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West Coast Railways

@westcoastrail

4 years

West Coast Railway Company are deeply saddened at loosing our Fireman Mike Middleton last night near Garsdale after being taken ill on 1Z34 Our thoughts are with his family at this awful time. Thank you for all the kind messages received from our passengers and friends.

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@westcoastrail

4 years

A great photo of the Jacobite sent to us by Tom Blackman. A beautiful Autumnal day!

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@westcoastrail

4 years

THE JACOBITE RETURNS We are delighted to announce that the Scottish Government advised that from Friday 17th July restrictions should be lifted on the leisure and tourism sector. We are therefore planning to take to the line yet again.

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West Coast Railways

@westcoastrail

4 years

Well worth the wait. The Jacobite steamed out on Fort William today amidst signs of jubilation from passengers and the media. We have a ‘Covid safe’ policy limiting our passenger numbers, but please join us for what is sure to be a most memorable day out.

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@westcoastrail

4 years

We are delighted to announce that we have been able to extend our Jacobite season to the 13th November! This is your chance to experience the “Greatest Railway journey in the World”. A magical journey through the magnificent Highlands, taking in views you won’t see anywhere else.

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@westcoastrail

2 years

And we are off! Today marks the start of our 2022 Jacobite season. We would love to see your photos! #jacobite #fortwilliam #HIGHLANDS

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West Coast Railways

@westcoastrail

3 years

We will have 2 special diesel locos operating on next week's Scarborough Spa Express for the diesel hauled part of the journey. The locos for this are due to be Nemesis Rail’s 31128 (the very last mainline registered class 31 in Britain) and our own 33029 (class 33).

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@westcoastrail

1 year

100 YRS today since #FlyingScotsman entered service Built in 1923, used for long distance journeys, famously on the London to Edinburgh #FlyingScotsman train service after which it was named. Owned by @RailwayMuseum , operated by @westcoastrail maintained by @RileyandSonLtd

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@westcoastrail

2 years

A fantastic photo of the Jacobite approaching #mallaig - taken by Simon Woodley. @simoncwoodley #Jacobite #Scotland

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West Coast Railways

@westcoastrail

1 year

Scarborough Spa Express - STEAM ALL THE WAY! Fancy a trip to the Seaside? Kids from just £30 Thursdays 6th July, 3rd, 17th & 31st August 2023. Departing from Carnforth, Skipton, Keighley, Woodlesford (Leeds) & York. Prices from £85 adult.

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@westcoastrail

7 months

The Jacobite season has now finished for 2023. We will be back again next year from Easter to the end of October. See you next year! #highlands #scottishhighlands #fortwilliam #mallaig #steamtrain #jacobitetrain

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@westcoastrail

2 years

Not long to go now! The Jacobite season starts on the 4th April to the 28th October. We cannot wait to welcome you on board the Jacobite, making memories that will last a lifetime. #Scotland #fortwilliam #highlands

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@westcoastrail

1 year

2 weeks and counting 🚂🚂🚂 #jacobite #scottishhighlands #Scotland #fortwilliam

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@westcoastrail

4 years

Striking gold. The beautiful Autumn #Highlands with a little bit of steam! Until next year #jacobite #Scotland

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@westcoastrail

5 years

This week is the last week for the Jacobite 2019. Just a reminder of what a wonderful journey it is!

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West Coast Railways

@westcoastrail

2 years

The Jacobite - Fort William to Mallaig. The greatest railway journey in the world. Tickets are now on sale. This remarkable 42 mile journey passes a list of impressive extremes. Book now. Visit

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West Coast Railways

@westcoastrail

1 year

Bookings now open - STEAM ALL THE WAY. We have secured some dates for our Scarborough Spa Express for 2023. Running Thursdays on 6th July, 3rd, 17th & 31st August 2023. Departing from #Carnforth , #Skipton , #Keighley , Woodlesford ( #Leeds ) and #York .

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West Coast Railways

@westcoastrail

2 years

We are delighted to announce that we have secured a special diesel locomotive for the Dalesman running on the 8th Sept 2022 from #York to #Carlisle . Thanks to The Class 40 Preservation Society, we will be running D345 for the diesel part of this journey.

