There is only a locomotive on this course - no wagons or coaches are used. The course starts at Bishops Lydeard signal box at either 09.30 or 13.30 and takes between three and four hours

Also inclued with this course is a free years membership of the West Somerset Railway Association and two Rover tickets so you can enjoy a days travel on the railway at your leisure.

The cost of the course is £175.00 (£50.00 deposit). For more a more comprehensive course see our Stage 1 course Page.

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A half day practical introduction to the mysteries of the Steam Engine using the Bishops Lydeard to Norton Fitzwarren section (where the West Somerset Railway meets with the mainline). You will experience using the regulator and firing the locomotive.