

The Garratts are very capable engines, handling long trains over the steeply graded line with apparent ease. Festiniog and Welsh Highland Railway locomotives are well looked after, always looking good and sounding great.

[@brianeakins235]

A lovely video, thank you. It strikes me the camera eye has a wider view than the driver's?

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Thank you, I'm pleased you enjoyed it, in reality the driver has quite a restricted view with either a boiler or water tank in the way depending on direction of travel.

[@JayOcean8]

The countryside is very similar to Australia (New South Wales)...just like looking out of our Aussie trains when it has been raining that is.

[@Brian-1948]

Like the way he only whistles when he feels like it, never mind the lineside instructions.

[@Timsvideochannel1]

I didn't notice, I'll have to listen more carefully next time I watch this video.

[@yolandarichard2299]

Beautiful 🇨🇦

[@jermainelong1843]

Been, seen and done last July. Incredible scenery. No such luck this year thanks to Covid-19 :-(

[@Timsvideochannel1]

I can't wait to visit Wales again, it looks like it could be Late Summer or Autumn before that happens.

[@seanfagan6022]

WHY on earth was that line EVER constructed. Was there a Mine or Quarry or whatever at the end of it ??

[@rgadave]

Magic !.

[@Timsvideochannel1]

I am pleased you enjoyed it 😊

[@thebrummierailenthusiasts5329]

I can see the houses on the right very close to the railway line

[@Timsvideochannel1]

The railway does pass close to houses, imagine sitting in the living room watching TV when a train passes by.

[@thebrummierailenthusiasts5329]

Oh yeah remember that

[@duanewilliams7353]

Great scenery!! I wish they would turn on the lights when in tunnels!, it's nice to see the sides of the tunnel, it one the rock was really reflective!! It sounds like it is horse drawn!! interesting!!!

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Hi, I'm glad you enjoyed the Welsh scenery. Most of the locomotives on the Welsh Highland Railway are fitted with a headlight, but it does not appear to have been used on this trip.

[@thebrummierailenthusiasts5329]

Looks like the train is travelling on the road

[@Timsvideochannel1]

The railway does share the bridge with the road, an unusual sight in Britain.

[@thebrummierailenthusiasts5329]

Ah yeah

[@jamescampbell9521]

Are you allowed dogs on the train

[@2011Tache]

Yes.

[@cadser0engco]

Great shot of myself and my wife by the crossing at Britannia bridge. What date did you shoot the film.

[@Timsvideochannel1]

I love watching the trains cross the bridge, its so unusual. I believe this video was shot on July 7th.

[@Little-Oshawott-2010]

Isn't n Pen-y-Mount Junction where the Welsh Highland Railway and the Welsh Highland Heritage Railway connect?

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Hi, Pen-y-Mount Junction is the point where the WHR and WHHR connect - Please click on this link for more information - en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pen-y-Mount_Junction_railway_station I will be uploading a video showing the WHHR in the next week or so.

[@Little-Oshawott-2010]

At Beddgelert Station, do the steam locomotives stop for a drink of water?

[@Little-Oshawott-2010]

Do the WHHR, WHR. and the FR steam locomotives use boiler treated water?

[@Timsvideochannel1]

They can take water at Beddgelert if required, the Garratt locomotives carry a lot of water, so it is not always necessary.

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Welsh water is good for steam locomotives just as it is.

[@malcolmone1]

a fantastic railway

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Glad you enjoyed it.

[@АлександрВолков-н9р2в]

Мне понравились видео о железнодорожном транспорте на Вашем канале, поэтому подписался на Ваш канал. Живу в Украине около Карпатских гор. В нашем регионе ещё 30 лет назад были и функционировали узкоколейные железные дороги, которые построили ещё более 100-150 лет тому назад при Австро-Венгрии. К сожалению, от этих живописных многокилометровых путей осталась только небольшая туристическая линия в Ивано-Франковской области "Карпатский трамвай". Жаль, что всё это историческое наследие порезали и сдали в металлолом... Успехов Вашему каналу!

