Flying Scotsman

[milothedog]

Did anyone else watch the documentary this afternoon on BBC2 about it, I'm not really interested in Trains or Steam but what a fantastic history it has had, well worth watching if it's on Iplayer.


Ian

[wilf]

Very interesting programme. Saw the loco itself at the York railway museum being restored earlier this year. Dying arts.......

[martin]

In 2001 we stood by a level crossing and watched it in full steam roaring past Warwick, the driver waving at us like a kid, a wonderful memorable sight ! I watched that documentary a while back, and it's enough to stir anyone's interest. There's such a passion for steam now, I don't believe those arts are dying any more, thank the lord. Martin.

[Guest]

A whole load of my family inc my Dad and brother all love trains, and steam trains in particular, but the attraction passed me right by. Car's bit me, whereas that missed them!

[Westfaling]

Not really a train guy myself but when you're up close to a working steam loco I'd defy anyone not to be impressed.They're living breathing beasts - possibly one of man's least efficient inventions but they're so cool!
Nick

[edd]

I was never into trains but I love watching these program's just because of the amazing engineering.
Fred Dibnah may he rest in peace. I enjoyed his shows so much. He was a such a great presenter with such passion.
Edd

[jleyton]

In 2001 we stood by a level crossing and watched it in full steam roaring past Warwick, the driver waving at us like a kid, Martin.

Yeah, that's because he was trying to tell you to get out of the b****y way Martin

Cheers

Julian