I recently took a DNA test at the instigation of my sister-in-law, who has an interest in family trees and ancestry more generally. It came back as “100 per cent North Wales”. This did not surprise me ...

Nestled in Gwynedd, Wales, this picturesque village sits alongside the river and boasts far more than initially apparent. Located between Dolgellau and Machynlleth, Corris is a delightful village with ...

08:00, Mon, Nov 17, 2025 Updated: 10:25, Mon, Nov 17, 2025 Nestled peacefully in Gwynedd, Wales, this village sits alongside the river, concealing far more treasures than initially apparent.

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A river in Eryri has become an unlikely social media sensation, with travel influencers flocking to its crystal-clear waters and picturesque old stone bridge. Despite the chilly time of year, some ...

A limited number of tickets are remaining and they are going quickly. Those wishing to attend can book their tickets online at Rheilffordd Corris Railway Passengers are reminded that their journey ...

Esyllt Sears speaks to Leroy Brito and takes a trip on a steam train at the Machynlleth Comedy Festival 2024. In this episode Esyllt Sears speaks to Leroy Brito and takes a trip on the Corris Railway ...

The modern world might seek ever-faster and ever-sleeker rail transport, but there is something undeniably magical about an historic steam train, chugging and puffing rhythmically as it meanders ...

2024 has seen rapid progress on the construction of the new embankment - a key part of the Southern Extension of Corris Railway. Once complete, the extension will double the length of the journey ...

The railway has been building an embankment, with 20 lorries a day discharging material from the new Dyfi Bridge project at Machynlleth during February. This progress has wider implications for Corris ...

A new extension to a railway in Mid Wales is continuing to progress. Corris Railway is working to complete a new southern extension which will eventually double the length of the revived section of ...

Corris Railway’s new Falcon steam locomotive is in the running for a Heritage Railway Association Award. For the second year running, the £400,000 reconstruction project from Corris Railway, near ...