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Привет, я рад, что вам понравилось это видео и благодарю вас за подписку. Очень жаль, что почти все узкоколейные железные дороги в Украине закрылись. Однажды я хотел бы поехать в Украину, так как слышал, что некоторые части живописные и это страна, о которую я мало знаю. Может быть, я доберусь туда в один прекрасный день. Ура. Тим. Hi, I am pleased you enjoyed this video and thank you for subscribing. It is a pity that almost all of the narrow gauge railways in the Ukraine have closed. I would like to travel to the Ukraine one day as I have heard that some parts are picturesque and it is a country I know little about. Maybe I'll get there one day. Cheers. Tim.

[@michaelmacdonell4834]

That chime!

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Don't you just love it?

[@joselitoeliaspereira2853]

Fiz mais uma viagem pelo KZbin de graça muito bom graças a Deus!!!

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Obrigado, estou feliz que tenha gostado do passeio.

[@planetX15]

Sort of reminds me of Puffing Billy in Melbounrne.

[@michaelbanksceo]

What happens at Beddgelert (37:08)??? A parked car and a lady in green, walking, vanish into thin air... 🙂

[@Timsvideochannel1]

When I watched it back I had to smile, I'd like to say a "Star Trek" episode was being filmed, but I don't think I'd get away with that, as you've probably guessed it was a video fade to shorten the long wait at the station, I hope my wife doesn’t find out how to make me disappear.

[@robertcoleman4861]

Hi tim,Wales is such a beautiful country,Wonderful vid,I'll bet the weather changes dramatically up there,Is this always been a narrow gauge railway,Check out nsw railways- north coast line 2 nov 2011 australian trains,Cheers bob from sydney's northern beaches where you can swim in the ocean all year round.

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Hi Robert, the weather is very changeable in Wales, part of its attraction, even adverts to visit Wales say "Love Wales, Love getting Muddy" I enjoy visiting the place and meeting the people, both tourists and locals. The route has always been narrow gauge except the section from Caernarfon to Dinas, which was relaid on the track-bed of a former standard gauge line. I'll look out for more of the NSW railways you recommend. You make Sydney sound very inviting, I know from experience its a great place to visit, at least I got to see the monorail before it disappeared.

[@walterfink9782]

Due to the slower speed of this train, it seems more of a tourist railway.

[@Timsvideochannel1]

It is an enthusiast run tourist railway.

[@MrBnsftrain]

4:43 I had no idea this narrow gauge railway crossed the standard gauge one that connects to ther Welsh narrow gauge lines! 5:10 I also didn't know about the line that runs parallel to it! why didn't they just extend that railway instead of building a brand new one?

[@Timsvideochannel1]

The multi gauge flat crossing is the only one in Britain. The line that runs parallel at 5:10 belongs to the Welsh Highland Heritage Railway who also intended to re-open the Welsh Highland Railway. When the Ffestiniog reopened the line they wanted to connect it with their existing line, requiring the line to pass through the town. The Welsh Highland Heritage Railway is well worth visiting to see their collection of original locomotives and rolling stock.

[@marty8535]

The bridge at Pont Dylif - is that a restoration or a new build?

[@Timsvideochannel1]

That bridge is a new build, the old one was beyond economic repair.

[@K-o-R]

What's the meaning of the single yellow/flashing yellow signals, and the coloured circles with lights around the edges?

[@Timsvideochannel1]

I'm not sure what the answer is, but hopefully this link will explain everything - www.festipedia.org.uk/wiki/WHR_Signals

[@autisticadventuressteam83]

The steady white lights (not yellow) indicate to drivers that the train operated trailible points are correctly set for them to proceed, the flashing whites indicate a a road crossing system is fully activated and that they can proceed onto it. The red discs with two yellow lights are 'ladybird' home signals, unique to the F&WHR.

