Now you can relive those bygone days when the most powerful steam locomotives in the land headed great named expresses like the south yorkshireman and the master cutler, as they raced to the capital. The guys who run the service, take real pride in providing a. We offer a variety of experiences to suit your budget, interest and requirements from footplate rides to half and full day experiences driving a. You will be one on one with the driver, as participants you will help clean and prepare the loco before firing it up and taking it for a spin. Ever dreamt of driving a full sized steam locomotive, or know someone whose. Journey back in time and enjoy a nostalgic steam or diesel train ride on one of derbyshires preserved heritage railways or take an historic tram ride through time at crich tramway village, home of the national tramway museum an ideal day out for all ages take a nostalgic train ride with peak rail, which is a preserved railway operating between matlock and rowsley south stations.
Cream tea and steam experience for two at ravenglass railway. Whatever the name people from all walks of life and of all ages have a love of trains and would relish the chance to drive a real life steam or diesel locomotive engine. The experience has left a great impression, not just for me, but also on the rest of my family. Drive a steam train experiences start at bury bolton street station at 8.
Steam train driving and footplate rides are amongst our most popular activities. Puffing billy the puffing billy railway offers train driver experiences in a 120 year old steam engine, a couliett locomotive built in 1886 for use in paris. Heritage railway and steam train rides midlands, uk. If so, then a footplate experience day at the midland railway. This is the ultimate footplate experience for steam train enthusiasts. The bluebell railway will be running some a very special days for lovers of steam. Whats involved from march to october, the midland railwaybutterley holds a series of courses, where a maximum of 6 participants can learn how to operate and control a steam locomotive. For a firsthand account of a participants experiences on a steam footplate experience course, click here. Steam train rides are an excellent way to make memories that will last a. This unique experience to drive along our 6 mile railway, restored and relaid after a 30 year battle is available to purchase for you and members of your family. Dining and riding a steam train through the countryside is an unforgettable gift and day out for all. Footplate experience is the only searchable footplate experience database of uk steam and diesel train driving and riding packages. You will drive and fire a coal fired steam railway locomotive pulling your own private train.
Somerset railway rover 2 adults and steam locomotive driving experience. Courses are held on specific dates during the year starting at 8. Book well in advance for our train driving experiences though, as demand is high. As if that isnt just a little bit special, this steam train is red. A wonderful train experience for my retirement from mainstream railway operations, my colleagues bought me an experience day at loughborough driving a classic steam engine. Ideal for birthdays, anniversaries, corporate gifts or team building with a difference. Steam railway experience days east anglian railway museum. Be it steam or diesel, a drive a train experience makes for a fantastic gift for a family member or a friend, you can even purchase an open voucher so that the lucky recipient can choose when they want to embark on their journey. Footplate experience find your perfect uk steam or diesel. These experiences are undertaken on a locomotive from the srpss extensive fleet. Driving and footplate experiences telford steam railway.
The perfect day for the heritage railcar enthusiast. The diesel driver experience can be enjoyed on any day when we are not running passenger services, i. Haul a full train of carriages for the entire length of the line, enjoying 10 miles as driver and 10 miles as fireman. This once in a lifetime experience is your chance to operate a fullsize steam locomotive on connecticuts beautiful valley railroad. Some experiences are full day train driving days, so youll be kept busy the whole day long with your. Browse below to find the perfect present today from virgin experience days. I would like to congratulate your society on the concept of the train driver experience. Bring along three guests, to travel in a carriage free of charge and share the ride. There are a few autobiographies in the form of books either written by themselves or with the assistance of professional writers and there are the footplatemen who became general writers notably mckillop and the essery brothers. An enchanting steam train outing will delight the whole family. We offer the thrill of firing and driving a fullsized steam or diesel locomotive on one of britains premier preserved railways. Take the controls under the guidance of our of our skilled instructors and enjoy lunch in a local establishment. Luxury trains and heritage steam virgin experience days. Derbyshire leicestershire lincolnshire northamptonshire.
