Like to drive a real Steam Train? Make that dream come true. Experience a snapshot of a day in the life of a Steam Train driver in the 1950's on a rural branch line. Actual 'hands on' driving of a Steam Train. These Driving Experience Courses make an ideal Birthday or Anniversary present. Attractive Personalised Gift Vouchers which can include your own special message. For further information please phone 01787 461174. For booking information, please click here. Actual 'hands on' driving and shunting trucks, firing and raising the steam, also a session on how the locomotive works and signalling. Under the guidance of our qualified footplate crew, you will experience the art of ensuring there is sufficient pressure of steam available by combining the efficient use of coal to keep the fire at a constant temperature and at the same time, maintaining the right level of water in the boiler. A very challenging period of trying to 'tame' the elements. Appreciate the skill required to start and stop the loco, weighing in excess of 50 tons. Observe the route through observation of the signals. Attempt to make the most economic use of steam to create the maximum power required. In short an experience at first hand of the sight, sound, smell and touch of every man's dream - to actually drive a train. Give or experience that ambition of a lifetime for only £195 per person.