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Heritage railways Β· South Wales

Rheilffordd Gwili (Gwili Railway)

Also known as: Rheilffordd Gwili

Free admissionπŸ‘ͺ Family-friendly

Rheilffordd Gwili (Gwili Railway) is a heritage railway in the United Kingdom.

Railway points - geograph.org.uk - 6400472

Alan Hughes β€” CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1.5 h–3 h
Best time of year
Spring – autumn
Nearest railway station
Danycoed Β· 0.0 km
  • Free entry
  • Family-friendly

About

Rheilffordd Gwili (Gwili Railway) is a heritage railway in the United Kingdom β€” a preserved or volunteer-run line carrying tourist services. Also known as: Rheilffordd Gwili. Coordinates: 51.9073Β°, -4.3306Β°.

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Official information

Gwili Railway is a preserved railway located in Carmarthen, Wales, offering scenic steam train rides through picturesque countryside. Visitors can enjoy the beauty of the Welsh landscape while experiencing the charm of vintage locomotives and the enthusiasm of dedicated volunteers.

Place summary

Rheilffordd Gwili, located in Cynwyl Elfed, South Wales, is a heritage railway. It offers a glimpse into the history of steam rail transport in the region. The railway operates trains on a preserved section of track, providing an insight into the operational practices of the era.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
51.9073, -4.3306
Parish
Cynwyl Elfed
Postcode
SA33 6AR
Parliamentary constituency
Caerfyrddin
Nearest railway station
Danycoed β€” 0 km
Opening
Wednesdays, Thursdays and most Sundays

Sources

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Pen-y-Gar, Llanpumsaint

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Where to eat & stay near Rheilffordd Gwili (Gwili Railway)

Places to stay

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Campsites Β· South Wales

Woodland Rise camping and caravan site

Woodland Rise camping and caravan site β€” a campsite in wales south.

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B&Bs Β· South Wales

Castle Hotel

Castle Hotel β€” a bed-and-breakfast in wales south.

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Hotels Β· South Wales

Rose and Crown

Rose and Crown β€” a hotel in wales south.

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Hotels Β· South Wales

Boars Head Hotel

Boars Head Hotel β€” a hotel in wales south.

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Hotels Β· South Wales

Hotel Spilman

Hotel Spilman β€” a hotel in wales south.

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Campsites Β· South Wales

Towy View Touring Caravan & Camping Park

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Places to eat & drink

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Restaurants Β· South Wales

The Raj

The Raj β€” a restaurant in wales south.

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Historic pubs Β· Mid Wales

The Bunch of Grapes

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The Three Horseshoes

The Three Horseshoes β€” Historic pub β€” listed building or notable heritage status.

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White Hart

White Hart β€” Historic pub β€” listed building or notable heritage status.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Rheilffordd Gwili (Gwili Railway)?
Rheilffordd Gwili (Gwili Railway) is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode SA33 6AR), in the parish of Cynwyl Elfed.
What is Rheilffordd Gwili (Gwili Railway)?
Rheilffordd Gwili (Gwili Railway) is a heritage railway in the United Kingdom.
How do I get to Rheilffordd Gwili (Gwili Railway)?
The nearest railway station is Danycoed, about 0.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode SA33 6AR.
How do I get to Rheilffordd Gwili (Gwili Railway)?
The nearest railway station is Danycoed, about 0.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SA33 6AR.