Steam train driving taster at sherwood forest railway. An enchanting steam train outing will delight the whole family. It was so interesting to get a snapshot of yesteryear and how different things ran compared to todays modern railway systems. Drive a steam train train driving experiences into the. Look for classic experiences such as bluebell railway, watercress line, great central railway, swanage railway and severn valley railway.
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. Being centrally located in derbyshire, we are easy to find by car, by train and by bus. We offer a variety of experiences to suit your budget, interest and requirements from footplate rides to half and full day experiences driving a steam locomotive. Luxury trains and heritage steam virgin experience days. Steam train rides are an excellent way to make memories that will last a. You can buy our driving activities and car experience days as a gift voucher or book directly onto a date. 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.
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. Driving experiences mid hants railway ltd watercress line. Featuring a variety of locomotives on various days throughout 2019, this is your chance to hop on the footplate and take control of a mighty steam engine. Details of the train routes through derbyshire are listed on this page. Steam experience course heritage railway and steam train. As is often the case with trains, if you know someone whos into them, theyre most likely really into them. 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. Experience attractions that have been the star of numerous movies, including. 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. Find out about when our trains are running using our interactive calendar. Derby train driver jobs up for grabs and the pay is good. Derbyshire peak district and duffield just north of derby, in a 1950s heritage diesel railcar. Forget stuffy carriages overcrowded with commuters, and instead picture the golden era of rail travel when it was an altogether more civilised affair.
Step back in time and enjoy a tour of the countryside in a classic steam train. Steam train days out hop aboard with a steam train day trip for two. Put your taste buds to the test and choose from an evening of gin, wine or whiskey tasting, served. Get absolutely steaming with excitement for these steam train experiences. In the meantime, weve extended our voucher validity from 12 to 18 months giving you plenty of time to take your experience. Steam trains and heritage railways in englands west country. Steam and diesel train experiences discover a range of classic diesel and steam train experiences to get your next train journey on track. Journey back in time and enjoy a nostalgic steam or diesel train ride on one of. Somerset railway rover 2 adults and steam locomotive driving experience. We had just returned from a trip to london and were amazed there were so many people waiting at all the stations on the line. I speak highly of your organization to all others that i have contact with and recommend the experience to them.
East anglian railway museum steam railway experience days. Suffolk lives and breathes historyand sometimes it huffs and puffs. 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. Drive a train on a journey of adventure that you will never forget.
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. 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. The packed excursion was organised by uk railtours with whom passengers can enjoy pulled by. Covid19 were still here for you our team continues to process and send vouchers in line with uk government guidelines. Peak district heritage railways and trams derbyshire railways.
Find fantastic luxury trains and heritage steam gifts for a friend or even treat yourself. There are 37 derbyshire railway and transport attractions to pick from. Driver experience days gloucestershire warwickshire. Steam train enthusiasts can have a go themselves by signing up for one of several driver experience days. During the hour on the footplate, two of you will take it in turns to drive and fire the. Full day diesel train driving in derbyshire experience days. Lake district steam train trip and cream tea for two.
Harry potter, heartbeat and the railway children to name just a few. Experience attractions that have been the star of numerous movies. Diesel experience days are also available by special arrangement. Once youve decided that our kent location is the perfect choice for your steam train adventure, simply hit the make a booking button which will take you to our booking partner. We offer the thrill of firing and driving a fullsized steam or diesel locomotive on one of britains premier preserved railways. Discover a range of classic diesel and steam train experiences to get your next train journey on track.
A fantastic family experience that combines quality local food with a picture perfect steam journey through the irwell valley. Courses are held on specific dates during the year starting at 8. Why railway enthusiasts came in their droves to derby. We have a variety of experiences including bluebell railway steam train. Derbyshire leicestershire lincolnshire northamptonshire nottinghamshire rutland. Footplate experience is the only searchable footplate experience database of uk steam and diesel train driving and riding packages. Step aboard the footplate for a fantastic day of diesel train driving. Driver experience days gloucestershire warwickshire steam.
