Swanage Railway Footplate Ride

🗓️ Saturday 7th – Sunday 15th June 2025 (Selected dates)

Ride the footplate (cab) of a steam locomotive on this special Swanage Railway experience.

Learn how the crew operates the loco of a passenger service and enjoy an hour-long journey from Swanage to Norden and back, with some great views of the Purbeck countryside along the way.

  • Cost: ÂŁ125 per person (includes all-day travel on the railway)
  • Suitable for: Age 18+
  • Clothing: Wear old clothes or overalls that cover arms and legs, and sturdy shoes

Dates for 2025

  • Saturday 7th June
  • Sunday 8th June
  • Saturday 14th June
  • Saturday 15th June

Find full information and book tickets online: https://www.swanagerailway.co.uk/events/view/footplate-ride