Garden Railway Festival and Llanfest heading to Llangollen
Llangollen Pavilion will host the Llangollen Garden Railway Festival on Saturday, June 7, followed by the return of Llanfest 2025 on Sunday, June 8.
Now in its fourth year, the Llangollen Garden Railway Festival has become one of the UK's leading model railway events.
More than 40 retailers will display large-scale model layouts from different eras and countries, along with live demonstrations.
The festival runs from 10am to 4.30pm and tickets cost £14, with free entry for accompanied children.
On Sunday, Llanfest 2025 launches the summer music season with a day of live performances.
Taking place from 2pm to 10.30pm, the festival will feature seven emerging bands from North Wales and the North West, offering a mix of rock, indie and club classics.
Early bird tickets are priced at £15 using the discount code LLANFEST25 at llangollen.net.
Tickets will cost £20 on the door.
Tickets for both events are available at the Llangollen Tourist Information Centre, Y Capel, Castle Street.
Keith Potts, representing the Llangollen Pavilion, said: "This weekend at the Pavilion is all about bringing people together – whether you're here to marvel at the intricate artistry of model railways or to party with brilliant live music.
"We're proud to be hosting two events that celebrate community, creativity and the unique spirit of Llangollen.
"It's a weekend not to be missed and the perfect start to another amazing summer in Llangollen."
For more details or to purchase tickets online, visit www.lgrf.co.uk for the Garden Railway Festival or the Llanfest ticket page for the music event.
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