Bronze Drive a Diesel Day
Spend the day learning about the operation of a Diesel train as part of a small group of individuals who have also received this gift. One of our experienced drivers will introduce you to railway operations at the controls of a heritage DMU in the morning before lunch at the Station Cafe. The afternoon allows you to journey some of the Ecclesbourne Valley, taking it in turns at the controls of a large main line locomotive.
Features:
Opportunities to drive either diesel railcar or diesel shunting locomotive then large main line diesel
Lunch included for participant and one guest
Dates throughout the year
Approx. 09:30 until 16:00
Where possible guests may be able to ride on the train
Participants must be aged 18 or over and must be physically able to climb into the train from ground level at all ages.
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Spend the day learning about the operation of a Diesel train as part of a small group of individuals who have also received this gift. One of our experienced drivers will introduce you to railway operations at the controls of a heritage DMU in the morning before lunch at the Station Cafe. The afternoon allows you to journey some of the Ecclesbourne Valley, taking it in turns at the controls of a large main line locomotive.
Features:
Opportunities to drive either diesel railcar or diesel shunting locomotive then large main line diesel
Lunch included for participant and one guest
Dates throughout the year
Approx. 09:30 until 16:00
Where possible guests may be able to ride on the train
Participants must be aged 18 or over and must be physically able to climb into the train from ground level at all ages.