Steam Train Driving Taster Experience at Sherwood Forest Railway

For anyone who has a passion for the age of steam, this taster driving experience is the perfect gift. You’ll learn to drive a real 5/8th scale locomotive, with all the same controls as its bigger counterpart, with real steam on a real track. You’ll even get to drive it through historic Sherwood Forest, one of the country’s most famous sites. An expert instructor will guide you thoroughly through the controls and demonstrate how to drive the steam engine on the easier practice track, before letting you have a go yourself, all under his watchful supervision. The instruction is all one-on-one, so you will have his full attention. Once he feels you have mastered the skills needed, you will move over to the 1 mile long Sherwood Forest track, where you will take complete control as you drive the full length through the forest. Your instructor will remain with you for guidance throughout.

What's included?

• Full one-to-one instruction from a trained professional
• Demonstration on the practice track as well as supervised driving
• A full supervised lap of the Sherwood Forest track

What do I need to know?

• All our vouchers are fully flexible and can be redeemed against our huge range of experiences
• Your voucher is valid for one person
• Minimum age: 18 years
• Available Monday–Friday, February–November
• Please note, this experience takes place in a cabin with space for two and as such is only available for one person at a time
• This voucher cannot be extended
• You are advised to have a reasonable level of health and fitness to take part
• Please contact the supplier to discuss any disabilities or medical restrictions at point of booking
• Vouchers must be booked in advance
• All dates are subject to availability