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Flying Scotsman marks Settle to Carlisle line reopening

The Flying Scotsman will travel on the Settle to Carlisle line to mark the reopening of the railway.

The track was shut for repairs for over a year as engineers worked to shore up the 500,000 tonne landslip, which threatened the line's future.

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All aboard the world's most famous steam engine

The world's most famous steam engine spent another day making history, as it helped mark the official re-opening of one of the region's most famous railway lines.

Thousands turned out along the Settle to Carlisle line to catch a glimpse of the Flying Scotsman - built in Doncaster and recently restored to its full former glory.

Calendar weather presenter Jon Mitchell was one of the lucky few to spend the day on board.

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