Snowdonia
Mountainous region and national park in north Wales
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Ogwen Valley
The Ogwen Valley area from Bethesda to Port Penrhyn was included in the Slate Landscape of Northwest Wales UNESCO World Heritage Site, recognizing its historical significance in the roofing slate industry.
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| December 19 2021 | A derailment occurred on the 4th passenger coach (no. 125) just after crossing Brynyfelin River Bridge, resulting in a two-day line closure. |
| April 16 2019 | Diesel locomotive Vale of Ffestiniog passed a signal at danger and entered a single line section without authority while traveling light engine from Dinas to Porthmadog. |
| June 10 2018 | Locomotive 143 was derailed near Clogwyn y Gwin South foot crossing due to front bogie suspension failure, with 74 passengers and 7 staff on board but no injuries. |
| January 2014 | Ffestiniog Railway wrote to Caernarfon Council, confirming they would not support a narrow gauge rail extension to Bangor, but supported reconnecting the town to the national rail network using standard gauge. |
| 2011 | Completed restoration of the full Welsh Highland Railway line. |
| 2011 | A previously stopped station was reopened, continuing the railway's development and expansion. |
| February 19 2011 | First through services began between Caernarfon and Porthmadog Harbour station. |
| October 30 2010 | First passenger trains operated between Caernarfon and Porthmadog, running for project sponsors. |
| October 30 2010 | Inaugural Train arrived at the 24.7-mile point, signifying further extension of the railway line. |
| October 15 2010 | Received approval from Office of Rail Regulation for passenger operation following an official visit. |
| May 27 2010 | New station sections were opened, expanding the railway's route. |
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