Train Driver’s Manual and DVD

Description

For many, driving a steam engine remains an impossible dream. Others may try a Driver’s Experience day offered by many of the preserved lines. But, as this programme shows, anyone can become an engine driver. The key ingredients are commitment and enthusiasm. Most preserved lines rely on an army of volunteers and so becoming an engine driver means helping out in a variety of roles before you can take control of a steam locomotive pulling coaches full of passengers.
In this programme, Nick Coram at Swanage Steam Railway takes us through the process as well as showing us some of the tasks involved. As well as showing life on the footplate at Swanage, we also feature scenes from the small locos that gently run up and down the line as part of the Talyllyn Steam Railway. By way of a contrast, the programme also features footplate scenes shot on the mighty Sir Nigel Gresley , an A4 Class loco and sister to Mallard that holds the world Speed Record for a steam locomotive.