1 to 1 Train Driving Experience - East Kent Railway
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About the experience
Product ID: 14022
Every locomotive enthusiast had the dream to get their hands on the controls of a train. This 1:1 Train Driving Experience along the East Kent Railway where you will drive the train on a return trip from Eythorne. Your experience will be 1:1 so you don't have to share your driving time with anyone else and have the experienced and knowledgeable instructor focused fully on you. You will either be in control of a Vanguard Class or Ruston & Hornsby diesel shunters that used to be used by the MoD. You can make the day even more special by inviting up to 4 guests to ride as passengers as you drive, a great way to share your experience with the ones you love. It's the perfect gift for someone who loves all things trains.
- Valid for 12 months
- 1 Location in the UK
- Flexibe Booking
- Gift Pack Options
- Free Exchanges
- Instant Delivery
A fantastic experience. The staff were great on the day Loved every minute.Cannot recommend enough
Reviewed by: Wayne
Great value brilliant staff and amazing experience one to one driving for at least three hours Brilliant
Reviewed by: JC Heaver
Overview
- Drive a train on the East Kent Railway
- Ex MoD shunters available
- A return journey to Eythorne as driver
- Invite 4 guests to ride in the brake van
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- Exclusive 1:1 train driving experience
- Welcome, introduction and safety briefing
- Drive a diesel shunting locomotive
- Get to grips with the controls on a short practice session
- Drive the locomotive for a return trip to Eythorne
- Information and facts about the loco from your experienced instructor
- Invite up to 4 passengers to ride on the train while you drive
- Experiences last around two hours
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- Locomotives used for the experience are subject to change, and specific locos can not be guaranteed
- Suitable outdoor clothing and appropriate safety footwear should be worn
- It is advisable to bring gloves
- Spectators are welcome at no extra charge
- Invite up to 4 passengers to ride on the train while you drive
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- Minimum age 18
- Participants must have a good, general level of fitness and be able to climb up and down onto a locomotive without assistance.
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- Tuesday to Friday and some occasional Saturdays between April - October
- Due to the popularity of this experience, please book well in advance to avoid disappointment
- Morning and afternoon sessions are generally available
Location:
- East Kent Railway, Shepherdswell, Dover
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- Minimum Age: 18 years
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1 Location in the UK
- Kent
Customer Reviews for the 1 to 1 Train Driving Experience - East Kent Railway
A fantastic experience. The staff were great on the day Loved every minute.Cannot recommend enough
Reviewed by: Wayne
Great value brilliant staff and amazing experience one to one driving for at least three hours Brilliant
Reviewed by: JC Heaver
Fantastic experience Loved every minute of it.Man running it was so friendly and informative. Hoping I get another birthday gift of this again
Reviewed by: Nick
Superb day, knowledgable and friendly crew, highly recommended
Reviewed by: Lewis
A fantastic experience, having the railway to yourself for the morning or afternoon. Made to feel like part of the team, as was my wife who accompanied me in the brake van but also got opportunity to be in the cab and get involved.This was bought as a gift for me but great value for money and I was able to get involved in every aspect.
Reviewed by: Nigel B
The experience of a lifetime. My friendly tutordriver was so good. It was a pleasure learning about the locomotive, track and signalling from him. Will recommend the experience to anyone who shows an interest.
Reviewed by: Godfrey Hawkes
A very pleasant birthday treat from my partner as always wanted to drive a train. Very warm reception from Ron, Georges, Mark, Jill Alfie. Very much hands on experience on a onetoone basis its only you that operates the controls on your experience. Location very easily accessible as next to Shepherds Well main line station if you do not drive there. As a further surprise understand I will receive in due course a dvd of my experience which was not expected but pictures taken by Georges.
Reviewed by: Ron Sturdy
Everything about the East Kent Railway was outstanding. The people particularly Danni, James, Calum and Mark, the location, the experience and even the weather. I just cant recommend it highly enough. If you are in the least bit tempted, as they say, just do it.
Reviewed by: Ian Mortimer
Excellent Wonderful people very helpful.Give them a ring first and they can explain the experience.Its a one to one, and you wont regret it
Reviewed by: Bob cherry
Had a great experience really enjoyed the morning was shown everything to do with driving the train all the staff where great
Reviewed by: Henry silk
I was met by Clive who took me through all the controls and gauges on the train. He gave me a brief history of the train and after a short lesson we was off. I wont go into much detail on what you do as dont want to spoil the fun but would definitely go again. A must if youre a train fanatic and enjoy the history of the local train line there. The staff were excellent and helped make the day. Cafes good as well
Reviewed by: Daniel Lands 07 August 2024
A fantastic experience. The team couldnt have been more helpful or enthusiastic. You get to do everything they promised plus more. Brilliant to be able to drive the train with guests in the attached brake wagon with expert tuition. They even give you a guided tour. Thoroughly recommend
Reviewed by: Glynne 09 August 2024
It was a very enjoyable hands on experience. I actually got to drive the train under strict supervision for a distance of over ten miles including going through a tunnel and observing various speed restrictions and sounding the horn in the appropriate places.I was also shown round a signal box and a coach which carried the late Queen to Kings Lynn.An absolutely fantastic day.
Reviewed by: David Cross 16 September 2024
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