The line remains largely volunteer-operated and an extension of another two-and-a-half miles to Corwen is planned with the long-term aim being the link back to the mainline network at Ruabon.
In the meantime, the railway trust is also trying to negotiate with Denbighshire Council to ensure they do not disturb the track bed needed for the train to leave Llangollen for Ruabon.
The long term aim of the railway trust is to reconnect the Llangollen line back to the national network at Ruabon and use it as a park-and-ride service for people coming to and from the tourist town.