Driver experience days gloucestershire warwickshire. A notforprofit, volunteer run organisation offering steam train rides, train driver experiences, group charters, as well as family events and specials. Find fantastic luxury trains and heritage steam gifts for a friend or even treat yourself. When trainspotting is just not enough any more, give the gift of a lifetime and treat a lucky loved one to the diesel train driving experience in derbyshire, guaranteed to be a truly unforgettable day. Learn to drive a miniature steam train, near southampton. If you have pre booked or purchased a voucher for one of our driver experiences, we will reschedule your day as soon as we are in a position to do so. How many of us have gazed longingly into the cab of a simmering engine as the crew prepare her for the journey ahead. Drive a train there can be no better or more memorable surprise than to fulfil a childhood ambition and take to the footplate of one of our steam or diesel locomotives. Steam trains train experiences virgin experience days. Driving a steam train is an experience for dedicated steamies, but some may savour a salubrious meal with family and friends. Drive a train on a journey of adventure that you will never forget. Steam train driver experience the bellarine railway. Learn to operate a steam locomotive and about other railway duties and, if you choose the fullday experience, you take control in our signal. Whether youre the handson kind of person looking to take one of these glorious locomotives out for a spin, or after something more refined like, for instance, wine, weve got a first.
As is often the case with trains, if you know someone whos into them, theyre most likely really into them. Feel the heat of the fire and experience the sights and smells of a bygone era. A driver s license is not required for the learn to drive a steam train experience. Steam driver experience days realise a childhood dream with a one day course. Bookings may be limited during the summer fire danger period months december march. If youre looking for gift ideas then virgin experience can offer a wide range of different kinds of gift experiences such as a steam train driving experience. Come along and experience firsthand firing and driving one the railways fleet of historic steam engines b. Once upon a time every young boy aspired to be an engine driver when the sights, sounds and smells evoked the glory days of travel by train. Alternatively, why not explore some other sightseeing days out nearby, including museums and art galleries, or tourist attractions. Hot lunch for the participant with the option to include guests halfday guided tour behind the scenes of the east lancashire railway. Steam train gift experience days the golden age of steam may be long gone, but the chance to enjoy a trip on a steam train is certainly not. Though steam is no longer our main source of motive power it has lost none of its romance. Peak rail heritage railway in the middle of derbyshire and the peak district. This unique experience begins with instruction on safety aspects, basic locomotive theory and operation.
Select a journey day out with thomas events and specials heritage train service train driver experiences if you cannot find what you are looking for please call us on 03 5258 2069 or send an. Preparation of steam locomotive for service driving a steam locomotive hauling passenger train 36 miles refreshments including a cooked lunch price. Experience attractions that have been the star of numerous movies. Its full steam ahead as you and an other customer take charge of a locomotive, with a footplate crew in support, for a 16 mile round trip.
All courses start and finish at rowsley south station and we would therefore ask you to arrive at least 15 minutes before the course commences. Jump onboard and experience the chug of the engine and shriek of the whistle for yourself. Steam train gift experience days activity superstore. So, sit back and relax as you meander through unspoilt english countryside. There are 37 derbyshire railway and transport attractions to pick from.
On arrival please report to the buffet which is situated at the top of ramp. Spend the day in a small group learning about the operation and handling of one of the first generation railcar stalwarts. Get your engine drivers hat on for a steam train experience at spa valley railway where you get to be the driver. Footplate experience find your perfect uk steam or.
There is a fairly extensive biographical literature on engine drivers. Steam locomotive packages great central railway the uk. Oct 26, 2017 haul a full train of carriages for the entire length of the line, enjoying 10 miles as driver and 10 miles as fireman. Steam train driving experience virgin experience days. In the meantime, weve extended our voucher validity from 12 to 18 months giving you plenty of time to take your experience. The perfect gift for family, friends or colleagues. Peak district heritage railways and trams derbyshire. It was so interesting to get a snapshot of yesteryear and how different things ran compared to todays modern railway systems. Put your hand on the throttle and learn to drive a train. Have a taste of driving our diesel multiple unit on the main line. Full day diesel train driving in derbyshire experience days.
Steam and diesel train experiences discover a range of classic diesel and steam train experiences to get your next train journey on track. Steam train days out hop aboard with a steam train day trip for two. Whether youre a keen enthusiast, or have always imagined yourself manning the controls but never put a step on a footplate before well tailor the course to your individual needs, so that you can get the most from your time spent enjoying the thrill of driving a steam traction engine. Get absolutely steaming with excitement for these steam train experiences. Drive a steam train train driving experiences into the blue. Steam train driving experience severn valley railway. Steam driver experience the foxfield railway offers the thrill of firing and driving a fullsized steam locomotive. Uk steam rail day trips the railway touring company. Take an unforgettable steam train ride through spectacular yorkshire countryside. With so much history and character to immerse yourself in, this truly is the making of a dream come true. We bought a steam driver experience for our father as a 70th birthday present. Drive a steam train train driving experiences into the. Each voucher comes beautifully presented in a gift card, which in itself makes for a lovely souvenir. The chance to spend a day at a heritage railway surrounded by steam and diesel locomotives is pure nostalgia and loved by all ages.
