Rheilffordd Corris Railway
Situated just off the A487 between Dolgellau and Machynlleth
In the Heart of the Land of the Little Trains
CORRIS in the DULAS VALLEY
Ride in an old fashioned steam train on a journey that is enjoyable for everybody and just right for families. Take a gentle trip down the beautiful Dulas Valley in one of the observation carriages on this family-friendly steam railway. See sheep grazing on the riverside slopes by woodland old and new, with buzzards wheeling overhead. Look into our workshops during the short guided tour of the Railway's head quarters at Maespoeth, and after visit our shop and free museum at Corris. There see original slate-carrying waggons, and the 'chicken' living inside a rescued original Corris Railway carriage. Children can play with 'small world' toys, use a children's playground and try a family quiz. Lucky children might even get to blow the whistle and wave the green flag. Our volunteer drivers, firemen, guards and shop staff are all fully trained enthusiasts for railways and passengers and are always keen to share their 'inside' knowledge. The Railway and Museum are always 'works in progress', so visit us again to see how we are doing.
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A visit to the Corris Railway is highly recommended. Though the journey is at present short the volunteer society which runs the railway have made great progress over the 5 years that I have been visiting. Additional carriages have been completed, with two more under...More 
- first time i visited was 40 years ago and examined the site . i new one day the right collection of people would allow me to once again to ride on this railway . well returned this august bank holiday 2018 to do just that...More
- Following a walk in the Dulas Valley we happened by chance upon the Corris railway. It proved to be a delightful if short valley trip in beautifully presented carriages hauled by an immaculate locomotive. The visit was enhanced by very friendly and welcoming volunteer staff....More
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We recently stayed in Corris and on a rainy day decided to take our two young boys on the steam engine. It was a very short journey (around 10 mins each way) which they enjoyed followed by a guided tour around old engine sheds which...More 
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The rail trip was short but pleasant. Staff were OK, cafe and museum at corris was good. At the other station there was a tour of the workshop which enriched the experience making it better than other railways. But the corris toilets were poor, no...More 
- Done loads of railways but this one is a gem. Small, friendly and quiet. My kids, 5 and 3 loved it. Eventhough it's a short ride it's beautiful scenery in a comfortable carriage and an hours round trip is just right. At £15 for a...More
- This was the last railway (in Wales) on our to do list. We were, therefore, pleased to find this railway open when we were in the area. There is so little parking that it is best to find alternative arrangements. We parked in the Corris...More
- We have just had a railway themed holiday in mid Wales and of all the little railways we liked this best,from a 7 year old rail fanatic to a 70 year old grandma! The best thing was the enlightened talk from the obviously enthusiastic railway...More
- Although the experience left you wishing the journey was longer this is a gem of a railway. The volunteers bring the visit alive with their enthusiasm and knowledge. The visit starts with the shop and museum. The stock in the shop is excellent with lots...More
- Visited this little line recently the ride only takes just over 10 minutes but you get a well presented tour of the engine and carriage workshops together with the history behind the line which takes about 1/2 hour also a small museum and gift shop...More
A small railway with BIG ambition
We have big projects on the go: extending the line southwards to Tan y Coed Forest Amenity Site, re-developing Corris Station, and building a second new steam locomotive. Visitors can see parts of the new loco and four replica Victorian carriages in our workshops. Also see a model of the proposed new station at Corris in the museum.
Introduction
The Corris Railway is a narrow gauge (2' 3") railway whose origins date back to the 1850's. The line was initially built as a horse-and-gravity-worked tramroad to carry slate from the quarries.
Renaissance – 1966 on
In December 1966 a group of Talyllyn Railway Preservation Society members from the East Midlands formed what became The Corris Railway Society, with four goals…
The Present
During the year, generally between Good Friday and the end of October, the Corris Railway runs scheduled passenger services on Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays through the summer.
The Future
Though now firmly established as a tourist attraction in the Dulas Valley running between Corris village and Maespoeth, the Corris Railway is far from complete and several exciting new projects are being pursued.
The Falcon Locomotive
Building a replica of an original Corris Railway steam engine for the 21st century!
Help turn dreams into reality by donating to this appeal.
The Southern Extension
Would you like to see passenger trains running south of Maespoeth?
Help turn dreams into reality by donating to this appeal.
Can you help us?
  The Southern Extension | The Falcon Locomotive |
Please consider helping us to develop the Railway? Every penny counts, Thank You!
More Information
The museum and shop are open from 10.30am until 5.00pm on the running days shown on the timetable. Trains leave Corris Station on the hour from 11.00am to 4.00pm, (3.00pm on Santa Trains days). Round trips take 50 minutes and include a guided tour of the 140 year old engine shed and workshops at Maespoeth. Single tickets are not issued as due to planning rules all journeys must start and end at Corris Station. Well-behaved dogs are welcome. We try to ensure that steam trains run as advertised. The Railway may have to cancel, alter or suspend the published timetable with or without notice, or to use a diesel locomotive in the unlikely event of a breakdown or crew shortage. It accepts no liability for any loss, inconvenience, disappointment or delay caused by this.
Photograph Archives
Track our work in progress with
photographs updated most weeks
photographs updated most weeks
New Build Carriages
Keeping you up to date with progress
on building the new carriages
on building the new carriages
Accommodation
This is a list of some of the
accommodation found nearby
accommodation found nearby
Maespoeth Engine Shed
The Railway was awarded a grant of
£27,100 from Heritage Lottery Fund
£27,100 from Heritage Lottery Fund
Statutory Information
The Corris Railway Society
was Founded in 1966
was Founded in 1966
The Tattoo Locomotive
A 21st century version of the Kerr
Stuart "Tattoo" class locomotive
Stuart "Tattoo" class locomotive
Press Releases
Important information direct from
The Corris Railway Society
The Corris Railway Society
The Railway Museum
Gifts, Drinks and Light Refreshments
are available during operation!
are available during operation!
Photograph Archives
A range of photographs that we hope railway enthusiasts will find interesting.
2018 Photograph Archive
2017 Photograph Archive
2016 Photograph Archive
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