# Pontypool and Blaenavon Railway — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Journey through scenic Welsh valleys aboard heritage steam and diesel trains, with children's play areas and refreshments making this a perfect day out for all ages. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/blaenavon/attractions/pontypool-and-blaenavon-railway (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Tourist Attraction # Pontypool and Blaenavon Railway 33 Broad Street [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=11780927793843520475&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Blaenavon's Heritage Railway / The Pontypool and Blaenavon Railway](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/110795078937966178237) **In short:** Pontypool and Blaenavon Railway is an attraction in Blaenavon, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 13 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Pontypool and Blaenavon Railway Journey through scenic Welsh valleys aboard heritage steam and diesel trains, with children's play areas and refreshments making this a perfect day out for all ages. ## What's nearby - Blaenavon Forgings Limited 200m away - Rhymney Brewery 300m away - Forged Solutions Group - Blaenavon 400m away - The Abergavenny Fine Food Co. 400m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Opening hours **Monday** Closed **Tuesday** Closed **Wednesday** Closed **Thursday** Closed **Friday** Closed **Saturday** 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM **Sunday** 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [Ian J](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/117630682808457681435/reviews) ★★★★★ It's a popular place (with schools) we failed to go on a day when there weren't multiple groups of children. They are very well organised at the exhibition and will keep you separate from the school groups. This can affect the waiting time and ours was about an hour. The tour underground is revealing and you have a good sense of the terrible conditions the early miners faced. Probably not a good idea if you are claustrophobic, the is the King Coal mining experience as an alternative. There is plenty else to see, my favourite was the Pithead Baths exhibition. You pay £5 for parking (all day) and the complex is free to visit, you can book ahead for a particular time slot but will pay more for this option. There is a café and toilets on site. · via Google [Benjamin McHenry](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/100990272696426980744/reviews) ★★★★★ The surroundings are beautiful, the museum is great, the station is like the poor family member that got forgotten, bit of a dump, all broken, smashed windows. Really lets the attraction down. · via Google [James esquire.](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/111969066566050513033/reviews) ★★★★★ Superb experience- excellent educational tours conducted by professional x miners! ¥es a rewarding day all round for reasonable price! Underground Tours 50minutes but r so thrilling they seem to pass in half the time! Will definitely return for my 5th visit ₩ith a new group! · via Google [John Dark](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/100137835926910694850/reviews) ★★★★★ Great experience, we were surprised that this attraction is not advertised more ? It's not a long journey but the scenery is beautiful & the staff (all volunteers) were friendly & helpful with good knowledge of the heritage of the railway & engines 👏👍. · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x4871d8659a5207bb:0xb5af624e95c9be6d!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Visitors say this heritage railway offers a wonderful insight into the past, with many enjoying the steam train rides and special themed events like the Halloween and Santa Express trains. They also highlight the delicious fish and chips and the friendly, dedicated staff and volunteers. Guests mention the reasonable prices for the experiences, especially for the themed events. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** QVHQ+CF, Pontypool, NP4 9AX [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=51.7742260%2C-3.1049634) **Category** Railways & Transport **Guest rating** 4.4 / 5 (13 reviews) **Prices from** £14 **Suitable for** All Ages **Setting** Outdoor **Good for children** Yes **Destination** Blaenavon [More attractions in Blaenavon](https://staycation.co.uk/blaenavon/attractions) ★ 4.4 (13 reviews) From £14 [Book tickets — from £14.40](https://www.awin1.com/pclick.php?p=40903122184&a=35498&m=86769) on Lovetovisit — affiliate link [Visit official website](https://www.pontypool-and-blaenavon.co.uk?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01495 792 263](tel:01495792263) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Blaenavon **Postcode** NP4 9AX **Payment** Cards, Contactless **Plus Code** 9C3RQVFW+M2 [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x4871d8659a5207bb:0xb5af624e95c9be6d!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x4871d8659a5207bb:0xb5af624e95c9be6d!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x4871d8659a5207bb:0xb5af624e95c9be6d!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Blaenavon Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Pontypool and Blaenavon Railway suits all ages. ### Is Pontypool and Blaenavon Railway wheelchair accessible? Pontypool and Blaenavon Railway has a wheelchair-accessible entrance. ### How do I contact Pontypool and Blaenavon Railway? Call Pontypool and Blaenavon Railway on +44 1495 792263. ## More near Pontypool and Blaenavon Railway ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [The Lion Hotel ★ 4.6 · 0.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/blaenavon/hotels/the-lion-hotel) - [3B Guesthouse ★ 5.0 · 1.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/blaenavon/hotels/3b-guesthouse) - [Pantybeiliau House Bed & Breakfast ★ 5.0 · 3.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/abergavenny/hotels/pantybeiliau-house-bed-breakfast) - [Mill Lodge - Brecon Beacons ★ 4.9 · 3.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/abergavenny/hotels/mill-lodge-brecon-beacons) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [Zebra House ★ 4.0 · 0.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/torfaen/cottages/zebra-house-uk39450) - [Black Cat Bach 3.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/monmouthshire/cottages/black-cat-bach-syk1002911) - [Rabbit Hill Hut 3.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/monmouthshire/cottages/rabbit-hill-hut-syk1110225) - [Railway Carriage 3.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/monmouthshire/cottages/railway-carriage-syk980941) ### Campsites nearby - [Crowfield Woodland ★ 4.7 · 3.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/abergavenny/camping/crowfield-woodland) - [Willow Acres Campsite ★ 5.0 · 4.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/pontypool/camping/willow-acres-campsite) - [Pyscodlyn Farm Caravan and Camping Park ★ 4.7 · 4.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/crickhowell/camping/pyscodlyn-farm-caravan-and-camping-park) - [Pyscodlyn Caravan Park ★ 4.7 · 4.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/abergavenny/camping/pyscodlyn-caravan-park) ### Things to do nearby - [Big Pit National Coal Museum ★ 4.8 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/blaenavon/attractions/big-pit-national-coal-museum) - [Blaenavon Ironworks ★ 4.6 · 0.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/pontypool/attractions/blaenavon-ironworks) - [Abertillery & District Museum ★ 4.7 · 3.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/blaenau-gwent/attractions/abertillery-district-museum) - [Kingdom Come ★ 4.4 · 4.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/abergavenny/attractions/kingdom-come)