The newly-relaunched ‘Ales of Wales - Dee Valley Real Ale Train’ at the Llangollen and Corwen Railway was an outstanding success, with its opening night completely sold out and earning glowing feedback from passengers.
The event brought together everything that makes the railway special - a stunning journey through the Dee Valley, a lively social atmosphere, live music and a fantastic selection of Welsh ales.
Visitors were able to enjoy beers from respected Welsh breweries including Hafod Brewery from Mold and Purple Moose Brewery from Porthmadog, showcasing the very best of Welsh produce.
From the moment the Station Master’s Marquee opened, there was a real buzz around Llangollen Railway Station, with a beer festival atmosphere building ahead of departure.
On board, passengers enjoyed the unique experience of sampling ales while travelling to Corwen, through one of the most scenic railways in the UK, before stopping at Glyndyfrdwy to visit the ever-popular Porter’s Bar.
Live music from ‘Charlie Jones and Can Can’ went down a storm, with the atmosphere continuing long after the train returned to Llangollen.
James Veal, Events Co-ordinator at the railway, said: “We’re absolutely delighted with how the first Ales of Wales event has gone. It sold out, the atmosphere was fantastic and the feedback from passengers has been phenomenal.
"It was brilliant to support Welsh breweries and to see so many people enjoying the combination of great beer, live music and the railway. We’re always listening to feedback, and for the next train we’ll be introducing cask ales on board to enhance the experience even further. It’s all about making each event better than the last.”
With demand already high, the next Ales of Wales Real Ale Train is set to run on Saturday, May 9 when popular folk and Americana star Chris Greve returns to the railway.
* Tickets are available now at: https://llan.hops.org.uk/tickets/products/real-ale-train
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