[@annawitter5161]

Love it!

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Thank you.

[@gordonshuffle9827]

it helps having captions so you know roughly where you are

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Hi, I'm glad you found the captions useful. The line between Beddgelert and Rhyd Ddu turns back on itself several times to gain height. I found Google Earth really useful to follow the route.

[@gordonshuffle9827]

Timsvideochannel1 yeah google earth's good. Have watch a lot of your videos really liked the valley of the rocks one exmoor keep up the good work.

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Hi, I'm glad you've enjoyed some of the videos on my channel. The North Devon coastline is beautiful.

[@app8790]

Where are all the people?

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Wales has plenty of space and lots of sheep.

[@joselitoeliaspereira2853]

Lugar muito bonito Lindo mesmo

[@Timsvideochannel1]

North Wales é bonito, estou contente que você gostou do passeio.

[@DjAja]

I have done this journey !

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Did you enjoy it?

[@mikeytobago]

nice unspoiled places

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Once clear of the towns at the star and finish, very little has changed for a century or more.

[@rhobatbrynjones7374]

I always enjoy these driver's eye views especially on Rheilffordd Eryri but the lack of care taken over the Welsh language never fails to astonish and anger me. On the title page is shown the place name "Ryhd Ddu". For God's sake, get a grip!

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Wow, I screwed up there and there is no easy fix, so I am reworking it to try and improve the picture quality with "Rhyd Ddu" corrected, before re-uploading it. Sorry if I caused any offence.

[@rhobatbrynjones7374]

@@Timsvideochannel1 No offence taken providing it is fixed.

[@williampatrick2971]

Ads are out of control

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Hi, sorry about that, I don't like watching videos with too many ads. I only allow ads at the start and finish of my videos with non during the video. My viewers are more important to me than ad revenue. I'm just going to check the ad settings for this video.

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Hi, just checked the ad settings. I have only allowed skippable ads at the start and end of the video, there should be non during the video.

[@giuseppecarlocifarelli4607]

P?

[@philippmuenchen2553]

What‘s that at 4:37 ?

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Hi, there is a double catch point, designed to stop the train if it has passed the signal at danger to prevent it crashing into a train on the standard gauge main line, there is also a structure to one side, I believe it was the base to a water tower.

[@theepoweranjes2628]

Beautiful route but train running slowly

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Thank you I'm glad you enjoyed the ride, this railway wasn't built for speed, its nice to have time to enjoy the view.

[@theepoweranjes2628]

What is the maximum speed ? And i do not see train power generators

[@Timsvideochannel1]

@@theepoweranjes2628 Hi, the maximum speed is 25 miles per hour. On train power is supplied from a generator in one of the carriages.

[@robertgift]

How fun! What horribly annoying level crossing audible warnings. Real bells, as American railroads have, are far better.Hope they go back to bells.

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Hi, I feel sorry for those who live near the crossing, image having to endure that noise several times a day, bells would be more acceptable, apart from the noisy crossings the rest of the ride is a superb experience.

[@jacklythgoe3541]

26:50

[@failtolawl]

22 minute drive or an hour train ride.. hmmm

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Give me the train any day, its all about the ride, unless its your daily commute, in that case a car or the bus makes sense.

[@planetX15]

@failtolawl It's about tourism, I'd think tourist will prefer riding on the train more.

[@SONIA62930]

uruguay

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Hello Uruguay, best wishes from England.

[@조금성-c8n]

여왕님 현대 동생들을 믿어 주셔서 감사합니다. 아이폰 카 제작을 협력사와 정해주셔서. 현대차. 정성껏 만들어 들이거애요. 신용은 있는 지안이라 걱정 안하게 헤드리겠읍니다. 일을 잘하는 집안이에요. 조금은 섬세함이 모자르나. 걱정은 안하셔도. 제가 잘 관리하겠습니다. 돈을 중시하는 집안이 아니고. 일 무자비하게 탐을 내는 집안입니다.

