WALKERS are being reminded that they cannot travel down by train if they become tired on the way up to Yr Wyddfa.
The reminder was issued by Llanberis Mountain Rescue Team, who received 33 callouts in April and carried out 19 deployments.
The team said in a statement: "We want to remind people that they cannot expect to be taken down by the train if they become fatigued on the way up Yr Wyddfa.
"We’ve recently had a couple of incidents involving people thinking they would be able to do this. Railway journeys are pre-booked, so if you are planning a route on the mountain, it’s important to make sure you have the time, fitness and equipment needed for the day ahead."
Injured walkers must contact Mountain Rescue via the police, by telephoning 999.
Snowdon Mountain Railway runs a traditional diesel service between March 28 and October 2026. From May 1, all services (weather permitting) will go to the summit.
They also run heritage steam services at various times throughout October 2026. Services start on May 4 and the final service will be on October 16. A round trip to the summit is approximately 2.5 hours, which includes a 30-minute stop at the UK's highest visitor centre, Hafod Eryri.
Information from Snowdon Mountain Railway says: "Single tickets to travel up the mountain are available to purchase online. Single tickets for travel down the mountain cannot be pre-booked. They are only available for purchase at the summit and are subject to availability.
"Travel may be disrupted or suspended due to weather or technical issues. High winds can affect service year-round.
"Hikers should be prepared to walk back down if needed."
An adult return (diesel) starts from £45 and a child return (aged between two and 15) starts from £35. For further ticket details, click here.
An adult return (heritage) is £62 and a child return (aged between three and 15) is £52. For further ticket details, click here.
In relation to the callouts in April, a statement from Llanberis Mountain Rescue Team said: "Common contributing factors included human error, poor decision making and inexperience in mountain environments. Many incidents could have been avoided with better preparation and route planning."
They added: "With good weather expected over the bank holiday weekend, we’re anticipating a busy few days on the mountains.
"Please remember that conditions in Eryri can change quickly, even when the forecast looks favourable at lower levels."
Before heading out, walkers should:
- Check the mountain forecast
- Make sure the route matches their experience and ability
- Carry the right equipment, including warm/waterproof layers, a headtorch, food and water
- Be prepared to turn back if conditions change
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