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Driver Experience Availability


18/04/2017 (7 years ago)   Contributors Blog

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to drive a full size steam locomotive? Or do you know someone who has always dreamed of taking the controls of a historic locomotive? If so then we have got just the ticket for you, as we are able to a offer a very limited number of "Top Link" Footplate Experience courses.

1x space has become available on Sunday April 30th, and a further 2x spaces are available on Monday 29th May. Priced at £499, you can now book these online! All participants must be over 18 and in good health due to the nature of the steam locomotive environment. For full T&Cs please click on the selected date, or ring our Booking Office on 01538 758491. The expected locomotive for theses courses is S160 no. 5197.