Look through the calendar to see what is going on in and around the Blaenavon area.
The events listed are no more than 1 hours drive from the World Heritage Site so why not use Oakfield B&B as your base?
Hopefully there is something for everyone!
Ever wanted to work on a steam or diesel train?
Blaenavon’s Heritage railway are holding a volunteer recruitment weekend 6th & 7th April dedicated to giving potential volunteers a taster for the railway. There be representatives from all departments on hand to answer questions and show people around the site and railway. There are plans to have one steam and one diesel locomotive in use.
Trains will be running on the normal 4 train timetable.
Pop along and see for yourself what it’s all about.
For up to date information go to pbrly.co.uk
Ever wanted to work on a steam or diesel train?
Blaenavon’s Heritage railway are holding a volunteer recruitment weekend 6th & 7th April dedicated to giving potential volunteers a taster for the railway. There be representatives from all departments on hand to answer questions and show people around the site and railway. There are plans to have one steam and one diesel locomotive in use.
Trains will be running on the normal 4 train timetable.
Pop along and see for yourself what it’s all about.
For up to date information go to pbrly.co.uk
Easter Bunny arriving by steam train!
Every year the Easter Bunny pays a visit to see the families on board the steam trains at Pontypool & Blaenavon Railway.
This year is no exception.
There will be an Easter egg/chocolate treat for every child too.
Buy a Day Rover Ticket and travel all day on the train.
You can travel from our main station at Furnace Sidings to the Big Pit National Mining Museum for an underground tour. Our second journey takes you to Coed Avon and Blaenavon (High Level) where you can alight to explore the Heritage Town and Ironworks.
Friday 19th and Saturday 20th: We will be operating a one train timetable.
Sunday 21st and Monday 22nd April: We will be operating a two train time with a separate timetable for Furnace Sidings – Big Pit and Whistle Inn – Furnace sidings – Blaenavon with steam traction.
Why not catch the train to Big Pit station and enjoy some time underground?
For more information, updates and detailed timetables go to http://pontypool-and-blaenavon.co.uk
Easter Bunny arriving by steam train!
Every year the Easter Bunny pays a visit to see the families on board the steam trains at Pontypool & Blaenavon Railway.
This year is no exception.
There will be an Easter egg/chocolate treat for every child too.
Buy a Day Rover Ticket and travel all day on the train.
You can travel from our main station at Furnace Sidings to the Big Pit National Mining Museum for an underground tour. Our second journey takes you to Coed Avon and Blaenavon (High Level) where you can alight to explore the Heritage Town and Ironworks.
Friday 19th and Saturday 20th: We will be operating a one train timetable.
Sunday 21st and Monday 22nd April: We will be operating a two train time with a separate timetable for Furnace Sidings – Big Pit and Whistle Inn – Furnace sidings – Blaenavon with steam traction.
Why not catch the train to Big Pit station and enjoy some time underground?
For more information, updates and detailed timetables go to http://pontypool-and-blaenavon.co.uk
Easter Bunny arriving by steam train!
Every year the Easter Bunny pays a visit to see the families on board the steam trains at Pontypool & Blaenavon Railway.
This year is no exception.
There will be an Easter egg/chocolate treat for every child too.
Buy a Day Rover Ticket and travel all day on the train.
You can travel from our main station at Furnace Sidings to the Big Pit National Mining Museum for an underground tour. Our second journey takes you to Coed Avon and Blaenavon (High Level) where you can alight to explore the Heritage Town and Ironworks.
Friday 19th and Saturday 20th: We will be operating a one train timetable.
Sunday 21st and Monday 22nd April: We will be operating a two train time with a separate timetable for Furnace Sidings – Big Pit and Whistle Inn – Furnace sidings – Blaenavon with steam traction.
Why not catch the train to Big Pit station and enjoy some time underground?
For more information, updates and detailed timetables go to http://pontypool-and-blaenavon.co.uk
Easter Bunny arriving by steam train!
Every year the Easter Bunny pays a visit to see the families on board the steam trains at Pontypool & Blaenavon Railway.
This year is no exception.
There will be an Easter egg/chocolate treat for every child too.
Buy a Day Rover Ticket and travel all day on the train.
You can travel from our main station at Furnace Sidings to the Big Pit National Mining Museum for an underground tour. Our second journey takes you to Coed Avon and Blaenavon (High Level) where you can alight to explore the Heritage Town and Ironworks.
Friday 19th and Saturday 20th: We will be operating a one train timetable.
Sunday 21st and Monday 22nd April: We will be operating a two train time with a separate timetable for Furnace Sidings – Big Pit and Whistle Inn – Furnace sidings – Blaenavon with steam traction.
Why not catch the train to Big Pit station and enjoy some time underground?
For more information, updates and detailed timetables go to http://pontypool-and-blaenavon.co.uk
Coal Train Weekend
This Bank Holiday there will be the a new addition to the annual calendar – coal trains!
Coal Train Weekend will see a mixture of Passenger and Freight trains operate with steam and diesel locomotives. This is the first chance to see the new ‘mini-windcutter’ Mineral Wagons operating on a public open day.
The first train leaves Furnace Sidings at 11:00am and the last train arrives at 5:15pm. Refreshments can be purchased on board.
Alternatively, spend some time on the platform admiring the trains or having some food in the tea room. Eric’s Emporium will also be open so why not buy a memento of your visit.
For more information, updates and detailed timetables go to http://pontypool-and-blaenavon.co.uk
Coal Train Weekend
This Bank Holiday there will be the a new addition to the annual calendar – coal trains!
Coal Train Weekend will see a mixture of Passenger and Freight trains operate with steam and diesel locomotives. This is the first chance to see the new ‘mini-windcutter’ Mineral Wagons operating on a public open day.
The first train leaves Furnace Sidings at 11:00am and the last train arrives at 5:15pm. Refreshments can be purchased on board.
Alternatively, spend some time on the platform admiring the trains or having some food in the tea room. Eric’s Emporium will also be open so why not buy a memento of your visit.
For more information, updates and detailed timetables go to http://pontypool-and-blaenavon.co.uk
Trains In Miniature
Model trains running along miniature tracks alongside miniature buildings. It’s all in one lace and fun to watch.
Adults and children will be enthralled at the details of the models.
For more information about the event go to http://pontypool-and-blaenavon.co.uk
Presentation of a current Pontypool & Blaenavon membership card entitles the member to 10% discount when staying with us.
Trains In Miniature
Model trains running along miniature tracks alongside miniature buildings. It’s all in one lace and fun to watch.
Adults and children will be enthralled at the details of the models.
For more information about the event go to http://pontypool-and-blaenavon.co.uk
Presentation of a current Pontypool & Blaenavon membership card entitles the member to 10% discount when staying with us.