THE East Anglian Railway Museum at Chappel & Wakes Colne, Essex, is offering the opportunity to take control of a diesel shunter. This is along the demonstration line with a trained volunteer. Pre-booking is essential and costs £15 in addition to the museum entry ticket.
Dates are May 1 and 27, June 18, July 2 and August 20. There are 10 slots each day from approximately 10.30 to 15.30. Participants, who must be aged 16 or over, need to report to the loco driver at least 10 minutes before the booked session. Various locos may be used but it is expected ex-BR Class 04 No. D2279 will be included. Visit www.earm.co.uk for details.