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Dyffryn, our lovable dragon, is back at the Vale of Rheidol on14th, 27th & 28th August.

Join us in the Museum and on our Aberystwyth platform for family fun, including:

Children’s Entertainment Galore!
From silly storytelling to interactive performances with music, games, dances and non-stop fun for little ones of all ages!

Meet & Greet with Dyffryn the Dragon
Take photos, get hugs, and a free Selfie pic with Dyffryn.

Doors to the museum open at 9.30am with performances running throughout the day. Dyffryn will also be on the platform to wave the train off during departures.

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'Dyffryn's Big Day Out' | Vale of Rheidol Railway

Type:Railway Event

Rheidol Railway, Park Avenue, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 1PG

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Tel01970 625819

Opening Times

Event (14 Aug 2025)

Season (27 Aug 2025 - 28 Aug 2025)

Vale of Rheidol Railway, AberystwythAll aboard for an unforgettable 12 mile journey from Aberystwyth to Devil's Bridge travelling up 680ft through some of Wales’ most spectacular scenery on a historic narrow-gauge steam railway.

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