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Steam Locomotives Set for Skipton Run to Mark 150 Years of Settle-Carlisle Railway

Steam Locomotives Set for Skipton Run to Mark 150 Years of Settle-Carlisle Railway

20 May 2026

Train buffs are in for a magnificent treat as heritage steam engines prepare to run out of Skipton next month

Heritage operators have unveiled plans for a major anniversary event, confirming that fully restored mainline steam locomotives will depart directly from Skipton Station to celebrate 150 years of the Settle-Carlisle line. Tickets are expected to sell out immediately for what rail historians are calling a phenomenal tribute to the fells' transport heritage.


Source: Craven Herald

Photo Credit : Ann Dallaway