Our Diesel Footplate experiences are back for 2025 with a difference!

The experience is around 1 hour 30 mins in total, each participant will have an opportunity to work D4106 around Horsted Keynes, with an opportunity to work the diesel shunter to East Grinstead and back. Light refreshments and a hot drink will be provided for participants on the day from Horsted Keynes. Guests can purchase refreshments on the day. Book a Brake Van ride for your guests! There is a chance for your guests to travel in our Southern Railway brake van between Horsted Keynes and East Grinstead on your experience. This is an additional fee of £25 per person and can be booked via the button below (this is separate to booking the main Diesel Footplate Taster event). Please note: Participants must be 18+ or over to take part. Cancellation is 1 month & £10 admin fee if you cancel. Participants must be physically able to take part. Medical form must be submitted before event. Book your experience now: https://www.bluebell-railway.com/special/diesel-footplate-taster-day/