Standard Course
The perfect opportunity for any steam lover to have a go at driving a steam engine!
Sharing the day with one other participant, enjoy a full days tuition driving Talos (subject to availability).
With an emphasis on practical instruction and tuition, there is no “classroom” session and all theoretical matters are dealt with as they arise.
No prior knowledge of steam locomotives is required, just an enthusiasm to learn and appreciate the engineering and power of steam engines!
Up to six guests may be invited for a ride on the train in the afternoon with the participant driving, and a certificate is awarded on completion of the course.
The Standard Course costs £275 and includes lunch and refreshments.
For two people booking together, call us on 01425 471 415 and receive a 10% discount.
Course itinerary
Times are approximate
- 9:30
- Introduction to the instructor, inspection of the locomotive and explanation of the controls
- Assist in the preparation of the locomotive including watering, steam raising and lubrication
- Instruction on safety procedures and signalling systems
- 10:30
- Attach coaches and start light movements off the main line to gain familiarity with the controls before proceeding to the main line
- Complete a number of circuits of the line accompanied by an instructor travelling immediately behind in the support coach
- 12:30
- Lunch and review of the morning session
- 13:00
- Resume with running and receive further instruction as required
- 15:00
- Invite up to six guests to have a ride on the train with the participant driving
- 16:30
- Return to yard and assist with disposal of fire
Vouchers for the course can be purchased online or by phone, and booking the date of the course can be arranged by calling the railway on 01425 471415.
Buy a standard course voucherAdvanced Course
If you have completed the Standard Course, why not give the Advanced Course a go!
Our Advanced Course is run on a one-to-one basis to ensure the participant receives maximum tuition from one of our expert instructors.
Instead of driving Talos, the participant will be driving Aurora, the newest engine to the fleet (subject to availability).
The participant will have a longer train and be obeying signals to follow varied routes around the railway.
Up to six guests may be invited for a ride on the train in the afternoon with the participant driving, and a certificate is awarded on completion of the course.
The Advanced Course costs £325 and includes lunch and refreshments.
Course itinerary
Times are approximate
- 9:00
- Introduction to the instructor and inspection of the locomotive
- Assist the instructor in steaming the locomotive and ensuring all checks are complete before leaving the yard
- 10:30
- Attach coaches and an introduction/refresh of the controls before progressing onto the main line
- Have a longer train and obey signals to follow varied routes around the railway
- 12:30
- Lunch and review of the morning session
- 13:00
- Resume with running and receive further instruction as required
- 15:00
- Invite up to six guests to have a ride on the train with the participant driving
- 16:30
- Return to yard and assist with disposal of fire
Vouchers for the course can be purchased online or by phone, and booking the date of the course can be arranged by calling the railway on 01425 471 415.
Buy an advanced course voucher