The East Lancashire Railwayh is to welcome A3 No. 60103 Flying Scotsman in 2026. The famous locomotive will make a visit in June thanks to the National Railway Museum and Northern Steam. On the 5th, ...

An 'iconic' train is set to return to the platform in 2026. The East Lancashire Railway (ELR) has announced the return of the ...

The iconic Flying Scotsman train is returning to the East Lancashire Railway with dates confirmed for summer 2026.

For those who prefer a closer look, the Flying Scotsman will be on static display at both the Heywood and Bury Station.

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Chandra and Richard Law volunteer for the East Lancashire Railway A couple who have volunteered on a heritage railway line for a combined total of 83 years have said Christmas is "a very special time" ...

East Lancashire Rail will mark its fifteenth year of hosting Thomas the Tank Engine events with visits from the famous engine as part of the Day Out With Thomas Let’s Rock, Let’s Roll Tour.

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East Lancashire Railway’s (ELR) ghost trains are returning for another year. The popular Halloween experience will run from October 30 to November 1. Now in its 17th year, the event promises a journey ...

In June 2026 the iconic Flying Scotsman will return to the East Lancashire Railway (ELR). In a rare opportunity to see this ...

Railway fans can ride behind the oldest working steam engine in Britain, climb aboard historic locomotives and even enjoy a chippy tea on board a steam train this weekend at East Lancashire Railway.