Camera Obscura and Cliff Railway, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion

Details

Accessibility

https://www.aberystwythcliffrailway.co.uk/accessibility and https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aberystwyth_Cliff_Railway

"Pre-booking:

Although it is not necessary to pre-book, it does help to contact us in advance if you have any special requests.

Accessible parking:

Situated to the left of the lower station, we have a small car park for adapted vehicles, however, this is for patrons only, and is also first come first serve. Should it be full, there is also a public pay and display car park 300 meters away on North Road.

Accessibility ramps and carriages:

Access is via paved ramp, and each carriage has a designated compartment with 830mm wide doors for wheel chair users, with our staff on hand to help passengers should the need arise. Please ask if you require further assistance.

As your safety is paramount, when negotiating the ramp, please:

don’t hesitate to inform staff if you have any concerns about using the ramp.

remove any bags or attachments that could affect your mobility aid’s stability, our staff can assist you to get any luggage safely on the train.

manage your speed, so as not to collide with other passengers or obstacles.

be aware of other passengers, who are not always alert to the needs of wheelchair and scooter users.

carefully line your mobility aid up at the bottom or top of the ramp, and proceed steadily and carefully in a straight line when on the ramp.

do not rush your manoeuvre, even if others are waiting to board the train.

do not attempt to turn until your mobility aid is clear of the top or bottom of the ramp.

encourage companions to allow staff to carry out any assistance on the ramp.

board forwards and alight backwards if in a wheelchair, scooter users should board and alight facing forwards.

if the design of your wheelchair, or particular safety features, mean you feel it is safer to alight the train facing forwards then please let the member of rail staff assisting you know.

If you have any queries regarding accessibility and your visit to us, please don’t hesitate to get in touch, our telephone number is 01970 617642, or if you prefer you can email us at manager@aberystwythcliffrailway.co.uk.

Brief description

https://www.aberystwythcliffrailway.co.uk/about-us

"Opened in 1896, electrified in 1921. The Aberystwyth Cliff Railway (Welsh: Rheilffordd y Graig) opened on 1 August 1896. It is a 778 feet (237m) long funicular railway, and is the second longest funicular railway in the British Isles. Since November 1987, the Aberystwyth Cliff Railway has been a Grade II listed structure. The Aberystwyth Cliff Railway opened in 1896, operating via a water balance system until electrification in 1921.

The unique design of the undulating track and tilted carriages is the work of George Croydon Marks. A man who played a key role in several projects during the golden age of funicular construction. He would later make his name in politics as Lord Marks, the liberal peer.

The carriages are brought to the summit at a stately 4 miles per hour. They are powered by a powerful motor and high-tensile steel cables supported by a sophisticated electronic safety system. At the midpoint of the journey, the railway ventures through a deep cutting, where 12,000 tons of rock was excavated to allow the winding footpath to cross via a series of bridges overhead.

Constitution Hill was the Victorian predecessor of our modern-day theme parks, and is still one of the areas most popular attractions. The visitors to the Victorian ‘Luna Park’ accessed the hilltop recreation area via the funicular cliff railway, and a century later visitors continue to retrace their ancestors steps via this wonder of Victorian engineering.

Today, just as it was a century ago, there’s plenty of fun for all the family at the summit. Once you have taken the train up Constitution Hill, there’s the Camera Obscura and the cafe and restaurant during the day, and themed parties and events in the evening.

To find out more about the Aberystwyth Cliff Railway come and visit us, we’re open throughout the year. If you have any questions, please call us on 01970 617642, we look forward to hearing from you."

See https://www.aberystwythcliffrailway.co.uk/things-to-do

Address

Aberystwyth SY23 2DN

Email

manager@aberystwythcliffrailway.co.uk

Phone

01970 617642

Website

https://www.cardigan-bay.com/cliff-railway-camera-obscura/

https://www.aberystwythcliffrailway.co.uk/

https://www.visitmidwales.co.uk/information/product-catch-all/aberystwyth-cliff-railway-business-events-p1738731
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aberystwyth_Cliff_Railway

Directions

"Finding us from the centre of Aberystwyth couldn’t be simpler. If you take the train station as your starting point, walk straight ahead for about a quarter of a mile, and when you get to the promenade look to your right and there we are.

If you have any questions about getting to the Aberystwyth Cliff Railway, please don’t hesitate to call us on 01970 617642.

• For the latest news on opening times, please click here for our noticeboard.
• For the lastest on our timetable and pricing, please click here.
• For accessibility information, please click here. "

Opening Times

Always check with the venue directly for up-to-date information including opening times and admission charges as they may be subject to change

See https://www.aberystwythcliffrailway.co.uk/timetable-and-prices

Transport

For further travel information in Wales please see: www.traveline.cymru/travel-info

Or call Traveline Cymru on 0800 464 0000

Amenities

https://www.aberystwythcliffrailway.co.uk/y-consti/cafe-and-restaurant

"Y Consti café: Y Consti café offers a warm welcome to all.

With a large indoor seating area, covered outdoor seating and the newly refurbished patio areas, you can enjoy a cuppa, some cake or a full meal whatever the weather.

Our freshly prepared, daytime menu offers a range of options to suit all tastes, and features a selection of gluten free and plant based options. We also have a dedicated children’s menu, a selection of sandwich and panini options, plus a range of classic main meals with breakfast served until 1pm.

For those with a sweet tooth, the café boasts an impressive range of cakes, cream teas and a wide selection of baked goods, including gluten free and vegan. We also have takeaway if you fancy a picnic, or are walking the coastal path and need a little something to keep you going.

When it comes to hot drinks and beverages, the café serves a delicious rich roast coffee sourced from environmentally conscious, Fairtrade and Rainforest Alliance supporting Dwyfor Coffee, based just up the road in Nefyn, and the luxury Marimba Melt Hot Chocolate, with all our chocolate sourced form a family run company in Sudbury.

There’s also a licensed bar serving beers, wines and spirits. With a selection of flavoured gins, the delightfully citrusy Barry Island IPA, a refreshingly crisp Prosecco and with a wide range of soft drinks, including slush puppies.

Please note: Full menu is subject to availability and will change depending upon the season.

Opening times: Daily – 10.00am till 5.00pm (last orders for meals 4.15pm).

Y Consti restaurant

Y Consti restaurant makes dining an experience, with unique transportation and stunning views over Aberystwyth, you will eat fabulous food overlooking a town positively twinkling under the night sky.

Since opening in 2005, Y Consti restaurant has been a popular destination for those looking for excellent food set amid a breathtaking setting. With a team of respected chefs and experienced waiting staff, Y Consti restaurant has rapidly gained a reputation for excellence.

We are able to cater evening meals (20 head minimum), functions and large group bookings including children’s parties, and with an in house disco available, you really can’t go wrong!

We provide a range of catering services, and can serve groups ranging in sizes from 20 to 100 people, and can provide catering for every dietary need, including gluten free and plant based meals. Should you require something specific, something special, please don’t hesitate to give us a call.

Large group restaurant bookings and functions travel free on the funicular railway when booking a three course meal. For the most up to date menus, or if you are looking to book an event of any description, please get in touch with us on 01970 617642.

The Cliff Railway apartment is located above the station and ticket office at the base of the longest electric funicular cliff railway in Britain. Available for 7 night bookings, and with free, unlimited passes to the top of Constitution Hill, where you can take in uninterrupted views of the coast from the summit or via the Camera Obscura, have fun playing miniature golf or enjoy a cuppa or meal in our cafe/restaurant – Y Consti. See https://www.aberystwythcliffrailway.co.uk/cliff-railway-apartment