Bosses at the National Railway Museum (NRM) in York, UK, have appointed six-year-old Sam Pointon as its new 'Director of Fun' to ensure the attraction remains a fun place for kids to spend a day out.

Pointon was offered the position after he applied to replace Andrew Scott, who has announced his retirement as the museum's director, and has been handed the chance to go on a behind-the-scenes tour of the attraction's workshop following his appointment. Scott said: "Sam's letter of application was a real delight to read, so it was a pleasure to be able to offer him the position of 'Director of Fun'. It's always fantastic to see such young children with a real passion for trains just like I had when I was a boy."

Robin Pointer, Sam's father, added: "He has always been a huge fan of trains so obviously the NRM has always been his number one choice for a day out. To visit the NRM as a VIP has been such a great day for Sam."