The world’s most famous steam locomotive, The Flying Scotsman, is travelling the country, having just undergone a ten-year restoration programme to the tune of £4.2 million. Two of these rail tours are scheduled to pass through Northamptonshire, the Welland Valley and Rutland this summer on Saturday 4th & Saturday 25th June.
Times to be confirmed nearer the date but the magnificent locomotive will stream through Wellingborough, Kettering, Corby and Gretton, cross the Harringworth Viaduct on its way to Oakham before finishing in Melton Mowbray.
The expected time for The Flying Scotsman to steam across the Harringworth Viaduct is 10am. Visitors are encouraged to park in the large car park planned adjacent to the Viaduct to avoid traffic chaos and walk up to a higher vantage point, if they choose. Parking will be is a large field on Seaton Road in Harringworth, NN17 3AF, and there will signs to direct visitors. Refreshments will be available in the village and an exhibition on the history of the Viaduct in the Church on each date. It is worth noting on Saturday 25th June visitors can remain in the area as the Harringworth Annual Village Fête and Car Boot Sale is on the same day, with a BBQ, a bar and afternoon teas.
Big crowds are expected all along route, but please remember to stay safe and not to trespass onto railway or private property, if you are planning to see The Flying Scotsman steam by. Gretton-resident, David Fursdon, has kindly offered to update you nearer the time. You can email him on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call/text him on 07790 197 220.
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