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Railway 200 (2024/2025)

Some railway related decorated rocks

Painting stones at Taff Rocks

Railway 200 celebrated 200 years of the modern railway and its lasting impact on communities across the South Wales Valleys and beyond.Through local events, heritage walks, creative sessions and community activities, the project connects national celebrations with the rich railway history of the Three Valleys.By exploring shared stories, historic journeys and local heritage, Railway 200 helps build pride in the railway’s past while encouraging engagement with rail today.

What this project included

  • Community events and creative activities linked to Railway 200
  • Heritage walks exploring local railway history
  • Partnership working with local groups, historians and organisations
  • Celebrations connecting national milestones with local stories

What’s next

Railway 200 activity will continue beyond 2025, with further events and projects planned to extend the celebrations and deepen community engagement into 2026.