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@westcoastrail

7 months

The Dalesman will be back again in 2024! Thank you to all our travellers this year and we hope to see you again next year. Here are a few images from 2023 and we would love to see your photos too!

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West Coast Railways

@westcoastrail

3 years

The Jacobite 2021 season revised start date is Mon 26th Apr. The Scottish government have now announced the date of 26th Apr when restrictions will be relaxed sufficiently to enable the Jacobite to start its 2021 season. Join us for the Greatest Railway Journey in The World!

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@westcoastrail

5 years

And it's a wrap! Yesterday was the last run for the #Scarborough Spa 2019. See you again next year!

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West Coast Railways

@westcoastrail

3 years

The Jacobite today (Thursday 22nd July). Despite local press and radio reporting (incorrectly) that the Jacobite would be diesel hauled, we can confirm that as normal, our Jacobite train is hauled by one of our steam engines.

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West Coast Railways

@westcoastrail

4 years

The start of the Jacobite season 2020 will soon be here....Described as the greatest railway journey in the world, our first journey begins on the 6th April. Have you booked your seat? #Scotland #Highlands #HarryPotter

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West Coast Railways

@westcoastrail

2 years

We are delighted to announce that we will now be running the Class 40, D345 for the diesel part of the journey on the Dalesman on the 14th July, replacing the cancelled trip on the 23rd! Special thanks to The Class 40 Preservation Society for securing this date for us.

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West Coast Railways

@westcoastrail

9 months

We Are Recruiting! We require additional stewards to work either full time or part time on board The Jacobite running from Fort William to Mallaig. For details of how to apply please visit:

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@westcoastrail

2 years

The #Jacobite season is nearly finished for 2022 - the final week.....but we will be back in 2023. #scotland #highlands #makingmemories

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West Coast Railways

@westcoastrail

7 years

For all those who suffered in Manchester, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

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@westcoastrail

2 years

The countdown is on to the start of the Jacobite season #April #Scotland #Highlands ....just a little reminder of what an amazing journey this is!

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West Coast Railways

@westcoastrail

2 years

The Dalesman - Travelling along The Settle to Carlisle line, England's most scenic railway. Departing from Yorkshire & Lancashire stations to Carlisle. Running from 26th May to the 6th October 2022. Adult prices from £85 - children up to half price.

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@westcoastrail

5 years

A brilliant photo by Langton Photography of the #Scarborough spa leaving #York last week.

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West Coast Railways

@westcoastrail

4 years

Wonderful photos!

Stefan Willoughby

@StefWillo

4 years

Got lucky with the weather again after a misty journey to the #Glenfinnan Viaduct this morning. Lovely Autumn colours @BBCScotWeather @BBCScotland @visitscotland @westcoastrail

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@westcoastrail

5 years

Stunning photos by @ChellumEvans #Citadel @RileyandSonLtd #Carlisle

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@westcoastrail

4 years

Happy 97th Birthday #FlyingScotsman . Originally built in #Doncaster for the London and North Eastern Railway (LNER), emerging from the works on 24 February 1923. @RileyandSonLtd

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@westcoastrail

2 years

*Update* The D345 will be hauling the Leeds to #Hellifield and Hellifield to #Leeds legs of this trip for the Dalesman running on the 8th September 2022

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West Coast Railways

@westcoastrail

5 years

Tomorrow we see the return of the Dalesman for 2019. We hope you all have a great day and we would love to see your photos....

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West Coast Railways

@westcoastrail

2 years

We have secured some dates for our annual Scarborough Spa Express train and this year it is full steam for the whole journey! 7th Jul, 4th Aug & 1st Sept from #Carnforth , Hellifield, #Skipton , #Keighley , #Shipley , Woodlesford & #York .

