How old do you need to be to drive a steam train?

Post by **thecaretaker** » 15th Oct 2022 at 11:59am

It seems not that old.

The world's oldest privately owned railway operates in the grounds of a private school near Malvern Worcestershire. It is used to help train young people in railway engineering, engineering in general, woodwork, metalwork and associated crafts. The railway is largely operated by the young people "The School Kids!!!"

Just look at this video! This kid isn't long out of nappies.

I wish I went to school there

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WOWIg_Z6lKA

Post by **thecaretaker** » 15th Oct 2022 at 1:20pm

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Post by **EBJ** » 15th Oct 2022 at 3:37pm

See what you mean CT i would think that an independent body would have to certify that boiler on the train though.

Post by **thecaretaker** » 15th Oct 2022 at 6:38pm

EBJ wrote: ↑15th Oct 2022 at 3:37pm See what you mean CT i would think that an independent body would have to certify that boiler on the train though.

My wife is an independent body and I can't find anybody to certify the old boiler

Back to subject, they have to buy all the safety clothing. They seem pretty strict. https://dlrtrust.co.uk/education/clothing

I found this: https://www.tsmee.co.uk/faq/boiler-testing/

Post by **Keyolder** » 15th Oct 2022 at 7:09pm

What a great oportunity for those teenagers

Post by **Tank** » 15th Oct 2022 at 7:21pm

Yes, you have to have the boiler inspected and a certificate given. That's why I just stick to battery operated loco's on ours! LOL

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