Flying Scotsman

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the Flying Scotsman on the Forth Bridge

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The 1937 observation car at Broomhill station on the Strathspey Railway on June 20. (Photo by The Scotsman)

The vintage rail carriage offering spectacular views of Highlands

The Flying Scotsman passes over the Forth Bridge near North Queensferry in Fife. Picture: Jane Barlow/PA Wire

Investigation launched after Flying Scotsman collision left two people injured

The Flying Scotsman in action in July. Picture: Jonathan Gawthorpe/NationalWorld

Flying Scotsman back running for rail tours this weekend after collision

Flying Scotsman, which is often described as the world's most famous locomotive, was involved in a shunting incident at Aviemore on Friday.

Flying Scotsman: More disruption after collision at Highland station

Flying Scotsman travelling through Erie, Pennsylvania, in 1971 (Photo by Pete Gores)

Flying Scotsman: US photographer reunited with locomotive after 50 years

Investigations continue into Flying Scotsman crash which injured two

The Flying Scotsman is undergoing repair work which has seen this weekends trip cancelled

Flying Scotsman cancels weekend journey after issue with locomotive

Former Olympians Lord Campbell of Pittenweem and Eilidh Doyle with John MacMillan, CEO of the Eric Liddell Community. PIC: Contributed.

Eric Liddell: Scots Olympians join forces to drive legacy of 'Flying Scotsman'

The Flying Scotsman will be travelling around the UK on its centenary tour this year.

Where to see the Flying Scotsman on its 2023 centenary tour

Maud Railway as it was in 1965. Pic: Mike Stephen.

Maud Railway Museum opens for new season

The observation car 1719E was restored for the Strathspey Railway by engineers Nemesis Rail. Picture: Nemesis Rail

Historic rail observation car returns to Highlands after 55 years

Support crew member Jayne Emsley on board Flying Scotsman during its 100th birthday celebrations at Edinburgh Waverley on Friday. Picture: Andrew Milligan/PA Wire

Century-old Flying Scotsman ‘truly is the people’s engine’ – Mary Archer

The Royal Mint Flying Scotsman collectable £2 coin

Royal Mint celebrate 100 years of Flying Scotsman with special £2 coin

A collectable £2 coin at East Lancashire Railway in Bury ahead of its release by The Royal Mint, in collaboration with the National Railway Museum to celebrate the centenary of the world's most famous locomotive, the Flying Scotsman. Issue date: Tuesday February 21, 2023.

Flying Scotsman’s centenary celebrated with new Royal Mint coins

Flying Scotsman to travel the UK for its 100th birthday - here’s where you can see it.

Where to see the Flying Scotsman in 2023 for centenary celebrations

LNER has launched a special new calender to mark 100 years of history

LNER launches 2023 calendar to celebrate 100 years of history

Eric Liddell at the Paris Olympics in 1924 during his world record breaking 400 metres race. He also took bronze in the 200 metres event.

Centenary celebrations for 'Flying Scotsman' Eric Liddell and his Paris gold

Scotland captain Stuart Hogg during training at BT Murrayfield on the eve of the match against Japan. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

Stuart Hogg on the cusp of two pieces of Scottish rugby history

A plaque has been unveiled commemorating Britain’s first black train driver.

Wilson Samuel Jackson: Plaque commemorates Britain’s first black train driver

The Flying Scotsman made its way through Prestonpans at 7.50pm on Thursday evening (Photo: Ross Clark).

Flying Scotsman makes its way through East Lothian town

Image courtesy of Onslows

Iconic Flying Scotsman poster to be displayed at National Museum of Scotland

The Scotsman Sessions #75: Amy Matthews and Stuart McPherson

LNER head of engineering Linda Wain with the renamed Flying Scotswoman train. Picture: LNER/Charlotte Graham

LNER’s Flying Scotsman train renamed Flying Scotswoman

Alan Titchmarsh poses for a photograph with the crew of the Flying Scotsman, after it arrived at Alton station in Hampshire to officially re-open the Mid Hants Railway's Watercress Line picture: PA

Alan Titchmarsh joins Flying Scotsman in reopening of historic railway line

The Flying Scotsman will come to Edinburgh in July (Photo: Steam Dreams Rail Co)

Dates for summer trips including champagne brunch on Flying Scotsman announced

Carolyn Swift, Transport Trust trustee Jerry Swift, and John Yellowlees, as an honorary Rail Ambassador, attend the unveiling of a Red Wheels plaque at historic Canal Station in Paisley, Renfrewshire. Picture: John Devlin

John Yellowlees: Movement to save Britain’s transport heritage builds up a head ...

