Llangollen Garden Railway Festival

The Llangollen Garden Railway Festival is one of the UK’s newest and fastest-growing events dedicated to large-scale model railways. Founded in 2022, it brings together garden railway enthusiasts, families and curious visitors for a full day of layouts, displays and specialist traders. The festival is held at the Llangollen Royal International Pavilion, a spacious and accessible venue ideal for showcasing impressive large-scale models.

Each year the festival features an expanding line-up of layouts representing different periods, countries and modelling styles. Visitors can enjoy live demonstrations, talk to experienced operators and discover the latest products from leading retailers and societies. With more than 40 stalls, the event offers a wide selection of equipment, accessories and unique finds for both new and experienced modellers.

The festival is entirely volunteer-run, created to celebrate the hobby and support the wider community. Since its launch, it has grown in attendance and scale, reflecting the increasing interest in garden railways across the UK. The organisers work closely with traders, exhibitors and local groups to deliver a welcoming and engaging experience for all ages.

A key part of the festival’s mission is giving back. Through ticket sales and support from visitors, the event has raised over £10,000 for local charities. The Llangollen Garden Railway Festival continues to develop each year, and full details about the upcoming event can be found at www.lgrf.co.uk