Picture gallery: Rail enthusiasts gather to watch iconic steam train depart Norwich

Crowds gathered at Norwich Station to see the train depart. Credit: ITV News Anglia

Rail enthusiasts were in for a treat today when the 'Royal Norfolkman' steam train left Norwich for a special day trip to Windsor.

The train was hauled by the 1948 locomotive 'Mayflower' which was making a return to the mainline after an absence of decades.

It's now owned by businessman David Buck, who grew up in Ipswich.

A gallery of images can be seen below

David Buck poses in front of The Mayflower locomotive. Credit: ITV News Anglia

The train was hauled by the 1948 locomotive Mayflower. Credit: ITV News Anglia

Staff were just as excited to board the train. Credit: ITV News Anglia