Flying Scotsman Legendary Journeys (Yorkshire)
Event Summary
Fox & Edwards Events have teamed up with the North Yorkshire Moors to bring you Legendary Journeys with the World famous LNER A3 'Flying Scotsman' steam locomotive. Be sure to book your tickets for this unforgettable trip early to avoid disappointment!
Experience the thrill of riding behind the World's first steam locomotive to reach 100mph! Weighing 97 tons and measuring 70ft long, this Doncaster-built legend is back home in Yorkshire for a limited period of time this Autumn.
Built in 1923 by the LNER, 'Flying Scotsman' has had a lengthy and varied history; from performing the first non-stop run between London and Edinburgh in 1928 to breaking the record in 1934. Even after retirement in 1963, the story continued with the locomotive being overhauled in time to celebrate 40 years since the non-stop run with a recreation in 1968.
'Flying Scotsman' operated in the United States of America in 1969, delighting local crowds, however it was financially disasterous for the private owner and she was marooned in the USA! It is thanks to William McAlpine that we can enjoy the locomotive today after he successfully put together a rescue plan and brought her home in 1973.
After overhaul, 'Flying Scotsman' went to Australia for a period, making it the first locomotive to circumnavigate the globe on it's voyage there and back. She set a new record whilst in Australia for the longest non-stop run ever for a steam locomotive at 422 miles!
In 2004 a campaign by the National Railway Museum secured a £1.8m grant from the National Heritage Memorial Fund and the generosity of the public to restore the locomotive. Restoration was completed with the aid of a £275,000 grant from the National Lottery Fund.
Her most recent overhaul was completed in 2016 and she has been delighting members of the public, like you, ever since on both mainline tours and on preserved railways. Undoubtedly one of the jewels in the crown of railway history, it is here to captivate fans young and old for years to come.
What is included?
- A return journey from Grosmont Station (YO22 5QE) to Pickering Station on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway hauled by 'Flying Scotsman'
- A commemorative brochure of your journey
- A Fox & Edwards Events representative available to assist
Early Bird Offer - Prices have 10% off until 23:59 on Sunday 27th July! Automatically applied. Tickets after this date will be £60 for adults and £27 for children.
Key Facts About 'Flying Scotsman'
- Built in 1923 by the LNER at Doncaster Works, Yorkshire
- Weight: 97t
- Length: 70ft
- Fuel: Coal
- Water Capacity: 5,000 gallons
Seating
Seats are arranged around table of four, either side of the aisle, in an open style in a British Railways Mark 1 coach from the late 1950s/early 1960s. Please note that you may be seated with another couple if your booking does not use all four seats around the table. Bookings larger than four persons will usually be seated around tables either side of the aisle.
A Treat For You - Fox & Edwards Events Treat Tin
Make your journey extra special by adding on a Fox & Edwards Events treat tins!
The tin contains a number of tasty treats baked in Yorkshire by Lottie Shaw's including:
- Yorkshire Parkin Ginger Biscuits (pack of 4)
- Triple Chocolate Biscuits (pack of 4)
- Chocolate Chip Flapjack (multiple)
- Traditional Oat Flapjack (multiple)
- Millionaire's Shortbread (multiple)
Your tin will be available for you to enjoy on board.
Add to your basket at the time of checkout for just £19.95 a tin.
Please note, the contents of the gift tin is not available gluten free.
Frequently Asked Questions
Any cancellations or amendments to your booking must be made at least 7 days prior to your journey date. After this time we may not be able to assist and no refunds will be given. If you need to cancel or amend your booking, please contact our Enquiries Team as soon as possible.
Please note that we expect this event to be extremely popular so availability on other dates may be very limited or sold out.
Fox & Edwards Events have been allocated specific coach(es) in the train by the North Yorkshire Moors Railway and therefore we may not have the full range of accessibility options available to us. There is a small step up on to the train with a hand rail, with the distance similar to a house step.
We do not have the accessible wheelchair area available to us for this event so visitors who require a wheelchair accessible space should book directly with the railway.
Please contact our Enquiries Team to discuss your requirements.
Yes, there are basic toilet facilities on board the train. There are accessible toilets at both Grosmont and Pickering Stations.
Child ticket age range is 4 years to 15 years. 16 years+ is adult. 47 months and under is free of charge but must sit on the knee as they will not be allocated a seat.
Our ticket prices are no more expensive than booking direct.
In addition to our dedicated journey guide to commemorate the occasion, Fox & Edwards Events visitors will be greeted by our own friendly on site representative who is commited to making your special journey as enjoyable as possible. They will be available to advise on your seating location and will travel on board the train and be on hand for your entire visit should you need them.
Fox & Edwards Events are proud to be supporting the North Yorkshire Moors Railway in the visit of 'Flying Scotsman' and we look forward to welcoming you.
All of our tickets are fixed price for all. We do not operate any concession schemes.
In addition to the facilities at Grosmont and Pickering Stations, the railway will be operating an on board bar service for on train refreshments.
