Published On Oct 27, 2021
Chaos reigned at Carlisle with many trains cancelled because of flooding threats, the trains that did run were speed restricted and therefore running late - not to mention desperately crowded.
However, Tornado brought her special in from Middlesbrough ahead of time and Flying Scotsman, who never fails to draw the crowds even in vile weather, took her out again on schedule.
Towards the end of the day I ran into a problem myself - you'll have to watch the video to see what it was! - but a chance encounter with an old friend whom I haven't seen for months enabled me to complete the film - so, my very warmest thanks to him.
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