Footplate Thursdays – Every Thursday in August
Experience the railway from the driver's perspective!
Ever wondered what it's like to stand on the footplate of a working steam locomotive? This August, join us every Thursday for a unique behind-the-scenes experience and enjoy a 2-mile round trip alongside the locomotive crew.
This is a rare chance to get up close to a working steam locomotive in action, experiencing the sights, sounds and atmosphere from the heart of the engine as you travel between Woody Bay Station and Killington Lane (approximately 20 minutes).
Footplate rides operate alongside our standard Thursday timetable, with one footplate place available on each train service. As spaces are extremely limited, advance booking is strongly recommended. Any remaining places will be available on the day, on a first come first served basis.
Footplate Thursdays will be available on the following dates, the 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th of August.
Ticket Price
£42.50 per person
Only one footplate place is available per train service.
Your ticket includes:
- A footplate ride on your chosen train service.
- A safety briefing with the locomotive crew.
- A photo opportunity with the steam locomotive.
- An all-day travel ticket, allowing you to enjoy unlimited travel in our standard-class carriages for the rest of the day.
Travelling with Family & Friends
Family and friends are welcome to travel on the same services but must purchase standard travel tickets. They will travel in the passenger coaches behind the locomotive while you enjoy your footplate experience.
Events
Experience the railway from the driver's perspective!
Ever wondered what it's like to stand on the footplate of a working steam locomotive? This August, join us every Thursday for a unique behind-the-scenes experience and enjoy a 2-mile round trip alongside the locomotive crew.
This is a rare chance to get up close to a working steam locomotive in action, experiencing the sights, sounds and atmosphere from the heart of the engine as you travel between Woody Bay Station and Killington Lane (approximately 20 minutes).
Footplate rides operate alongside our standard Thursday timetable, with one footplate place available on each train service. As spaces are extremely limited, advance booking is strongly recommended. Any remaining places will be available on the day, on a first come first served basis.
Footplate Thursdays will be available on the following dates, the 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th of August.
Ticket Price
£42.50 per person
Only one footplate place is available per train service.
Your ticket includes:
- A footplate ride on your chosen train service.
- A safety briefing with the locomotive crew.
- A photo opportunity with the steam locomotive.
- An all-day travel ticket, allowing you to enjoy unlimited travel in our standard-class carriages for the rest of the day.
Travelling with Family & Friends
Family and friends are welcome to travel on the same services but must purchase standard travel tickets. They will travel in the passenger coaches behind the locomotive while you enjoy your footplate experience.
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