Have a taste of driving our steam engine on the main line. When you make a booking you will receive a voucher for your train driving day, which you will have a full 12 months to use particularly handy if youre. Steam experience operating dates heritage railway and steam. Whether its simply a nostalgic journey back to a bygone age or a discovery of the sights and sounds for very first time of a steam or diesel locomotive peak rail welcomes you to experience the thrill of our preserved railway whilst travelling through the delightful derbyshire countryside. The bluebell railway will be running some a very special days for lovers of steam. For a firsthand account of a participants experiences on a steam footplate experience course, click here.
Steam down memory lane at the 1950s weekend, with jazz band and displays and special food in the pullman buffet car. In recent years, all our steam and diesel driving courses have sold out within a few weeks of being advertised. Steam railways in alresford, hampshire kids days out. 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. The perfect gift for family, friends or colleagues. Diesel driver experience courses trainee at the controls of a class 73 due to the ongoing coronavirus issue, and following the latest government advice, the gloucestershire warwickshire steam railway has taken the decision to suspend all services until further notice.
The train is surely the most romantic form of transport. Diesel driver experience gloucestershire warwickshire steam. 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. Steam trains train experiences virgin experience days. They also host a series of special events that are very popular. A steam train arrives at alfreton, derbyshire youtube. 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. Uk steam rail day trips the railway touring company. Join us on this scenic rail tour by steam train through the beautiful cotswold hills. You can take a ride on a steam train and there are even train driver courses and experience days. Parking is available at our hotel for those wishing to drive.
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. The watercress steam railwayin alresford, hampshire is one of the best in the country. Steam train experience for two activity superstore. Browse below to find the perfect present today from virgin experience days. Drive a steam train on a steam engine driver experience course the ideal present or gift. So, sit back and relax as you meander through unspoilt english countryside. Please download booking form steam experience dates 2018. The guys who run the service, take real pride in providing a. Classic steam train ride for two multiple locations across the uk return and all day rover tickets educational and fun for the family steam train museum visit included. Village, home of the national tramway museum an ideal day out for all ages. The midnorfolk railway, the dereham to wymondham abbey line, offers the chance to drive former mainline locomotives through the glorious norfolk countryside under the guidance of our experienced and qualified instructors. The experience has left a great impression, not just for me, but also on the rest of my family. The county of derbyshire is home to the world famous racing circuit donington park.
Experience a slice of history with our steam and diesel train tours. May 04, 2020 on board derbyshire s longest heritage railway. We bought a steam driver experience for our father as a 70th birthday present. 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. You will drive and fire a coal fired steam railway locomotive pulling your own private train. With over experiences to choose from in the midlands you wont run out of things to do. Dining and riding a steam train through the countryside is an unforgettable gift and day out for all. Steam train gift experience days activity superstore. 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. 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. Driving and footplate experiences telford steam railway. The tour begins at the meeting point in york city centre at 8. Driver experience courses the a1 steam locomotive trust. Derbyshire train timetables derbyshire county council.
Step on board our derbyshire countryman and enjoy afternoon tea, ploughmans lunch or our. Each voucher comes beautifully presented in a gift card, which in itself makes for a lovely souvenir. Peak rail heritage railway and steam train rides midlands. After a few years of uncertainty donington park is back and better than ever. Whether its to realise a lifelong ambition, or as that very special railway gift, driving a railway locomotive is an amazing adventure. Reservations are very strongly recommended as most days do sell out well in advance. Learn about railway operations and take the controls as you journey through ecclesbourne.
Offering both own vehicle trackdays and supercar driving experiences, donington park is firmly back on the map as one of the go to destinations for car and bike enthusiasts. Learn to drive a steam railway engine on a magical steam train trip. This unique experience to drive along our 6 mile railway, restored and relaid after a 30 year battle is. The railways footplate experience provides big kids with all the necessary knowhow to drive a steam train. Join us for an exhilarating main line steam run from londons ealing broadway to the historic city of york, using two different steam locomotives. Free allday travel on peak rail on the date of your course for you and up to 6 friends or family. Driving a steam train is an experience for dedicated steamies, but some may savour a salubrious meal with family and friends. Steam driver experience days bure valley railway norfolk. Renowned for taking passengers here, there and everywhere for nearly 200 years, the steam train is a wonderful piece of engineering that must be witnessed to be really appreciated. Book well in advance for our train driving experiences though, as demand is high.
