STEAM train enthusiasts were treated to a magnificent sight as The Scots Guardsman made an appearance on the Settle to Carlisle line. 

The sighting was captured and shared by Alston Youth Hostel on social media, with the post saying: "Finally managed to see a steam train on the Settle to Carlisle line at Langwathby! The Scots Guardsman! An absolute beauty."

Locomotive railway aficionados are in for a treat this Sunday (September 10) as well however, with the No.60103 Flying Scotsman also set to take a ride on the Settle to Carlisle line. 

 

The steam-hauled train leaves York in the morning and heads for Church Fenton before heading on a direct route to Leeds.

Passengers will be picked up at Leeds, Keighley, and Skipton, followed by a stop at Hellifield before joining the famous Settle & Carlisle Railway. 

It will take a break in Carlisle for passengers to explore the city. 

The train will eventually leave Carlisle for the return journey in the afternoon with a stop at Appleby planned for the route. 

For more information, visit https://www.railwaytouring.net/waverley-september-flying-scotsman

For safety reasons however, The Railway Touring Company and the National Railway Museum have made the decision not to disclose specific details about Flying Scotsman's journey times or positioning moves. 

A Network Rail spokesperson said: “Seeing Flying Scotsman is an exciting event for many people and we want everyone to be able to enjoy the occasion, so we can’t stress enough how important it is to keep safe at the same time.

“It’s vital that you watch from a safe distance and don’t go on or near the tracks. Trespassing on the railway is incredibly dangerous and can have devastating consequences, as well as being illegal. You could face a fine of up to £1,000 and be left with a criminal record.

“Please remember to watch from a distance and behave responsibly so that everyone is able to safely enjoy the sight of the historic locomotive.”