08 Clay Driver Experience
08 Clay Driver Experience
A very unique opportunity to recreate the typical 1970's clay scene on an old clay line, here at Bodmin Railway.
Experience the life of a driver with the Class 08 0-6-0 No. 08359, as you travel up and down both branch lines. Enjoy a half day experience with two hours of driving and a Cornish pasty.
Take the controls of the iconic Class 08 0-6-0 diesel shunter, No. 08359, and experience firsthand what it was like to be a railway driver during Britain’s post-war rail renaissance. This half-day experience invites you to travel along both of Bodmin’s scenic branch lines, surrounded by the rolling Cornish countryside and the echoes of a bygone era.
Enjoy two full hours of hands-on driving under expert guidance, feeling the power of the locomotive as you navigate the historic tracks. And to top it all off, indulge in a traditional Cornish pasty—because no visit to Cornwall is complete without one.
Whether you’re a lifelong rail enthusiast or simply curious to relive a slice of history, this experience offers a rare opportunity to connect with the legacy of British railways in a truly unforgettable way.