One of the new Azuma trains arrives in Edinburgh

Brand new Azuma trains to run to all Scottish cities by November

Brand new Azuma trains to run to all Scottish cities by November

Tartan livery Azuma making its Edinburgh debut today before operating the 0540 Flying Scotsman to London tomorrow. Picture: The Scotsman

WATCH: LNER's first brand-new Azuma train reaches Edinburgh

Tommy Seymour is determined to play a prominent role in the World Cup warm-up matches against France and Georgia in order to push his claim for a place in the final squad of 31 players. Picture: SNS/SRU.

Tommy Seymour’s eyes fixed on Scotland’s plane to Japan for World Cup

Murdo Fraser's pride and joy - his 1972 Mark 1 Triumph Stag

Murdo Fraser: ‘Miserable’ Greens would put magnificent Flying Scotsman in a muse...

Flying Scotsman steams towards Falkirk tomorrow

Flying Scotsman crossing the Forth Bridge. Picture: Steam Dreams

Police to travel aboard Flying Scotsman to deter fans from tracks

Flying Scotsman at Glenrothes with Thornton Station.

Tickets now on sale for Flying Scotsman steam tours in Fife this May

Train thugs threw glass bottle at guard

Team members at the Spiral Weave in Kirkcaldy welcomed children and families from the local area to help celebrate World Book Day as part of the yearly charity event that sees a focus on reading and sharing stories between children and young adults.

Bringing characters and stories to life at a new Kirkcaldy pub

Flying Scotsman crossing the Forth Bridge in 2016 on its first Scottish visit since restoration. Picture: Myles Fitt

Flying Scotsman to steam round Forth in May

Top: train enthusiasts admire Flying Scotsman on a visit to Boness in 2016. Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty

The Flying Scotsman is returning to Scotland

The Flying Scotsman steam locomotive travels along the East Lancashire Railway's line. Picture: OLI SCARFF / AFP)OLI SCARFF/AFP/Getty Images.

Flying Scotsman to make special trip
The iconic Flying Scotsman is to make a memorial trip to honour the businessman credited with rescuing it in the United States.

The Flying Scotsman steam train crosses the Forth Rail Bridge as it tours the country. Picture: Andrew Milligan/PA

Watch: Flying Scotsman crosses Forth Bridge as it tours country

Flying Scotsman crossing the bridge at Seafield, Kirkcaldy. Pic: George McLuskie.

Another chance to buy Flying Scotsman tickets ahead of Fife visit

The Flying Scotsman model is 8 metres long.

Huge LEGO Flying Scotsman to go on display in Livingston

Flying Scotsman crossing the Forth Bridge. Picture: Steam Dreams

Flying Scotsman locomotive to make three Scottish trips in May

A train on the Glenfinnan viaduct, part of the West Highland Line. Picture: David Mitchell

West Highland Line named most scenic UK rail journey

Tthe 2018 series of "Thomas and Friends: Big World! Big Adventures!" Formerly six boys and one girl, the new team will have three girls and four boys. Picture: Mattel, Inc. via AP

Thomas the Tank Engine set for politically-correct overhaul

The Flying Scotsman travels through Atherstone in Warwickshire. Picture: PA

Video: Flying Scotsman struggles to climb hill

Andy Murray on his way to a three-set victory over Frenchman Benoit Paire. Picture: PA.

Wimbledon 2017: Enter Andy Murray '“ the flying Scotsman

Flying Scotsman designer honoured in Edinburgh

Former World Champion Cyclist Graham Obree . Picture: Robert Perry

Graeme Obree smashed records on homemade cycles

The Flying Scotsman made its second crossing over the Forth Bridge earlier today since its 2016 restoration. Picture: SWNS

Video: The Flying Scotsman crosses the Forth Bridge

The Flying Scotsman locomotive hauls the Cathedrals Express excursion over the Forth Bridge today. Picture: SWNS

Flying Scotsman on track for annual Scottish visits

The Flying Scotsman and Virgin Trains' new Azuma travel together to depict the past, present and future of UK rail travel. Picture: PA

Flying Scotsman and 3 modern trains celebrate UK railways

The Flying Scotsman. Picture: Emma McIntyre

Flying Scotsman to mark reopening of scenic line

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