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@westcoastrail

3 years

😍😍😍

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@westcoastrail

5 years

The Jacobite arriving in #FortWilliam by Marlom Elss. Just another day but how much do we enjoy our job! 😀🚂🚂🚂 #steamtrains #HarryPotter

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West Coast Railways

@westcoastrail

2 years

Today is the last Jacobite journey for 2022. Thank you to all our travellers! Just a few memories to mention from this year - a wee lad called Rory who loves steam trains, a wedding with the bride and groom enjoying a trip on the Jacobite and one of many proposals. #memories

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@westcoastrail

1 year

#DidYouKnow if you are around the Fort William area , our guards have a small allocation of tickets for the Jacobite to sell each day on a first come first serve basis. It is cash only on the day! Just arrive around 09.10 for the morning train and 11.50 for the afternoon train.

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@westcoastrail

1 year

The Jacobite season 2023 is underway. Photos by Dave Collier #jacobitesteamtrain #jacobite #harrypottertrain

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@westcoastrail

7 years

The amazing story of how our Jacobite steam train rescued a family stranded in the Scottish Highlands!!!! ❤️ 🚂

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@westcoastrail

5 years

The Citadel double header is Back! 9th Nov from #Manchester #Bolton This trip relives the famous 'Fifteen Guinea Special' run in August 1968. One of the Black 5's planned to be hauling this trip (44871) was used for the return leg of the original Fifteen Guinea Special

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@westcoastrail

4 years

We salute you, Tom! On behalf of everyone at West Coast Railways, we would like to wish, newly promoted "Colonel" Tom Moore a Happy 100th Birthday! The Yorkshire-born veteran has raised over £29M for our amazing NHS. He is such an inspirational gentleman. #CaptainTomMoore

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@westcoastrail

7 months

We love to bring a little bit of magic to our trips 📷John and his friends enjoying a day on the Jacobite. #HarryPotter #jacobitesteamtrain #Highlands

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@westcoastrail

3 years

2021 bookings now open! We are pleased to announce that tickets for the Jacobite are now on sale. Running from the 2nd April to 29th Oct 7 days a week with the afternoon service commencing on the 29th Apr. Book your seats today and plan for happier times!

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@westcoastrail

4 years

Passing through Holme village. The Scots Guardsman by John Bamber on Saturday's Spirit of the Lakes trip.

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@westcoastrail

5 years

Happy to help!

Tim Farron

@timfarron

5 years

Absolutely delighted to announce that we've arranged for @westcoastrail to provide a special free shuttle service on the Lakes Line over the Easter weekend. They did an amazing job last summer when they stepped in to provide a service on the Lakes Line - roll on the weekend!

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@westcoastrail

1 year

How fitting!

Sky News

@SkyNews

1 year

Queen Elizabeth II's silhouette has been featured on special stamps since 1966 - but this collection will be the final one marking the late monarch

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@westcoastrail

5 years

The Scots Guardsman all ready and looking spectacular for tomorrows Lunes Rivers Trust Special. . Also a special wreath in memory of one of our Scarborough Spa Stewards Adrian Scales. He was a steward on the SSE for many years.

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West Coast Railways

@westcoastrail

1 year

#CHECKTHISOUT The Yorkshire Sleeper - A homely first-floor apartment above Hellifield Railway Station. The perfect little getaway! A dream destination for train enthusiasts with a busy summer of steam including Flying Scotsman over the coming months.

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West Coast Railways

@westcoastrail

4 years

A unique opportunity to travel behind one of the most famous steam locomotives in history, something not to be missed! The #FlyingScotsman departs from #Liverpool on 12th December or #Manchester on 19th December. Book now at

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@westcoastrail

5 years

"The greatest railway journey in the world." 2019 season Jacobite tickets will be available to book 30th November. #HarryPotter #hogwartsexpress #steamtrain #Scotland #jacobite

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@westcoastrail

7 years

We are excited to announce that on 17th Aug Scarborough Spa Express will be hauled by @eastlancsrly & 40145 on the diesel leg of the trip.

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West Coast Railways

@westcoastrail

2 years

Bookings are now open for The Dalesman 2022 season Prices from £85 - children half price Come and join us for a truly wonderful journey by steam on the Settle to Carlisle Line, the most celebrated rail journey in England.