Join grand yorkshire for this truly exceptional smallgroup day trip from york, crossing the north york moors, spending time in the wonderful coastal town of whitby, and travelling by steam train guaranteed. Peak rail heritage railway in the middle of derbyshire and the peak district. On arrival please report to the buffet which is situated at the top of ramp. Railway attractions of yorkshire heritage welcome to. The station at matlock bath gives excellent access to the heights of abraham cable cars. 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. As its name suggests it used to carry water cress to the markets in london. Hop aboard some classic steam trains and prepare yourself for a day to remember. This exciting package includes theory and practical driving of no. 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.
Footplate experience find your perfect uk steam or. Get your engine drivers hat on for a steam train experience at spa valley railway where you get to be the driver. 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. Come along and experience firsthand firing and driving one the railways fleet of historic steam engines b. As you travel through rolling hills and lush fields, youll feel like youve stepped back in to a time when life was simpler. Suffolk features many historic railways, and several lines still run with historic steam trains which are fully operational. Experience unforgettable steam journeys such as the ecclesbourne valley. Journey on a highclass steam train or diesel engine and be transported back to the early 20th. A driver s license is not required for the learn to drive a steam train experience. Take an unforgettable steam train ride through spectacular yorkshire countryside. Jump onboard and experience the chug of the engine and shriek of the whistle for yourself.
Disabled access at daley dale and rowsley stations. Despite being very cold, the sun shone and brought to life the wonderful scenery and wildlife. 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. Steam train experience perfect family day ecclesbourne. Alternatively, why not explore some other sightseeing days out nearby, including museums and art galleries, or tourist attractions. Peak district heritage railways and trams derbyshire.
Book well in advance for our train driving experiences though, as demand is. Footplate experience realise your lifelong ambition. Registrants must be at least 18 years old, in good health and physically able to operate a steam locomotive. I would like to congratulate your society on the concept of the train driver experience.
The chance to spend a day at a heritage railway surrounded by steam and diesel locomotives is pure nostalgia and loved by all ages. Drive a steam train train driving experiences into the blue. Peak district and derbyshire dales as you experience four fantastic rail journeys. Have a taste of driving our diesel multiple unit on the main line. Spend the day on the ecclesbourne valley railway learning about and trying. 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. A drivers license is not required for the learn to drive a steam train experience. Sit back, relax and enjoy a traditional sunday roast on board a heritage steam engine. Ideal for birthdays, anniversaries, corporate gifts or team building with a difference. Many operators of steam trains offer fantastic services, like the chance to drive a train, work in a signal house, wine and dine in a refurbished. 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. Suffolk steam trains and railways the tourist trail.
We offer multiple driving experiences alongside our footplate and guard experiences. On 21 st and 22 nd may, tornado will be at the nene valley railway and driver experience courses will be run on both these days. Derbyshire train timetables derbyshire is served by a comprehensive network of train services to local towns and cities and many other destinations throughout the uk. A notforprofit, volunteer run organisation offering steam train rides, train driver experiences, group charters, as well as family events and specials. Cream tea and steam experience for two at ravenglass railway. Steam train driver experience the bellarine railway. Good facilities on board including palatine dining cars. Steam train driving and footplate rides are amongst our most popular activities. Journeys were scenic, service was fivestar, and the engines constant chugging supplied a cheerful soundtrack. Live your dream and join the east lancashire railway on one of their drive a steam train experience days. You will drive our steam locomotive, be a fireman and find out how it all works all under the instruction and watchful eye of our qualified footplate. With so much history and character to immerse yourself in, this truly is the making of a dream come true. Leaving york, you travel through the north yorkshire countryside and up to the market town of helmsley, where you have the chance to explore at leisure and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee in a local cafe.