* The DMU leaving Berwyn station.
Railway enthusiasts and families are in for a treat this weekend as the Llangollen and Corwen Railway prepares to host its Heritage Railcars Gala on Saturday and Sunday October 17 and 18 featuring rare vintage diesel railcars, unusual train formations and a special evening journey through the beautiful Dee Valley.
The two-day celebration will bring together four heritage railcar types, with the eagerly anticipated Gala debut of the Class 110 Calder Valley unit, following extensive restoration work by the railway's dedicated volunteers.
The Class 110, comprising vehicles 51813 and 51842, will operate alongside the distinctive Class 109 Wickham, Class 108 and Class 127/108 units, providing an exciting programme of services between Llangollen and Corwen.
One of the highlights on Saturday will be the 9.30am departure from Llangollen, featuring Classes 110, 109 and 108 operating together in an impressive six-car formation. At Glyndyfrdwy, the Class 108 will detach, allowing the Class 110 and Class 109 to continue towards Corwen.
Sunday promises even more excitement, with a special six-car formation featuring Classes 110, 108 and 127/108 on the morning departure, offering another rare opportunity to experience these historic vehicles operating together.
Throughout the weekend, visitors will be able to enjoy an intensive timetable, with opportunities to travel on different railcars and experience unusual combinations not normally seen on heritage railways.
The celebrations will extend beyond the train services themselves.
At Llangollen Station, visitors will be able to see restoration work taking place on a Class 105 Cravens trailer car, while the Class 507 Preservation Society will be hosting a railway driving simulator in the station waiting room.
- There will also be traditional railway goods loading and unloading re-enactments, providing a glimpse into railway operations of the past.
- A special Saturday Evening Landcruise will provide another highlight, with Classes 110 and 109 operating an evening service departing Llangollen at 6.30pm.
- The train will pause at Glyndyfrdwy, where Porters Bar and the Tea Room will be open, before continuing to Corwen and returning to Llangollen at approximately 9.05pm.
- The evening journey is included at no additional charge for Gala ticket holders, while children under 16 can also travel free. Other adults can enjoy the evening service for £10.
- Jordan and the railway's catering team will be serving food and refreshments throughout the weekend, including catering for the Saturday evening train.
John Joyce from Llangollen Railcars said, "This promises to be a fantastic weekend for everyone who loves heritage railways, and particularly for those with a passion for Britain's classic diesel railcars.
"The debut of our Class 110 Calder Valley is a very special moment. It represents an enormous amount of dedication and hard work by our volunteers, who have spent countless hours bringing this wonderful piece of railway history back to life.
"We've put together a really exciting programme, with unusual formations, plenty of opportunities to travel behind different units, and a special evening service through the Dee Valley.
"But this isn't just an event for railway enthusiasts. Families and visitors looking for something different to do this weekend will find plenty to enjoy, from the beautiful scenery to the restoration displays and driving simulator.
"Most importantly, it's a celebration of our volunteers and everything they do to keep these historic vehicles operating for future generations."
Tickets for the Heritage Railcars Gala cost £36 for adults and £6 for children for a single day, or £65 for adults and £10 for children for the full weekend.
Tickets can be booked online at:
The Saturday Evening Landcruise can also be booked separately at:
All services and advertised formations are subject to operational requirements and vehicle availability.
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