Settle-Carlisle Specials puts you in the cab of fabulous preserved steam locomotives as they haul trains full of rail fans along the scenic Settle-Carlisle line.
Interest in steam specials has grown since before the final phasing out of British steam on the main line, when enthusiasts would flock to ride on specials – sometimes little more than a few old brake vans behind a steam loco – to enjoy a steam-hauled journey before diesel and electric took over for good.
This practice continues today, as privately-owned steam locomotives are granted permission to run special services on the main line to the delight of passengers and onlookers alike.
Key features:
- LNER A1 Tornado in British Railways Brunswick Green livery
- LNER V2 Green Arrow
- GWR King Edward II in blue livery
- GWR Wootton Hall
- Class 47 in maroon livery (banker)
