I remember travelling on that train on quite a few occasions. My father worked for the railway. As a small boy I used to sit in the cab while the engine shunted, also remember sitting in the guards van heading towards Trawsfynydd.. I also remember the coaches which were a closed berth (no corridors) a heavy leather belt to open and close the windows. If you needed to go to the toilet then you had to get off in a station, always terrified that the train would leave me behind. There used to be a turntable on the way into Blaenau Ffestiniog where we used to play. Brilliant video well done to all.
The long shot of the train crossing Cwm Prysor viaduct brought memories of journeys with my older brother and mother . Crossing it in a snowstorm was almost like you were flying. The kindness of the station staff was shown one bitter winter evening when we were all huddled together in a compartment the door opened and the station master handed my mother an old fashioned stone hot water bottle wrapped in a grey blanket and asked her to give it to the guard when we reached Bala. Little acts of kindness. But I have always remembered with affection the people who ran the line.
Well done. It brought a tear to my eyes seeing this. It evoked so many memories of traveling form Ruabon through to Barmouth and to visit relations in Ffestinog. Hanging out of the windows smuts in the eyes and a clout off mam for keep doing it. Thank you for bringing those happy memories back.
Absolutely brilliant!! I have never travelled the line but seen a number of You Tube videos of the line including one using a drone and the attention to detail of the line places and surroundings is so accurate. I know you said it was a train sim but for that level of detail - it was excellent. Thank you for sharing
Thank you for letting us know. Your hard work is appreciated. We look forward to seeing the Corwen section when you publish it. The pleasure of a day out when you could move about and are not strapped in a car seat are alas something today's children will never know.
thanks so much for me the view this , so sad its all distroyed now and it all waits silently for the train to return one day , which wont be in my time i think , but one day who knows whats possible.
I have often wondered how Irish Leader Michael Collins on his release from Frongoch travelled to Holyhead to catch the mailboat back to Dublin. Did he catch a train to Blaenau Ffestiniog from Frongoch and then another train to Llandudno Junction and the to Holyhead in December 1916?
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I remember travelling on that train on quite a few occasions. My father worked for the railway. As a small boy I used to sit in the cab while the engine shunted, also remember sitting in the guards van heading towards Trawsfynydd.. I also remember the coaches which were a closed berth (no corridors) a heavy leather belt to open and close the windows. If you needed to go to the toilet then you had to get off in a station, always terrified that the train would leave me behind. There used to be a turntable on the way into Blaenau Ffestiniog where we used to play. Brilliant video well done to all.
Shwmei Bryn???
I know what you meant as a kid It used to be the fastest pee in history .
This was pure joy to watch! I’d have loved to see the real thing but this gave me a real feeling of what it would’ve been like. Thank you so much!
The long shot of the train crossing Cwm Prysor viaduct brought memories of journeys with my older brother and mother . Crossing it in a snowstorm was almost like you were flying. The kindness of the station staff was shown one bitter winter evening when we were all huddled together in a compartment the door opened and the station master handed my mother an old fashioned stone hot water bottle wrapped in a grey blanket and asked her to give it to the guard when we reached Bala. Little acts of kindness. But I have always remembered with affection the people who ran the line.
It's nice to hear that this reminded you of such good memories.
@@whiskymacable Good memories become more precious as you get older. Cheers for bringing some back.
Beyond brilliant. Absolute triumph. You have to be very proud of this film. Big thanks.
That was absolutley wonderful. Thanks so much for making this film
I drive the Bala-Transfynyd road often, and have seen the track bed. Amazing to see it brought back to life. Thank you
Well done. It brought a tear to my eyes seeing this. It evoked so many memories of traveling form Ruabon through to Barmouth and to visit relations in Ffestinog. Hanging out of the windows smuts in the eyes and a clout off mam for keep doing it. Thank you for bringing those happy memories back.
I am actually in the process of extending to Corwen..except I have developed a computer problem hopefully will be resolved by week comm 1st Aug
Simply fantastic. Well done.
Absolutely brilliant!!
I have never travelled the line but seen a number of You Tube videos of the line including one using a drone and the attention to detail of the line places and surroundings is so accurate.
I know you said it was a train sim but for that level of detail - it was excellent. Thank you for sharing
Absolutely fabulous !
Brings back many memories travelling on this line with my grandfather Gearge Guest.
Glad you enjoyed it, that's what they're all about...just a gentle reminder of long gone railway routes
Wow the work you must have put into this is a credit to you and your skill. Thank you and well done.
Have been driving from Nottingham through Trawsffyndd for more than 50 years this is really fascinating!
What a wonderful 'tourist' attraction that line would make these days sadly Lyn Celyn would stop that.
Thank you for letting us know. Your hard work is appreciated. We look forward to seeing the Corwen section when you publish it. The pleasure of a day out when you could move about and are not strapped in a car seat are alas something today's children will never know.
Absolutely Brill.Thanks for sharing.Walked most of the route.Many Thanks.
Great. Lots o work gone into this film. We'll done.
Superb video & superb music Vic.
thanks so much for me the view this , so sad its all distroyed now and it all waits silently for the train to return one day , which wont be in my time i think , but one day who knows whats possible.
amazing!! I live near here!
I have often wondered how Irish Leader Michael Collins on his release from Frongoch travelled to Holyhead to catch the mailboat back to Dublin. Did he catch a train to Blaenau Ffestiniog from Frongoch and then another train to Llandudno Junction and the to Holyhead in December 1916?
Yes, that would have been the quickest way
How on Earth did you do this it’s amazing
Train simulator, and I have extended to Ruabon & Barmouth since releasing this :)
@@whiskymacable absolutely amazing is the Ruabon to Barmouth section ready?
Not yet in 2 or 3 weeks depending on who else has any releases as I give them priority.
Where did you find this film brilliant i remember seeing the railway in the 50s on the way to Harlech! !!!
I created the Simulation route and videoed it myself, glad you enjoyed it :)
The state of the place now!!!
Hi - will you be doing the line from Ruabon?
I have and nearly finished..and will do a film later on.
thank you, excellent work . I know the line, sorry, track bed well .👍👍😊
This looks stunning! Where is it possible to get this route? Would love to drive through North Wales in TS.
Available on 'Recreating Britain's Lost Routes'
@@whiskymacable thanks!
is this on TS2023 ?? if so where can i get this ?? is it a free add on ??? many thanks in advance... great vidio by the way ...
It does say this in the title Will..Available to download on 'Recreating Britain's Lost Routes'
@@whiskymacable appologies, i did notice after i sent the message .. haha , thanks for the reply, yes ive asked to join 'Recreating Britain's Lost Routes'.. thanks again ..