Steam train enthusiasts hoping to catch a glimpse of the world-famous Flying Scotsman due to travel to Dorset today will have to wait a little longer after now its journey south has been delayed.
Speaking exclusively to our sister paper the Bournemouth Daily Echo, South Western Railway confirmed that the Flying Scotsman’s planned journey to Swanage today has been delayed, with the trip now rescheduled for Wednesday, October 21.
Swanage Railway have confirmed an update on the journey in a post on its Facebook page, it said: "The world's most famous steam locomotive has been delayed on its journey to us and is now expected to arrive tomorrow..."
The reason behind the Flying Scotsman's delay and rescheduling has not been confirmed, however the Bournemouth Daily Echo have approached National Rail for further information.
The timings for tomorrow's passing journey are also yet to be confirmed.
The last-minute change comes just days before the Flying Scotsman begins its highly anticipated ten-day appearance at Swanage Railway.
The locomotive is due to be available to passengers at Swanage Railway from Friday, October 23 until Sunday, November 1.
It is due haul trains between Swanage, Harman's Cross, Corfe Castle and Norden during its visit, and offering static displays on October 23, 26, 27, 30 and 31.
In the same post, Swanage Railway added: "We're still very much looking forward to welcoming this railway icon to Purbeck for its much-anticipated visit, starting on Friday, October 23.
"After all, even a legend like Flying Scotsman can run a little late!
"There's still time to get your tickets and your merch and be part of something rather special!"
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