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Christmas

Mince Pie Specials — Llangollen Railway

  • Run by Llangollen Railway
  • Llangollen Railway Station — Llangollen, Wales, United Kingdom

Next: Dec 27, 2026 – Jan 2, 2027

Steam-hauled festive trains between Llangollen and Corwen in the days after Christmas, with a mince pie and a tipple for adults and a treat for children.

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Dec 27, 2026 – Jan 2, 2027

Daily Dec 27–Jan 2. From Llangollen 10:00, 12:20, 15:15; from Corwen 11:05, 13:45, 16:20.

From £12 (as published by the operator)

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About this event

The Llangollen Railway runs its Mince Pie Specials after Christmas, over the festive break, on the heritage line through the Dee Valley between Llangollen and Corwen. The operator describes them as a gentle steam-hauled outing with beautifully decorated carriages.

The ticket is a full line rover between Llangollen and Corwen, so passengers can hop on and off at Berwyn, Glyndyfrdwy and Carrog and split the journey to return on a later service. Adults receive a mince pie and a tipple, and children a treat and a drink. The operator also mentions mulled wine at Llangollen.

The Mince Pie Specials are a separate product from the railway's Santa Special, with their own page, dates and ticket.

What to expect

A return journey between Llangollen and Corwen behind a heritage steam locomotive in festively decorated carriages. Adults get a mince pie and a tipple (mulled wine at Llangollen), children a treat and a drink. You can hop on and off at Berwyn, Glyndyfrdwy and Carrog.

Practical info

Boards at Llangollen Railway Station, Abbey Road, Llangollen, Denbighshire LL20 8SN, or at Corwen. The ticket is a full line rover and journeys can be split to return on a later service. Dogs travel for a separate fee. Booking online or by telephone on 01978 860979.

Where it happens

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Frequently asked questions

Where do the Mince Pie Specials run?▾
Between Llangollen and Corwen. The ticket is a full line rover, so you can get on and off at Berwyn, Glyndyfrdwy and Carrog.
What time do the trains leave?▾
From Llangollen at 10:00, 12:20 and 15:15, and from Corwen at 11:05, 13:45 and 16:20, according to the operator.
What is included in the ticket?▾
A return journey on a heritage steam train in decorated carriages. Adults receive a mince pie and a tipple, and children a treat and a drink.
Can I split my journey?▾
Yes. The operator lists as a feature that you can split your journey and return on a later service.
Can I bring a dog?▾
Dogs travel for a separate fee, according to the operator's price list.
How do I book?▾
Online through the railway's ticket site, or by telephone on 01978 860979.

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Sources

Dates checked on Oct 18, 2026 from the official site: llangollen-railway.co.uk. Schedules can change — always confirm with the operator before you travel.

Official website: llangollen-railway.co.uk

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