HALLOWEEN
GHOST TRAINs
Saturday 24th, Sunday 25th, Friday 30th, & Saturday 31st October 2026
EVENT INFORMATION
This event operates on a first-come, first-served basis. While we aim to accommodate everyone, high demand for tickets can make this difficult.
Please note that this is a PRE-BOOKING ONLY event. No tickets will be available for purchase at the event. On the night, you must present your emailed digital ticket, which will be exchanged for a wristband to allow access to the event. The QR code on your booking confirmation covers all passengers included in your booking.
The first departure is at 16:00. Each train journey will last approximately 15–20 minutes and will include a brief stop, as well as a wait at Garn-Yr Erw Halt (The Whistle Inn and Park).
Please arrive at least 20 minutes before your booked departure time. If you miss your booked departure, we may not be able to accommodate you on a later service. Departure & Location All trains will depart from: Furnace Sidings Station
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When travelling to the railway, please use the following postcode for your sat-nav: NP4 9AX
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If you have any queries regarding your booking then please use the ENQUIRY BUTTON on this page.
Please do not telephone as the number is for our retail shop in Blaenavon.
They will not be able to assist you with any booking related enquiries.
PLEASE READ PRIOR TO BOOKING
All children aged under 3 travel free.
Young people under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult (over 18) at all times.
Due to the nature of this event and the large numbers expected dogs are not allowed to attend.
Our Ghost Train services are generally suitable for those aged 5 and over. Those wanting a less scary experience are advised to book onto the earlier departures.
Wheelchair users - A small number of wheelchair users can be carried aboard each service - please book your ticket then contact us in advance with your booking reference number.
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All tickets must be purchased directly from this website - available soon.
Do not purchase tickets from any individual who offer you tickets for sale. All genuine tickets record names and contact details of the purchaser, and these will be checked on arrival at the event.
Our system will detect any bogus tickets that will result in you losing any money you paid for them.
Once purchased tickets are not transferable to a third party.
No concessions or discounts are available for this event.
Please be aware that due to limited volunteer resources, we regret that we do not offer a telephone booking service for this event.​
The event is only open to those who have a valid ticket to travel.
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All tickets are valid for ONE round trip from our Furnace Sidings station. You may break your journey at Whistle Inn Halt and return by a later train, but please ensure that you arrive in good time for the last train back to Furnace Sidings.
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It is the customer's responsibility to ensure that the correct date and time is selected at the time of booking.
We have limited capacity, and to ensure that everyone has the fairest chance of obtaining tickets at their
desired time, we cannot offer exchanges.
We do not issue refunds if you cancel or fail to turn up.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
FACILITIES
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Black Mountain Coffee Cafe will be open in the station building at Furnace Sidings
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Souvenirs: and gifts are available from our station shop. (Open on running days only) (cash and card payments)
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Toilets: Our main toilets (including accessible facilities) are located at the northern end of platform one at Furnace Sidings station. Additional portable toilets will be situated around the site.
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Accessibility: We are able to accommodate a small number of wheelchair users per train with boarding taking place via ramps deployed by the Guard. Accessible toilet facilities are available at Furnace Sidings station.
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Carers: Registered carers are allowed to travel free on production of valid identification. One carer place per full fare paying passenger.
