Flying Scotsman in Yorkshire: Famous locomotive to visit the region as part of 2026 tour - here’s when and where to visit it
The 2026 tour dates have been announced for the Flying Scotsman - and one of the locations will be in Yorkshire.
The Flying Scotsman first entered service in 1923 and became a world record breaker in 1934 as the first steam locomotive to officially reach 100 miles per hour.
The famous locomotive has been owned by the National Railway Museum in York since 2004.
It will be on tour from February on a tour of the UK, running mainline excursions and visiting heritage railways as well as two long residencies at the National Railway Museum and Locomotion in Shildon.
The year-long tour is an opportunity for fans across the country to experience the renowned steam engine.
Along with visiting multiple heritage railways, the Flying Scotsman will also be on display at the National Railway Museum in York from March 28 to April 24 for visitors to explore it up close and personal.
It will also be appearing at Locomotion’s Summer Festival between August 4 and 31, 2026 as well as being on display at the museum in Shildon.
On selected days, visitors will be able to step back in time with a ride behind the locomotive, travelling along a section of the original Stockton and Darlington Railway line.
Head curator at the National Railway Museum, Andrew McLean, said: “We’re delighted to be working with Northern Steam to ensure as many people as possible have a chance to see and be driven by this incredible locomotive.
“It really is an unforgettable experience; whether you are an ardent follower of heritage rail or it is your first ever time aboard a steam train, the experience never gets old.”
Further information on these events will be announced later in the year.