[@daltonkp]

dx

[@burtwallace5909]

what a beautifully kept , clean , precision railway .People talk about the worlds most beautiful railways , with some of the best scenery and views ,this has just got to be up there with them.

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Hi Burt, North wales is a Mecca for lovers of narrow gunge railways and the Welsh Highland Railway has to rank among the best railways in the world, it's certainly one of my favorites.

[@trippyslycooper2042]

i love seeing other countries railroads...trains is trains to me no matter where they are lol

[@Timsvideochannel1]

I have the same outlook, there is such a wonderful variety of railroads around the world.

[@surajyadav-wb8bb]

Same here

[@fridaynighthikes]

Beautifully maintained railroad. Love the sound of the lovomotive.

[@britannia55]

Bob Johnson sounds like Ivor the engine

[@Dani_Valykrie]

@@britannia55 It's a South African 3 Chime.

[@J3scribe]

I like the lush scenery and moody sky. It's fun to see all the friendly waves as the train makes its way along. No other mode of transportation elicits such a response with such regularity and predictability. People just love trains! Another top notch video Tim. Thanks!

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Hi, I'm glad you enjoyed it and you are right about people waving and those not waving usually have a camera in their hands.

[@DistrictDriver]

Love that level crossing along the road over the bridge on departure from Porthmadog! Never seen a crossing where the line runs along the road like that!!

[@Timsvideochannel1]

That crossing is unique in the UK, an interesting start to the journey that has everyone reaching for their cameras whether on the train or watching from the roadside.

[@nudist0885]

There are a few city trolley and "cable car" systems like that in the United States. The "green line" trolleys in Philadelphia Pa, the "cablecars" in San Francisco California.

[@kristofferfalk5339]

There is also one in Sweden - in Oxberg: www.svjvbild.se/br/boxber1.html But the latest info I have is, that it is closed and plans are to replace it with two separate bridges....

[@Timsvideochannel1]

There are also a few in New Zealand, although they are slowly being replaced by separated bridges. This is one I filmed on the West Coast of South Island at 1 minute and 5 seconds. - kzbin.info/www/bejne/onvbl3WherGSfq8

[@SamSitar]

replacing that bridge is fixing something that isn't broken.

[@lopessilva167]

Thank you, I'm Brazilian and I love railways. With this video it was possible to feel a bit of the sensation in a railway with so much history. Obrigado pela linda viagem!

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Hi, I would love visit Brazil one day, it comes across as such a colorful place, although I have to admit its Brazilian football I love to watch. The Welsh Highland railway has a fascinating history, closed for most of its life, but the route was saved because the official receiver did not find a buyer. When I visited the area as a child, it was a footpath, with very little to suggest it had ever been a railway, hard to believe when I see it today. Estou satisfeito por ter gostado do passeio. Tim.

[@frankcurtis6179]

@@Timsvideochannel1 It was the work of hundreds of volunteers who gave up their holidays and weekends to restore this traditional narrow gauge railway to it's former glory.. It took many years especially as a whole new spiral loop had to be built to overcome differences in elevation.

[@frankcurtis6179]

Apologies Tim! I was thinking of the Ffestiniog Railway.

[@Timsvideochannel1]

@@frankcurtis6179 No worries, I knew what you meant. I have enjoyed witness the re-birth of the WHR and FR railways, the volunteers can justifiably be proud of their achievements to date, I wonder what they will restore next?

[@carmenpr4u]

Hello thanks for the amazing video. Love the scenery so beautiful. I live in USA love watching your videos so peaceful. I wish one day I could have the chance to enjoy the ride in person. Greetings from New York.

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Hi, my next rail holiday is to the USA to see some of the amazing railways in Colorado. Wales is a beautiful place, lots of history and plenty of narrow gauge railways to visit and ride. I hope you make it one day, if you love narrow guage railways, you'll love Wales. Best wishes from the South Coast of England.

