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The Flying Scotsman, designed by Sir Herbert Nigel Gresley

The Flying Scotsman, designed by Sir Herbert Nigel Gresley


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The Flying Scotsman, designed by Sir Herbert Nigel Gresley

The Flying Scotsman, designed by Sir Herbert Nigel Gresley, is an express passenger train service that has operated between Edinburgh and London, the capitals of Scotland and England, via the East Coast Main Line. The service began in 1862; the name was officially adopted in 1924.
On 1st May 1928 The A1 class locomotive 4472 Flying Scotsman hauled the inaugural non-stop train from London Kings Cross to Edinburgh. 392 miles (631 km) without stopping, a record at the time for a scheduled service.
The Flying Scotsman, designed by Sir Herbert Nigel Gresley, is an express passenger train service that has operated between Edinburgh and London, the capitals of Scotland and England, via the East Coast Main Line. The service began in 1862; the name was officially adopted in 1924.
On 1st May 1928 The A1 class locomotive 4472 Flying Scotsman hauled the inaugural non-stop train from London Kings Cross to Edinburgh. 392 miles (631 km) without stopping, a record at the time for a scheduled service.
Picture taken Sunday 9th May 1965

Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Doncaster
South Yorkshire
England
U4162

Media ID 21926183

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4472 Clean Cleaning Legacy Loco Locomotive Love Polish Polishing Rail Railway Refurbishment Relationship Romance Speed Steam The Flying Scotsman Train Travelling 1965


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Capturing the Iconic Flying Scotsman in Time - A Historic Journey from London to Edinburgh

EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print takes us back to a significant moment in railway history, showcasing the legendary locomotive known as The Flying Scotsman. Designed by the brilliant Sir Herbert Nigel Gresley, this express passenger train service has connected the capitals of Scotland and England since 1862. On that memorable day of May 1st, 1928, the A1 class locomotive 4472 Flying Scotsman embarked on its inaugural non-stop journey from London Kings Cross to Edinburgh. Covering an impressive distance of 392 miles (631 km) without any stops along the way, it set a record for scheduled services at that time. The image itself was captured on Sunday, May 9th, 1965 – a snapshot frozen in time. It allows us to marvel at this engineering masterpiece against a backdrop of nostalgia. The sleek design and powerful presence of The Flying Scotsman symbolize both progress and tradition within Britain's rich railway heritage. As we gaze upon this photograph from Memory Lane Prints' collection by Mirrorpix, we are reminded not only of technological achievements but also how railways have shaped our society over centuries. This print serves as a testament to human ingenuity and ambition while evoking memories of countless journeys made aboard this iconic train service throughout its long-standing history.

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Alan Pegler, (right on his ladder), cleans and polishes The Flying Scotsman
Alan Pegler, (right on his ladder), cleans and polishes The Flying Scotsman
Mr Alan Pegler pictured cleaning The Flying Scotsman Engine window of the drivers cabin
Mr Alan Pegler pictured cleaning The Flying Scotsman Engine window of the drivers cabin
Mr Alan Pegler and his crew of volunteers pictured cleaning The Flying Scotsman Engine
Mr Alan Pegler and his crew of volunteers pictured cleaning The Flying Scotsman Engine
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Mr Alan Pegler pictured cleaning The Flying Scotsman Engine window of the drivers cabin
Mr Alan Pegler pictured cleaning The Flying Scotsman Engine window of the drivers cabin
Mr Alan Pegler pictured cleaning the wheels of The Flying Scotsman engine
Mr Alan Pegler pictured cleaning the wheels of The Flying Scotsman engine
Mr Alan Pegler pictured cleaning The Flying Scotsman Engine name plate and wheel arch
Mr Alan Pegler pictured cleaning The Flying Scotsman Engine name plate and wheel arch
The Flying Scotsman leaves London King Cross at 10am for Edinburgh on it
The Flying Scotsman leaves London King Cross at 10am for Edinburgh on it
The Flying Scotsman. The 40th anniversary run from Kings Cross to Edinburgh
The Flying Scotsman. The 40th anniversary run from Kings Cross to Edinburgh
Mr Alan Pegler and his crew of volunteers pictured cleaning The Flying Scotsman Engine
Mr Alan Pegler and his crew of volunteers pictured cleaning The Flying Scotsman Engine
Picture shows Mr Alan Pegler, who bought The Flying Scotsman engine in 1963
Picture shows Mr Alan Pegler, who bought The Flying Scotsman engine in 1963

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