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Ghosts, scandals and beauty – visit Llanelli’s unique historical gem

Ghosts, scandals and beauty – visit Llanelli’s unique historical gem

Feb 8, 2023 | Carmarthenshire, Culture and Heritage, Llanelli

One of the greatest treasures on our rail network is Llanelly House in Llanelli – and this year it celebrates 10 years as a cultural attraction. Craig Newton, Llanelly House’s liaison officer, gave us a tour. Do you like ghost stories and tales of historical intrigue?...
Ride Llanelli’s historic rails

Ride Llanelli’s historic rails

Jun 14, 2022 | Carmarthenshire, Changemakers, Culture and Heritage, Llanelli

Exciting things are happening on the site of the former Cynheidre colliery near Llanelli. The Llanelli and Mynydd Mawr Railway, a not-for-profit volunteer-run company, is resurrecting the railway on the site, complete with working engines and a host of visitor...
6 things to do with kids on our rail network this half term

6 things to do with kids on our rail network this half term

Feb 23, 2022 | Adventure, Ammanford, Explore, Llandeilo, Llanelli, Love, Milford Haven, Port Talbot Parkway, Swansea Station

It’s nearly half term, and with spring around the corner there’s never been a better time to get out and about by train. Travelling by train is an adventure in itself, and journeys on our rail network take in some wonderful views – but having an exciting activity or...
Get rambling and scrambling on our network this half term!

Get rambling and scrambling on our network this half term!

Feb 11, 2022 | Adventure, Education and Skills, Explore, Featured, Llanelli, Love, Pembrey and Burry Port, Pontarddulais, Uncategorised

Children can now enjoy fun-filled walks from Burry Port, Llanelli and Pontarddulais stations as part of the Ramble and Scramble project. We’ve teamed up with Heart of Wales Line and Ramblers Cymru to commission three colourful maps for children to follow; these are...
A day out in Llanelli by train

A day out in Llanelli by train

Jan 18, 2022 | Culture and Heritage, Explore, Food, Llanelli, Love, Nature

A historic market town set beside the blue sweep of the Loughor estuary, Llanelli has plenty to offer day trippers, from dreamy waterside walks to chances to delve into the town’s rich industrial history. Hop on a train to Llanelli station and plan your day around...
5 historical attractions to visit on our rail network

5 historical attractions to visit on our rail network

Jan 18, 2022 | Culture and Heritage, Explore, Fishguard and Goodwick, Fishguard Harbour, Lamphey, Llanelli, Love, Skewen, Swansea Station

South-West Wales is steeped in history. From the romantic ruins of Lamphey Bishop’s Palace to the beautifully restored Llanelly House in Llanelli, here are five of the best sights you can see by train and foot. Lamphey Bishops’ Palace – 10 minutes’ walk from Lamphey...
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