Legendary Journey with Flying Scotsman (Bristol - Minehead Mainline Tour)
Event Summary
Saturday 19th September 2026
Travel to the pretty seaside town of Minehad this September on board our Legendary Journey with Flying Scotsman.
Experience restored vintage coaches travelling at main line speeds behind the world famous Flying Scotsman locomotive, from Bristol Temple Meads to Bishops Lydeard where the train will then join the preserved West Somerset Railway for leisurely trip through the lovely countryside to Minehead. Sit back and watch the sights race by as Flying Scotsman powers the train through the landscape.
Our assisting heritage diesel locomotive will haul the train from Minehead back to Bishops Lydeard before Flying Scotsman takes the reigns once again.
Spend the day by the seaside enjoy the attractions the town has to offer on the sea front.
Each booking is helping to keep this national icon of steam heritage operating.
Ideas!
- West Somerset Railway heritage trains (separate ticket required)
- Minehead beach
- Minehead Harbour
- Minehead Museum
- Amusement Arcades
The above ideas are provided as a guide and are not intended as a recommendation by Fox & Edwards Events. Passengers should look up opening times, admission prices and distances from the station.
Approximate Itinerary
- Departs Bristol Temple Meads approx 10:05, arriving at Minehead West Somerset Railway approx 13:00
- Departs Minehead West Somerset Railway approx 17:40, arriving at Bristol Temple Meads approx 19:50
Tour distance: approximately 134 miles return.
Please note timings shown are approximate and subject to final timings being received from Network Rail near to the date. We will email the updated timings to you once they are confirmed and post them on this page too.
Classes of Travel
Featuring comfortable seating, you can be assured of a special journey in the authentic 1960s 1st Class coaches.
Points to Note
- You may be sharing a table with other passengers. A limited number of Exclusive Table Upgrades are available to reserve the table for you. This table may be a dedicated table for 2 or a larger table for 4 with the other seats left empty.
Traditional seating in an open style interior coach, generally arranged around tables for 4. There is an on train buffet car available to purchase drinks and light snacks during the journey.
About Flying Scotsman
Built in 1923 by the London & North Eastern Railway, Flying Scotsman is one of Britain's most celebrated locomotives.
- 1928: Completed the first non-stop run between London and Edinburgh.
- 1934: Became the first steam locomotive to officially reach 100mph.
- 1968: Recreated its famous non-stop run, celebrating 40 years of service.
- 1969-1973: Toured the USA before being rescued and bought back home to Britain.
- 1988-1989: Toured Australia, becoming the first locomotive to circumnavigate the globe and setting a record non-stop run of 422 miles.
- 2004: Saved by a major National Railway Museum campaign, supported by the public and heritage funds.
- 2016: Completed its most recent major overhaul, returning to service to the delight of fans worldwide.
Weighing 97 tons and stretching 70 feet long, Flying Scotsman remains a jewel in railway history and a true icon of steam travel.
Arriving at Bristol Temple Meads
The train departs from Bristol Temple Meads Station. Postcode BS1 6QF. This is the main railway station in Bristol.
Car Parking
Bristol Temple Meads has a medium sized pay & display car park. You may wish to use local bus or taxi services to arrive at the station. For more information about parking at other facilities at Bristol Temple Meads Station, visit National Rail.
Platform
The platform will be advertised on the departure screens usually with the word CHARTER.
You may need to show your confirmation email to gateline staff at the ticket barriers.
Our representatives will be around the station concourse or platforms to assist.
Frequently Asked Questions
To make changes or cancel your booking, please contact us as soon as possible either by email at [email protected] or by phone on 01629 380600.
Please refer to our Terms & Conditions of booking for full cancellation policy - click here.
Timings shown on this page are approximate and are subject to final confirmation by Network Rail. As soon as we have these times, we will email those with a booking with the final times and also update this page. Confirmed timings can arrive as late as 2 days prior to the tour.
As this tour is running on the National Rail network, it is dependant on other trains running on the network. Fox & Edwards Events are not responsible for the late running of the train and any costs to passengers which may occur as a result.
Should Flying Scotsman develop a mechanical issue which means that it is unable to operate the train, we will endeavour to operate the tour with an alternative locomotive. In this instance, a 30% refund of the ticket price will be automatically made.
Some classes of travel include catering. You can select gluten free, vegetarian or vegan at the point of check out.
Please contact us on 01629 380600 prior to booking to discuss your requirements. Unfortunately, due to the heritage nature of the train in use, we are unable to carry wheelchairs or mobility scooters.
If the tour begins from a large main line station then there are likely to be toilets, however occasionally this may not be the case. We recommend you check the National Rail website for further details.
There are toilet facilities on board the train, although these may not be suitable for those with accessibility needs.
Generally each tour will have an assisting diesel locomotive on the rear to provide electrical power to the coaches. On some tours, this diesel may lead the train in one direction or for a short time.
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Railtour - Legendary Journey with Flying Scotsman (Bristol - Minehead)
10:05 Tickets Available
