The National Railway Museum in York has announced dates for the 2026 tour of the most famous steam engine in the world, Flying Scotsman.
Owned by the National Railway Museum since 2004, the locomotive No. 60103 will be taking to the tracks from February on a tour of the UK, running mainline excursions and visiting heritage railways as well as two long residencies at the National Railway Museum and Locomotion in Shildon.
Flying Scotsman will also be on display at the National Railway Museum in York from the 28 March to 24 April for visitors to explore up-close.
This yearly tour, managed by Northern Steam Operations Limited (NSOL) since 2025, is a highly anticipated opportunity for rail fans across the UK to experience this internationally renowned and beloved steam engine.
As well as its residency at the National Railway Museum, Flying Scotsman will be visiting multiple heritage railways around the country such as the Great Central Railway in Nottingham and the East Lancashire Railway.
It will also be making an appearance at Locomotion’s Summer Festival between 4 and 31 August.
Further heritage railway visits and mainline excursions are in the planning stages, with details set to be released later in the year.
Andrew McLean, head curator at the National Railway Museum, said: “We’re delighted to be working with Northern Steam to ensure as many people as possible have a chance to see and be driven by this incredible locomotive.
“It really is an unforgettable experience; whether you are an ardent follower of heritage rail or it is your first ever time aboard a steam train, the experience never gets old.”
