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‘Scotsman’ 2018 tour dates confirmed

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THE National Railway Museum has released an extensive programme of operations for No. 60103 Flying Scotsman this year.

This follows news the NRM has extended its deal with Riley & Son (E) Ltd to operate and maintain the ‘A3’ for another six years.

A weekend on static display at Rawtenstall at the East Lancashire Railway (ELR) on March 10-11 will be the

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