The Hostel is for Volunteers and staff working on the Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland railways . The hostel provides excellent, well priced accomodation for anyone volunteering on the Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways. The hostel is split into 5 modules, each of which has its own fully equipped kitchen and two bathrooms. Each module sleeps up to 7 people, with the exception of module 6. module
6 has two twin rooms, and a bunk room, as opposed to being all bunk rooms. Rates vary, please enquire for more details. There is a communal lounge with freeview television and DVD player, and library/meeting area. Washing/drying facilities as well as wifi are provided at a small charge. There are caravan and camping pitches available. The hostel is open year round, with some restrictions on availability in the winter months. in summer, the hostel can fill up very quickly, so make sure to get your booking in fast! please make any enquiries by email. Payment must be made to the warden during your stay. Based a very short walk from both the Ffestiniog and main line Minffordd stations, two nearby bus stops, and with ample parking, the hostel is easily accessible to all. Evenings are very sociable, and can vary from a quiet night in watching TV in the lounge, to spending a night at the local beach under the stars, or perhaps having wander down to one of the bars in Porthmadog. The hostel is located approximately 1 mile from Boston Lodge Works, and 2 miles from Porthmadog Harbour station - both easily within walking distance, however there are plenty of local buses. Got a day off and looking for something to do? You couldn't be in a better location! Snowdon is easily accessible by road and rail. There's a beach just down the road, or a bigger one just outside Porthmadog. There are plenty of local walks, nearly all of them with stunning scenery. Rainy day? Why not take the train to the mines in Blaenau Ffestiniog? Fancy an ice cream? Take the train to Cadwaladers in Beddgelert! There are many exciting things to do in the local area, and great people to meet, at all times of year. We do have designated hostel wardens, but it is YOUR responsibility to keep the hostel clean and tidy - particularly your room and module. The hostel fees are more than reasonable, and to keep them that way we all need to do our bit. Nobody likes getting back from work at 8pm to find their kitchen area a tip! All volunteers and seasonal staff are welcome, young or old, whether you're a regular or this is your first time. Please note that under 16's must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. We look forward to seeing you.
