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ONE-DAY COURSE TO LEARN HOW TO DRIVE A STEAM LOCOMOTIVE
Have you always dreamed of driving a steam train?
This dream can come true!
Treat yourself to an unforgettable day and learn to drive a steam locomotive under expert supervision. A unique and rewarding experience.
Take part in the ignition of the engine and the pressurization of the boiler. Theoretical information on steam engine operation. You'll work as a driver and mechanic on the St Laurent/Mortagne section of the line. You'll operate the points. Finally, you'll help store the machine, fill up with water and clean it.
Service in French only
Reservation required by phone on +33 (0)2 51 63 02 01
ADULT RATE
(from 18 years old – good physical condition)
350 € (breakfast, lunch and insurance included)
DATES
(place limited to 1 person/day):
Sunday 18 August 2024
Sunday 25 August 2024 (full)
Sunday 1st September 2024
Sunday 08 September 2024
Sunday 15 September 2024
Sunday 29 September 2024
SCHEDULES
From 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
YOUR DAY
8.30 am You arrive at the St Laurent-sur-Sèvre railway depot. Take the machine out of the depot (one of the trainers). Change of clothes (each trainee will bring their own equipment).
Safety instructions for the site and on board the locomotive.
9.00 am/10.00 am Ignition of the machine.
Return to the room, breakfast.
10:30 am /12:00 am Return to the locomotive to warm up. Explanation of how a steam engine works.
12.00 am /1.00 pm Lunch.
1.00 pm/2.30 pm End of preparation.
2.30 pm/6.30 pm Start of the run: participation in the warm-up and driving on the empty return on the Mortagne-sur-Sèvre - St Laurent-sur-Sèvre section, conditions permitting.
6.30 pm/7.00 pm Store the locomotive, fill up with water and clean up.
7.00 pm/7.30 pm End of the programme and award of the ‘Heating and driving a steam locomotive’ diploma.
What you need to wear : work overalls, safety or walking shoes, preferably high-tops and a pair of work gloves