THE STRATHSPEY STEAM RAILWAY
FOOTPLATE EXPERIENCES

Have you ever fancied driving a train. If the answer is yes, here is your chance. The Strathspey Railway will be offering both Steam and Diesel footplate experiences during our 2010 season.  As a driver or fireman in the case of steam or driver or second man for diesel, we are offering the opportunity to participate in an unforgettable experience at the controls of a steam or diesel locomotive. And, you will be able to invite up to four guests to ride behind you on the train. You will not be working a scheduled passenger service, our footplate experiences are on trains dedicated to the experience.

All of our experiences, both steam and diesel are subject to our terms and conditions.
 

STEAM FOOTPLATE EXPERIENCE

Steam Footplate Experiences for our 2011 season have been confirmed for the following dates. 19th & 20th March. Once confirmed the newly restored Caley 828 will be used.

We offer a 'half round trip' as a fireman and a "half round trip' as a driver.  A 'half round trip' is for example, a trip from Aviemore to Broomhill.

As a fireman you will be responsible for tending to the fire, keeping enough water in the boiler and filling the water tank at Boat of Garten. You will also be responsible for coupling and uncoupling your train.

As a driver, you will be responsible for obeying signals, signs, speed limits and starting and stopping the train smoothly in the correct place.

A fully competent Strathspey Railway Company driver and fireman will be present on the footplate at all times to ensure safe working.

The Experience costs £600 (inclusive of VAT). If you are interested in applying, please click the link below and fill in the form.  A representative of the Railway will then be in touch.

CLICK HERE

 

DIESEL FOOTPLATE EXPERIENCE

Diesel Footplate Experiences for our 2011 season have been confirmed for the following dates. - May 7 & 8th - June 10 & 11th; Running on these dates is dependent on places being filled to an acceptable minimum and also locomotive availability.

The locomotive in use will be Class 31 No. D5862.

We offer a 'half round trip' as a second man and a 'half round trip' as a driver.  A 'half trip' is for example, a trip from Aviemore to Broomhill.

As a second man you will be responsible for coupling and uncoupling your train.

As a driver, you will be responsible for obeying signals, signs, speed limits and starting and stopping the train smoothly in the correct place.

A fully competent Strathspey Railway Company driver and second man will be present on the footplate at all times to ensure safe working.

There is an hour long introductory course and safety briefing. There is also an optional visit to the running shed, subject to availability.

The Experience costs £300 (inclusive of VAT). If you are interested in applying, please click the link below and fill in the form.  A representative of the Railway will then be in touch.

CLICK HERE