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Drive a Diesel Train on the Ecclesbourne Valley Railway	Product code: 1081809

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Drive a Diesel Train on the Ecclesbourne Valley Railway

Always wanted to drive a real train? This is your chance!

The Ecclesbourne Valley is situated in Derbyshire’s Gentle Valley, stretching from the northern outskirts of Derby to the delightful town of Wirksworth, gateway to the Peak District. Upon arrival at the station you will be tutored by an experienced driver and shown how to operate the diesel train. After a break for lunch you will be able to take to the controls to drive the train along the beautiful countryside route. Don’t get too caught up with admiring the rolling hills and varied wildlife, remember you are the driver today!

£329

Location

Derbyshire (Midlands)

Agenda

Upon arrival at the station you will be given a safety briefing and one to one tuition with an experienced train driver. After your lesson you may enjoy lunch in the buffet car with up to three of your own guests. After lunch you will take to the controls and drive the train along a section of the line. After your drive you will do the final checks and put the train away for the night.

Notes

On purchasing this experience you will be sent a voucher valid for 10 months. The experience runs seven days a week. Participants must be over 18 years of age and must be reasonably fit and in good health. Stout footwear is recommended. Participants may not consume any alcohol on the day of the experience. You may bring along up to three guests who may enjoy with you in the buffet car and can watch you drive the train. All dates are subject to availability.

Customer Reviews

Lewis Kentwood, Biddulph

I've always fancied trying it so it was great when my parents surprised me with this day driving a diesel train. The tuition was great, it was a bit nervewracking when I first drove the train myself but once I got into it I just really enjoyed it. Mum and Dad came with me and had lunch too, so it was nice for them to be involved, they were on camera duty!

Graham Smith,

Trains are my hobby so having my wife present me with a gift experience to drive my own train was really exciting for me. The train driver on the Ecclesbourne Railway was really good at explaining the train driving process so my time at the controls was very enjoyable.