News & Updates

Announcement Following on from the Vale of Rheidol Railway Limited’s submission of a Transport and Works Act Order on 20 January 2025, we are delighted to announce that their application was approved by the Welsh Ministers on Monday 19 May 2025. The decision letter can be found here 250520 Welsh Ministers’ decision letter. The order provides statutory authority for the Vale of Rheidol Railway Limited to operate the Brecon Mountain Railway subject to the completion of the intended sale of the BMR to the Vale of Rheidol.

This summer marks a major milestone for the Brecon Mountain Railway as we celebrate 45 years since our first passenger train ran on 8th June 1980. It was on that day our founder, Tony Hills, brought his vision to life by operating the very first service—laying the tracks for decades of heritage steam on the…

🚂 All Aboard for a Jurassic Adventure at Brecon Mountain Railway! 🦖 Sunday 15th June – where steam trains meet stomping dinos! Get ready for a roaring good time as Brecon Mountain Railway teams up with the epic dino experts at Dinomania for a prehistoric party like no other! Whether you’re a lifelong dinosaur lover…

🚶‍♀️ New for 2025! Ride & Ramble – Guided Walks + Steam Train Adventures 🌲🚂 Looking for a day out that’s a little different? A touch of steam, a hint of wilderness, and a full helping of fresh Welsh mountain air? We’re thrilled to introduce our brand new Ride & Ramble…

Winter Update We’ve filmed another winter update from the Railway – lots to talk about! Storm Bert Christmas didn’t start well at the BMR, with Storm Bert arriving and creating a huge landslide between Pant and Pontsticill.  This meant we had to halt all of our Santa Special trains, and resulted in lots of disappointing…

Workshop Update: Summer Progress While the workshop tends to be quieter during the peak summer season as many of our staff are on the footplate, it doesn’t mean things have come to a standstill. Here’s an update on the projects currently in progress, along with a video update from our General Manager, Stuart: Loco No….

Experience the Magic of Steam: Introducing the Footplate Pass on the Brecon Mountain Railway Nestled in the breathtaking landscapes of South Wales, the Brecon Mountain Railway has long been a cherished destination for railway enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. This year, we are thrilled to offer an unparalleled adventure that promises to take your passion…

We recently welcomed Caroline Quentin to the railway, as part of her Channel 4 ‘The UK’s National Parks’ series. We featured on episode 4 of the excellent series, and you can watch on catch up here. Caroline thoroughly enjoyed her visit although confessed to ‘not being interested in trains’…. she admitted ‘I got that wrong’…

We’ve now launched a new YouTube channel for the Railway, please follow and subscribe now!  We’ll be adding new content over the season, as well as some archive footage.  There are two videos on there now to kick things off!

Five Things to Know Before You Travel with Brecon Mountain Railway 1. Book Your Tickets Early Brecon Mountain Railway is a popular destination, especially during the holiday season and special events. To ensure you get the date and time that suits you best, it’s essential to book your tickets in advance. Early booking not only…