TRAIN buffs are being offered the chance to travel on Tornado along the scenic North York Moors Railway.
The £3m Tornado, the first express steam loco to be built in 50 years, is to run on the line as part of the Spring Steam Gala.
The North York Moors Railway run gala takes place from today until Monday and again from May 8 to 10, with Tornado running on each day.
Duncan Ross, of The A1 Steam Locomotive Trust, the Darlington-based team behind Tornado, felt it will be popular.
He said: “Those people who gave us regular donations to help build Tornado get to ride the train on Saturday.
“Then, on the other days, the general public can ride Tornado along the North York Moors Railway.”
Details of times and ticket prices are available on 01751-472508 or nymr.co.uk/news/spring-steam-gala.
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