The Great Central Railway, Nottingham in partnership with Fox & Edwards Events is to host the legendary locomotive in May 2026 - with tickets already available.
The visit comes as the centrepiece of the railway's relaunch following several years of non-operation earlier in the 2020s.
The locomotive will pull trains along the line on May 23rd, 24th, 25th, 30th and 31st. Visitors can choose between private compartments, open seating and - in another innovation for the railway - a beautifully restored Inspection Saloon once used by senior engineers and officials. This vehicle offers a new, premium experience.
Visitors will also be able to experience the footplate, enjoy afternoon teas and/or celebration evening dinners in the presence of the locomotive throughout the month including May half term. These dates are 20th, 21st and 26th to 28th at the Ruddington site. Details of these will be released in the New Year.
Flying Scotsman will also be on display at GCRN's Model Railway exhibition on May 16th and 17th.
The celebration is a milestone in the growing relationship between the railway and Fox & Edwards Events who run journeys on heritage lines right across the UK. Working with Fox & Edwards Events has enabled the railway to justify the returned, regular operation of steam train operations.
Andy Fillingham, Chairman of Great Central Railway, Nottingham, said "We are thrilled to be welcoming Flying Scotsman back to the East Midlands, 25 years since it last operated on a heritage railway in our region. We're very proud of the work of our volunteers in reopening the railway to visitors and this should bring awareness of our superb attraction to new people. Fox & Edwards are a brilliant partner for us so it's positive to work together with them."
Oliver Edwards, Director & General Manager of Fox & Edwards Events, said "This is an internationally-renowned locomotive which we are delighted to be hosting for this celebration on a wonderful railway. Flying Scotsman is an incredible machine from the golden age of steam and it will delight visitors during its time with us. Our work in the heritage railway sector is making a real difference."
The locomotive is appearing thanks to its owners at the National Railway Museum, who operate sites at York and Shildon in County Durham.