Railway attractions of yorkshire heritage welcome to. We have a variety of experiences including bluebell railway steam train tip and visit to wakehurst place botanic garden for two, west somerset railway rover 2 adults and steam locomotive driving experience. This is a day s experience on all aspects of preparing a steam locomotive, and driving it on our one and a quarter mile track. Hop aboard the footplate and join the fireman and driver for a unique experience driving a beautiful steam train. Experience gifts in derbyshire containing a large portion of the peak district with its picturesque patchwork of green hills, derbyshire is the perfect setting to enjoy a unique experience. Hop aboard some classic steam trains and prepare yourself for a day to remember. I speak highly of your organization to all others that i have contact with and recommend the experience to them.
Take the driving seat on one of our fullsize steam locomotives as you wind your way through the worcestershire and shropshire countryside. If you have made a booking for the palatine restaurant or driver experience we will. Despite being very cold, the sun shone and brought to life the wonderful scenery and wildlife. In recent years, all our steam and diesel driving courses have sold out within a few weeks of being advertised. Free allday travel on peak rail on the date of your course for you and up to 6. Learn to operate a steam locomotive and about other railway duties and, if you choose the fullday experience, you take control in our signal box, acting as both guard and crossing keeper. Journey on a highclass steam train or diesel engine and be transported back to the early 20th. Steam experience course heritage railway and steam train. When you book online you will receive your voucher in the post with details of who to contact to arrange a date for your course. Driving experiences mid hants railway ltd watercress line. Steam driver experience days bure valley railway norfolk. Have a taste of driving our steam engine on the main line.
You will drive our steam locomotive, be a fireman and find out how it all works. We have a variety of experiences including bluebell railway steam. Driver experience days gloucestershire warwickshire steam. Join us on this scenic rail tour by steam train through the beautiful cotswold hills. Discover a range of classic diesel and steam train experiences to get your next train journey on track.
As the only place in this country where you can drive a steam locomotive on a main line, this is truly the experience of a lifetime. Treat a loved one to afternoon tea, or let out your inner speed demon with a drifting experience. We have a choice of the most lovingly restored and maintained steam railways so you can take a journey back in time on a train from the past. Our steam experiences severn valley railway heritage. If so, then a footplate experience day at the midland railway butterley is just what you have been looking for. As you travel through rolling hills and lush fields, youll feel like youve stepped back in to a time when life was simpler. Step back in time and enjoy a tour of the countryside in a classic steam train. Registrants must be at least 18 years old, in good health and physically able to operate a steam locomotive. Enjoy a scenic steam train ride from paignton to dartmouth, with a twist. Steam train experience perfect family day ecclesbourne.
And to keep make sure youre fuelled, lunch is included. Footplate experience realise your lifelong ambition. Weve rounded up the best railway and transport attractions in derbyshire in our quest to discover brilliant family attractions and places to visit near you. We offer multiple driving experiences alongside our footplate and guard experiences. Drive a loco great central railway the uks only main. Drive a steam train on a steam engine driver experience course the ideal present or gift. Whatever the name people from all walks of life and of all ages have a love of trains and would relish the chance. Railway experiences if you have pre booked or purchased a voucher for one of our driver experiences, we will reschedule your day as soon as we are in a position to do so. For those who love steam trains, this unique opportunity will have you reliving the golden age of steam in the drivers cab of a classic light engine steam locomotive in the high weald countryside. If heritage diesels are more your thing, diesel locomotive driver days are available. This unique experience to drive along our 6 mile railway, restored and relaid after a 30 year battle is.
Theres plenty of train trips and experiences to suit both keen enthusiasts and those looking for an adventurous day out with a nostalgic trip back to the good old days of luxury train travel. Hardy also wrote extensively about the footplatemen whom he encountered. The staff were wonderful and the whole experience is something i would recommend to anyone who has a dream to drive a steam loco for real. Driving and firing for 16 miles, guarding and travel for 16 miles. The guys who run the service, take real pride in providing a memorable experience and really made it special. Ride with the driver on the dartmouth steam railway. Experience a slice of history with our steam and diesel train tours. Covid19 were still here for you our team continues to process and send vouchers in line with uk government guidelines. Join us for an exhilarating main line steam run from londons ealing broadway to the historic city of york, using two different steam locomotives.
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