The Great Central Railway Experience
This is your chance to drive and fire an original steam locomotive on a 16 mile main-line journey!
Locations
- Leicestershire
What does the activity include?
A warm reception and a hot drink await you in the Loughborough Central refreshment room when you meet your friendly host for the day. After donning company overalls you'll be shown a brief training film and during the day, enjoy a tour of the locomotive works and signal box.
The highlight of your day comes when you mount the footplate of your locomotive for your historic journey on Britain's only main line steam railway, ably instructed and assisted by an experienced crew.
All packages include a complimentary lunch where you can choose from a selection of daily specials.
Typical Itinerary:
- Welcome briefing
- Introductory video
- Route observation trip
- Shared drive of steam locomotive
- Lunch for driver
- Guided tour of locomotive works
- Guided tour of signal box
- Free train ticket for 1 guest
- Presentation certificate
Where does the experience take place?
Loughborough in Leicestershire
What should I wear/take?
Please wear casual clothing and dress appropriately for the weather conditions.
Please wear stout shoes, definitely not trainers.
How long should I allow for this experience?
Allow 6 to 7 hours for this experience.
When does the activity take place?
This course runs on selected weekend dates.
Are there any restrictions?
Participants must be 18 or over and be physically and mentally fit with good hearing and vision.
No maximum age but must be fit enough to climb up to the footplate.
You must not suffer from any driving prohibiting condition. Please contact eXhilaration if you have any questions.
What about the weather?
If the activity is cancelled due to weather conditions an alternative date will be offered to you.
Can I bring spectators?
One complimentary ticket for a guest's train travel is included. Additional guests are welcome however there will be an extra charge, please contact eXhilaration for further details.
What else do I need to know?
Lunch is included.
Each participant will receive a Driving Certificate.
Delivery details
Delivery to UK Mainland only. If you wish to place an order for international delivery, please contact our customer services team on 0870 770 0066. Please note, an additional cost will apply for international deliveries
Delivery options available: first class post (£3.95) or guaranteed next working day delivery (£10)
Delivery by first class post within 3 - 5 working days. Please allow 7 days for delivery during peak postal times
Next day delivery must be ordered before 12.00. Orders placed after this time will be dispatched the following day. A signature will be required upon receipt. Deliveries not signed for will taken to your local post depot
Please note: delivery is by Royal Mail therefore eXhilaration cannot be held responsible for delays caused by the postal system
No dispatch or delivery on UK bank holidays and weekends
Important information
Even though our website sits on a secure server, we do realise that some customers would rather place their order by telephone. Our call centre is open 6 days a week and is ready to answer any questions you may have on 0870 7700066.
Vouchers are valid for nine months from the date of purchase and can be extended at additional cost. Please see our full Terms and conditions for more details.
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