GWR want to inspire the next generation of Young Engineers …..
Run by volunteers, The Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway, is very unique. We want to inspire the next generation of Young Engineers …..
Join Us for our Railway Young Engineers Event
Calling all young enthusiasts and budding engineers! Step into the fascinating world of steam and diesel railways and discover the magic of engineering at our Young Engineers Event. This is a fantastic opportunity for to children and teenagers to explore, learn, and get hands-on experience with the marvels of technology that helps our railway operate throughout the year. Ages 5-15 (plus big kids too!)
Event Highlights:
Interactive Displays / Workshops: Engage in exciting workshops where you can learn about the mechanics of steam engines and how they work. Departments represented include:
• Permanent Way – explore how our team lay track. Do you know our track is over 14 miles long – The procedure mainly comprises the following steps: ballast unloading – ballast spreading – track lifting – track lining – tamping.
• Diesel Department – get inside the cab of one of our diesel locos
• Signalling – step into our demonstration signal box and chat to our signal, understand how signalling works and see them in action.
• Carriage & Wagon – see how our engineers maintain the braking systems on our carriages. Having working brakes is very important!
• Steam Department – Catch our large display which will help you understand precisely what is involved in overhauling and restoring one of our wonderful steam engines.
• Bio-Diversity – we have a large team who work to protect our ‘nature corridor’
• GWRT – meet members of our Trust to understand more about what our volunteers do
• Youth Group –Intime, do you want to be involved?
There will be tours of both the loco and diesel sheds throughout the day. Please check with the GWRT team in the marquee for timings. Please note there are specific terms and conditions to these. Closed toe shoes must be worn, all under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult. Sadly, due to the nature of the sheds wheelchairs and walking frames can’t be permitted on the tours. You must be over 11 to go on a tour of the sheds.
Meet the Experts: Get inspired by meeting real-life engineers and railway experts who will share their knowledge and passion for our railway.
