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SNOWDONIAN 2024 - Steam train footplate ride on the Ffestiniog Railway

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A very special footplate ride on the Ffestiniog Railway’s Snowdonian. A special steam train that travels the entire length of the Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways in a single day. 80 miles of glorious steam in one of the most beautiful parts of the British Isles - North Wales and Snowdonia National Park – Eryri to give it its proper name.

Richard joins Driver Matt and Fireman Tim on the footplate of Hunslet 2-4-0 Linda from Porthmadog to Tan y Bwlch, leading as the pilot engine from Minffordd, on a glorious April day in 2024.

Sit back, turn up the volume, and bask in some wonderful Snowdonian narrow gauge steam!

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Presenters - Nigel Harris (@railnigel on X) & Richard Bowker CBE (@SRichardBowker). General Manager: Stef Foster (@stefatrail)
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A footplate ride on the Ffestiniog Railway’s Snowdonian steam train is captured in this video, showcasing a journey through North Wales and Snowdonia National Park. The footage features a special trip from Porthmadog to Tan y Bwlch, with the train leading as the pilot engine from Minffordd. The route includes stops at locations such as Penrhyn, Boston, and 199. The video provides an immersive experience of narrow gauge steam travel in one of the UK’s most scenic regions.

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  • Platform ID eMlmbQ1Mv5s
  • Views 16,758
  • Date published 7 May 2024 19:30
  • Date added 14 Jan 2026 23:03
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