The famous steam locomotive has built up a reputation across its 100-year history, especially since it has broken two world records: the first steam locomotive to be officially authenticated as reaching 100 miles per hour in November 1934 and setting a record for the longest non-stop run by a steam locomotive when it travelled 422 miles in August 1989.
Built in Doncaster, the iconic locomotive has appeared in pop culture including films, TV shows, video games and more. With its Centenary Programme starting this week, the Flying Scotsman will be touring the UK again, so we’ve taken a look at moments the locomotive has visited Yorkshire in previous years.
5. Ribblehead Viaduct
The Flying Scotsman crossed the Ribblehead Viaduct in the shadow of Ingleborough, on its journey from Oxenhope to Carlisle to celebrate the re-opening of the Settle Carlisle Railway line on March 31, 2017. Photo: Bruce Rollinson
6. Eggborough Power Station
The famous Flying Scotsman passed by Eggborough Power Station on route to York. Photo: James Hardisty
7. National Railway Museum
The Flying Scotsman stops at the National Railway Museum in York. Photo: Gary Longbottom
8. Beighton
The Flying Scotsman passed through Beighton en route to York from London. Photo: Steve Ellis