[@PanixATK]

Must visit Wales again next year... must escape the city of London to chilled, calm Welsh countryside.

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Its nice to take a relaxing break from busy city life. Snowdonia is the ideal place to slow down for a few days.

[@richardbradshaw4567]

A high quality piece of work, excellent definition and full marks for the steadiness of the camera, conveying a smoother ride than you actually get! Well done.

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Thank you, I'm pleased you enjoyed the ride, I'm hoping to visit again later this year when restrictions on travel are lifted. Take care. Tim.

[@pizzasubs]

Just curious, at around 3:26, why would they add that one short section of track there that abrupty ends at that parking lot????

[@Timsvideochannel1]

That short section of track is there to allow visiting locomotives and stock to be off loaded using temporary track connected to a track on the flat bed of a lorry. Please click on this link and watch the video from the 34 minute mark to see a carriage being loaded onto a lorry - kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYnJgGxsap56qqM

[@proehm]

Switch was set wrong leaving Pont Croesor. Dangerous...

[@andrewdock7288]

They switch back into place as the train passes using a spring mechanism of sorts.

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Hi, this question comes up a lot, so often I decided to add this explanation to the video description - The switches at either end on the passing loop are set to allow trains to pass without the need for railway personnel to set them, in this case the train will always take the right hand track in the direction of travel, when the train reaches the end of the loop the switch appears to be set incorrectly. The switch blades are held in place by a spring mechanism that allows them to be pushed over by the weight of a train passing through them, as this train is about to do. Once the train is clear they are automatically set to allow a train in the opposite direction to take the right hand track, thus making the passing loop automatic. The system works well so long as a train never reverses before clearing the switch as that will de-rail the train. The first time this system is seen in operation it looks wrong, but it is common practice on many lines where speed is low and costs need to be kept to a minimum.

[@StageParades]

Just love that start at Porthmadog, everything quite rightly stops for the train. Another superb ride Tim. Thank you.

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Cheers, I'm glad you liked it. The town comes to a standstill when the train leaves Porthmadog station, everyone, tourists and locals alike stop to watch its sedate passage across the bridge.

[@trevlamb9683]

Great video, really looking forward to Pt 2. Took the same journey this time last year, and was nice to bring back a very pleasent memory.

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Hi Trev, I'm pleased it reminded you of your own very enjoyable trip. Part 2 should be uploaded at the weekend.

[@joaoleonardo6995]

Nunca viajei dê trem a valor, mas assim quê for possível quero ter este prazer,

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Olá, tenho a sorte de viver em um país com tantas ferrovias maravilhosas. Espero que você pegue um trem por prazer, é uma boa maneira de ver o campo. Hi, I am lucky to live in a country with so many wonderful railways. I hope you get to ride a train for pleasure, it is a nice way to see the countryside.

[@antonioribeiro9778]

Parabéns. Excelente video, obrigado pela partilha.

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Obrigada, estou feliz que você gostou.

[@ListerDavid]

I got to ride along this line in my teenage years, such a wonderful memory this has brought back to me. Thank you. I have a story about the cutting at 26:00. Traveling to porthmadogg I was leaning out the carriage window looking at the engine when I stupidly looked back down the track, if my dad hadn’t of pulled me back in I would have smashed my head on the slate rocks. To this day it still makes me shiver.

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Hi, I'm pleased you enjoyed this trip down memory lane, even if the incident at 26:00 still send shivers down your spine.

[@davidpulaski5628]

Absolutely beautiful. Thank You for the well produced video !!! Five thumbs up. A+++

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Thank you, I really appreciate your kind comment 😊

[@greatbritishentertainmentl5636]

Excellent filming and trackside information - looking forward to Part 2!

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Thank you, I really appreciate your comment, I hope you enjoy Part 2.

