News & Updates

🔥 Service Update – Temporary Switch to Diesel 🚂 Following the heightened fire risk and national alert issued yesterday, we’ve taken the decision to temporarily pause the use of our steam locomotives. With the surrounding countryside exceptionally dry, we simply don’t want to take any unnecessary risks. We’ll therefore remain diesel-hauled until we’ve had some…

Torpantau – End of the Line? For passengers travelling on the Brecon Mountain Railway, Torpantau is where the journey currently reaches its highest point—and where the line comes to an end. But has it always been the end of the railway, and could trains ever travel farther in the future? In our latest video, Ioan…

The recent spell of hot, dry weather has brought with it some stunning conditions for travelling through the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park, but it also means we have to take extra care when operating our steam trains. One of the greatest risks during prolonged dry periods is the possibility of a lineside fire. While our…

Discover South Wales by Steam: Brecon Mountain Railway Featured in Roam Wales Day Tour If you’re looking for a fantastic way to experience some of the very best attractions South Wales has to offer, we’re delighted to be part of the “Castles, Mountains & Railways” day tour operated by Roam Wales. This full-day guided adventure…

New ‘Excursion Car’ Built in Aberystwyth for Brecon Mountain Railway The Brecon Mountain Railway has welcomed the arrival of a brand-new carriage built entirely by the skilled engineering team at the Vale of Rheidol Railway’s workshops in Aberystwyth. The new “Excursion Car” has taken around 12 months to design and construct, and represents another example…

From 25 May until the end of September, Brecon Mountain Railway will be running steam trains 6 days a week, closing only on Fridays for maintenance. That means even more chances to enjoy a trip into Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park by steam. Trains depart from Pant station at 10:30, 12:30 and 14:30. It…

    Do you Believe? This year, we are taking the festive feeling to a whole new level by welcoming you to step aboard The Polar Express at The Brecon Mountain Railway for the first time. It’s a truly enchanting experience that brings the beloved Christmas story to life, right here in South Wales. You…

  Steam Season Begins at the Brecon Mountain Railway There’s always a special moment each year at the Brecon Mountain Railway when the steam locomotives return to service. After months of winter maintenance, preparation and inspection, we are delighted to confirm that both of our steam locomotives have today successfully passed their annual boiler examinations,…

Explore the Best of Steam and Scenic Trails: Train Rides with a Guided Walk at Brecon Mountain Railway If you’re looking for a day out that blends heritage rail charm with the beauty of the Brecon Beacons, our Train Rides with a Guided Walk experiences are the perfect way to spend time outdoors in 2026. …

Join Us for Our 2026 Croeso Day at Brecon Mountain Railway (Trade only) We’re delighted to announce our Brecon Mountain Railway Croeso Day, taking place on Tuesday 17th March 2026 — a special open day created especially for local accommodation providers and attraction owners. Each year, the Brecon Mountain…