Join us with YRP Heritage for a volunteering trip at the Ffestiniog Railway in North Wales.

These trips offer the chance to take part in hands-on heritage work with the railway’s infrastructure and operations teams.
No previous experience or PTS required, just some enthusiasm to get your hands dirty in a national park!

Accommodation
Accommodation will be provided in the railway’s mixed-dorm hostel at Penrhyndeudraeth, located in the Ffestiniog Railway station. This is just a 10 minute walk from the TfW station in Penrhyndeudraeth, on the scenic Cambrian Coast line with direct trains from Birmingham.
Everyone’s travel plans may look different - YRP will help to coordinate public transport arrivals and group travel where possible.

Itinerary

Thursday afternoon - Travel to the Ffestiniog Railway. Make your own way to the hostel in Penrhyn Ffestiniog station, LL48 6RB

Friday - Work on the railway. Working on the railway during the day, probably with the infrastructure team on a track renewal.

Saturday - Work on the railway and social. In the evening we will go for a meal at Spooners, the railway's own pub in Porthmadog. YRP will pay for food at the social.

Sunday - Work on the railway. We are hoping to have a tour or train ride on one of the days too.

Monday - Working and travel home. We will work on the railway until lunch. We will then travel home in the afternoon.
These weekends involve outdoor work on uneven ground and are not suitable for those with mobility issues due to site conditions.

Top tip: Ask you employer if they offer volunteering leave, the Ffestiniog Railway has a registered charity.

Tickets
Tickets are £10, which helps cover event costs. The cost of the hostel and Saturday night social are all included in this price.

Questions
If you have any questions, please contact: heritage@youngrailpro.com. A more detailed trip guide will also be sent out to via email with more information.