The Gruffalo & Child Visits! (Gwent)

Name: The Gruffalo & Child Visits! (Gwent)
Start: 2026-03-21T00:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-03-21T00:00:00+00:00
Location: Fox & Edwards Events

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Family waiting on a platform for a train

Point & Shoot Photos

Event Summary

Duration: 65 minutes (including meeting The Gruffalo & Child)

Departure Point: Furnace Sidings Station (NP4 9SF) - Free parking available.

What's Included: A return steam train journey with the opportunity to meet The Gruffalo & The Gruffalo's Child. Complementary goodies for children.

Dogs: Unfortunately, dogs are not permitted on this journey.

Come and meet The Gruffalo & The Gruffalo’s Child on 21st & 22nd March at intervals throughout the day at Blaenavon’s Heritage Railway!

Enjoy a a nostalgic steam train journey of 7 miles return through the former coal mining area, calling at The Whistle Inn, Coed Avon and Blaenavon High Level.

Every child will receive a complimentary storybook, activity sheet, crayon, biscuit and juice to enjoy during the journey.

The Gruffalo & The Gruffalo’s Child will be at Furnace Sidings Station to meet families, wave hello and pose for photos, so don’t forget your camera!