Van 2
- This is the current Van 2. For the previous Van 2 see Van 10.
| Van 2 | |
|---|---|
 Van 2 on its inaugural journey 18 June 2026. | |
| Type | Brake Composite |
| Seating | 24 x Third |
| Home Railway | WHR |
| History | |
| Built by | Boston Lodge |
| Built | 2026 |
| Technical | |
| Length | 27 ft 5 in |
| Carriages | |
Van 2 is a brake van on the Welsh highland Railway. It is a replica of a NWNGR Ashbury brake van. Built by a small team of regular carriage works volunteers over 7 years.
The steel chassis, running gear, final paintwork and commissioning being the only elements where the full time paid staff contributed to the build.
Van 2's first journey was on 18 June 2026 to Rhyd Ddu, a private trip to mark a special event for the FR Trust, which included the sponsor of the carriage. It was incomplete on this trip as it lacked the brake equipment allowing it to be used as a guard's van. The paintwork was also unfinished as well as a number of other small jobs.
It is expected that Van 2 will see regular use on the vintage sets used for Yr Aberglaslyn services.