The world-famous steam locomotive, Flying Scotsman, returns to the East Lancashire Railway for a static display this April.

Yes, that’s right, book yourself a place for its visit on the 28th and 29th April 2018 to climb onboard the footplate of this stunning locomotive.

You can walk down the famous corridor tender to find out what it was like when the locomotive crews made a change over whilst not stopping.

Your tour will be led by an expert talk, meet the crews as well as sitting in the driver’s seat.

Places for this visit are limited, so if you want to have the chance to climb on the footplate of this lovely locomotive, please click here.

About the ‘Flying Scotsman’

A3 No. 60103 ‘Flying Scotsman’ was built to the design of Sir Nigel Gresley in 1923 for use on the London and North Eastern Railway (LNER). The locomotive was built at Doncaster Works and was used on the long-distance express trains on the East Coast Mainline. Setting two world records, the locomotive became famous, becoming the first steam locomotive to reach 100 miles an hour in 1934, and then setting the record for the longest non-stop run by a steam locomotive during its visit to Australia.

The locomotive was retired from service in 1963 after covering a massive 2.08 million miles in service. Since then, the locomotive has had its fair share of owners, including Alan Pegler, William McAlpine, and Tony Marchington. The current owner is the National Railway Museum and is seen on rail tours around the country. The locomotive returned to steam in 2016 after a £4m overhaul. Currently is operated and maintained by Riley & Son (E) Ltd.

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