[@AlexZhmudovskyi]

37:57 running through the switch in the wrong direction?

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Hi, this is usual practice on the Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland railways at crossing places. The switches are always set to allow trains to pass without the need for anyone to set them, but it does create the situation you highlight when the train leaves the loop, as it pushes through the switch apparently set for the other track, a sprung mechanism returns the switch to its original position so that the next train in the opposite direction will take the other line, which I admit can look a bit alarming the first time you see it.

[@phillacasse4070]

Same thing at 13:38

[@GaryCameron780]

Spring loaded turnouts that are designed to be trailed through. They exist in North America though not common.

[@jovetj]

Doesn't look spring-loaded to me. Not sure about Wales/England, but in the U.S. "spring loaded" means they're sprung to the tangent route, and a train on the diverging around pushes them into that route when exiting the diverging line.

[@Ynysmydwr]

@@jovetj And yet both switches ARE spring-loaded. (In what way do they not look it to you?) In these two cases, the springs keep the point blades set in such a way as to route all traffic approaching the loop (i.e. from the facing side of the switch) onto the right-hand track , whilst still allowing trains leaving the loop to push the point blades over without manual intervention -- after which (trailing) movement they spring back to their former position.

[@spearheadinc]

A beautifully revitalized railway route. Excellent job! We must do the same. Fantastic video. Greetings from Warsaw...

[@Timsvideochannel1]

To watch this forgotten, disused railway come back to life has been amazing, a real credit to those who made it happen. Best wishes from the UK.

[@thom3124]

That's quite a narrow gauge. what is the distance between the rails? I think this is one of your best videos.

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Hi, I'm really pleased you enjoyed it. The track gauge is 1 ft 11 1 ⁄ 2 in (597 mm)

[@tomburg2]

It is very narrow. Train can overturn very easily if driver ride slight overspeed on curve or people sit not equal on both sides of car, but more people on one side, than on other. Why nowadays every where is only narrow gauge rail roads? Even in spain and india. I know simetimes in england was not narrow railway.

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Hi, the trains on this railway are limited to a maximum speed of 25 mph. Although the track gauge is narrow the trains are safe even if everyone moves to one side of the carriage.

[@trainsinmotion3782]

Beautiful 😃 I hate how loud those level crossing sirens are! Must annoy the house owners 🙈

[@Timsvideochannel1]

You've got to feel sorry for the people who live nearby.

[@edisone1]

I think most US crossings still use actual bells; can't say I care for these electronic beeps.

[@Timsvideochannel1]

I would prefer to hear bells.

[@timothybarney7257]

Some US crossings, the bells only ring while the gates are in motion, some ring continuously from the time they drop until they fully open again. But the specific tone(s) selected for those in the video do seem to grate on me for some reason.

[@cadser0engco]

Timothy Barney aye they noisy. Bells would not be loud enough me thinks. 🤔

[@laurenceskinnerton73]

I’ve ridden from Minfford to Carnarfon and return,it was a tiring journey but well worth it and I was in a train hauled by Lyd!

[@CreatureOfTheVoid]

Its great they actually rebuilt this line, but it sucks that ill never again be able to walk through the Aberglaslyn pass tunnels or cycle along the route behind the camp site, there's even a neat little mining site with some of the old equipment, badly rusted, but still visible if you take the path up the hill to the right of the tunnel 4, the path running under the line at the bridge just before the tunnel

[@SouthCoastTrainspotter]

Awesome Video :)

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Thanks, I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[@deejaybee1]

Excellent bit of filming, with good quality vision and sound. Stunning scenery along the way. This should get people to visit and have a ride on the railway. Now look forward to watching Part Two.

[@Timsvideochannel1]

Thank you, your comment is really appreciated. This is a very friendly railway, you get the impression the staff and volunteers really want you to enjoy your visit, all things taken into account I would have to give the Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways 10 out of 10. Part 2 should be available at the weekend.