The Flying Scotsman is heading back to the East Lancashire Railway (ELR) – and if you’ve never seen her in person, this is a decent chance to do exactly that.
The LNER Class A3 60103 first entered service in 1923 and became the first steam locomotive officially recorded at 100mph. She’s had a turbulent life – multiple owners, a near-scrapping during the Beeching cuts, world tours, and lengthy restorations. The ELR actually played a significant part in that story, being the site of Scotsman’s historic restoration.
There are a few different ways to experience the visit, depending on what you’re after.
Ride behind her
On 5, 6, 7, 13 and 14 June 2026, you can ride the full length of the ELR line behind the Flying Scotsman.
Worth knowing: you board at Bury Station only, the journey is around an hour and a half, and it’s non-stop – you can’t get off at intermediate stations.
Tickets are £42.50 for adults, £35.50 for 16–17 year olds, and £30.50 for children aged 2–15. There’s also a compartment option for up to 8 people at £350. A £2.50 booking fee also applies per order.
Static display at Bury
If you’d rather just get up close without the ride, you can see the Scotsman that will be on static display at Bury Station on 3, 4, 10, 11 and 12 June 2026. Ticket holders can even walk through the tender and look around the footplate. Adults £15, young persons (16–17) £13.50, children (2–15) £12.
Dining experience
On 5, 6 and 13 June 2026 there’s an evening dining option – live music on arrival, a welcome drink, and a four-course silver service meal on board.
Parking at Bury Bolton Street Station is very limited, so worth planning ahead. Full booking details and timetables are over on the ELR website.
Are you planning to go? Let me know in the comments.
