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Freight Train Guard Participant
Ages 18+ • Private experience for 1 person
£ 75
Travel on a Brake Van in North East England with Skilled Guards!
Embark on a journey back in time with the Tanfield Railway Freight Train Guard Experience. Enjoy a round trip and immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and smells of being a guard on our heritage freight train. Travel in our Harton A16 brake van, guided by one of our skilled guards. Experience the responsibilities of a guard as you check the train, apply the handbrake, change the tail lamp, wave the green flag and view the Tanfield Railway from a unique perspective. Our knowledgeable guard will explain the roles of the guard and will be happy answer any questions you may have. To fully embrace the experience, don a dust coat and flat cap, provided by us!
Freight Train Guards Experience Dates:
- 23rd February 2025
- 30th March 2025
- 27th April 2025
- 29th June 2025
What’s Included:
- Full Round Trip: Enjoy a full round trip on our Harton A16 brake van, getting hands-on with the tasks of a guard.
- Certificate of Completion: Take home a memento from the experience.
- Complimentary Day Travel: The Experience Pass includes unlimited train travel for the day for you and one guest. Your guest can join you in the brake van during the experience.
- Tanfield Goody Bag: Take home a piece of the railway with a special Tanfield goody bag.
What to Wear:
- Traditional Attire: Wear a flat cap and dust coat to get into the spirit of the experience. PPE (gloves, boiler suit) is provided. Please wear sturdy shoes.
Additional Information:
- The Freight Train Guard Experience supports the preservation of Tanfield, the world’s oldest railway.
- Participants must be 18 or over and complete a health and safety declaration prior to participation.
- This activity may not be suitable for those with certain disabilities, especially those affecting mobility, concentration, dexterity, and coordination. If this may be a factor, please contact us in advance to ensure the activity is suitable.
Join us and become part of railway history with the Tanfield Railway Freight Train Guard Experience. Book your spot today!