- Summer Family Days: Young Engineers Day

Summer Family Days: Young Engineers Day

Come for a ride on the train and learn about what goes on behind the scenes

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Wed 20th Aug 2025
09:45 Tickets
12:15 Tickets

Young Engineers Day

Join us on Wednesday 20th August and where young engineers can learn about engineering at a railway with Chris Vine of Peter's Railway.

 
For ages 5 to 15 – Perfect for young railway fans eager to explore the fascinating world of steam!


🔧 Get hands-on with history!

Join us for a unique morning or afternoon session designed especially for children with a keen interest in steam locomotives and how they work.  Our morning session will run from 09:45 until 11:45, which will give you the opportunity to ride on our 12:15 or 14:30 trains or both if you wish.  The afternoon session will run from 12:15 until 14:15, which will give you the opportunity to ride on our 10:00 or 14:30 trains or both if you wish.


🔍 What’s Included:

  • Interactive Steam Engine Session – Learn how a steam locomotive works and get up close to see its parts 
  • Shed Tour - See the inner workings of the NVR engineering shed
  • Signal Box Tour - Learn how our heritage signal box works and some of its history
  • Turntable - Learn about our turntable, how it works and its history
  • Miniature Railway Ride – Enjoy a steam-hauled miniature railway ride 
  • Peter's Railway Book - You will receive a book from the Peter's Railway collection
  • Peter’s Railway Book Signing – Meet the author and get your book signed!
  • Travel on the days service trainSilver timetable
  • Café Refreshments – Visit our Wansford and Overton Cafés
  • Gift & Charity Shops – Great railway gifts, books, and memorabilia
  • On-Train Buffet Car – Grab a snack or a drink while riding in style

🎟 Pre-booking is essential – Spaces are limited, so book early to avoid disappointment!

 

Ticket Prices - include Young engineers session and train travel

1x Adult and 1x Child - £70.00
1x Adult and 2x Children - £122.00

Booking information

All attractions are subject to the weather and volunteer availability