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@westcoastrail

7 years

Tag a Harry Potter fan who would love this ⚡️🚂 #ladbible #TheJacobite #HogwartsExpress

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@westcoastrail

2 years

Great photo!

Tom McAtee Photography

@McateeTom

2 years

35018 'British India Line' heads the 'The Dalesman' tonight at Wilpshire Bank in fine Summer evening light. ☀️ ➡️ 🚂 🏞 @westcoastrail @ScenicRailBrit @whalleywineshop @foscl #thedalesman #britishindialine #blackburn @clithadvertiser @BlackburnNews1

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West Coast Railways

@westcoastrail

2 years

Stunning shot - 46115 Scots Guardsman approaching Seamer, on its final approach towards the seaside, with the Scarborough spa express from Carnforth to Scarborough. 04/08/22 Credit Bradley Langton #langtonphotography

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West Coast Railways

@westcoastrail

3 years

The Jacobite season is now finished for 2021. Thank you to everyone who has travelled with us this year. Bookings for 2022 will open around the end of November. Why not join our club? Sign up for our newsletter by registering here

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@westcoastrail

4 years

Our first trip for 2020 is the Pendle Dalesman to Carlisle. Wednesday 12th February. Steam over the Settle to Carlisle line, a truly memorable journey by rail. Departing: #Carnforth , #Lancaster , #Preston , #Blackburn

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@westcoastrail

5 years

The Citadel Steam Special is back in 2019 Manchester to Carlisle - Sat 13 April 2019 This trip relives the famous 'Fifteen Guinea Special' run in August 1968. One of the Black 5's planned to be hauling this trip (44871) was used for the return leg of the original Fifteen Guinea

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@westcoastrail

4 years

Our next February trip for 2020 is the Pendle Dalesman to #Carlisle . Wednesday 26th February. Departing: #Manchester Victoria, #Bolton , #Blackburn , #Clitheroe , #Settle Travel behind our splendid vintage steam engine along England's most famous railway

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@westcoastrail

5 years

Great shot of the Jacobite!

Bonfire Pictures

@BonfirePictures

5 years

The legendary Jacobite Steam Train Photo shot by Gabriela Palai IG: #Scotland

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@westcoastrail

1 year

The countdown is on to the start of the #Jacobite season 2023 😀🚂 Fort William to Mallaig. 3rd Apr to the 27th Oct, 7 days a week. Seats are selling fast! Described as the greatest railway journey in the world! or call 0333 996 6692 #HogwartsLegacy

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@westcoastrail

8 months

Galatea running as Sierra Leone passing over the River Calder on the approach to #castleford whilst on the Scarborough Spa Express. Courtesy of Neil Terry Photography

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@westcoastrail

3 years

Stunning 😍

Liam Barnes Photography

@LiamBarnesPhoto

3 years

Digging into the grade as she passes Langcliffe, 35018 ‘British India Line’ takes yesterday’s ‘Pendle Dalesman’ northwards on the Settle & Carlisle... @setcarrailway @foscl @westcoastrail @SonyUK

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@westcoastrail

5 years

Brilliant shot!

From the Footplate

@ftfootplate

5 years

The Jacobite

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West Coast Railways

@westcoastrail

1 year

The Dalesman - Steam on the Settle & Carlisle Line Traverse iconic landmarks such as the Ribblehead Viaduct, an engineering marvel with its impressive arches. 8th June – 5th October From #YORKSHIRE & #Lancashire stations.

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West Coast Railways

@westcoastrail

5 months

We would like to wish all our followers & friends a Merry Christmas from all the staff at West Coast Railways. Enjoy & stay safe. Our offices will be closed from 1pm on the 22nd Dec & we will be back on the 27th Dec. We will be closed from 1pm on the 29th & back on the 2nd Jan.

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West Coast Railways

@westcoastrail

1 year

Bookings are now open for the Dalesman 2023 season. Running from 8th June to 5th October from #Yorkshire & #Lancashire stations. Come and join us for a truly wonderful journey by steam on the Settle to Carlisle Line.

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West Coast Railways

@westcoastrail

5 years

Great photos by Theo Paul of the #jacobite #Scotland

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@westcoastrail

8 years

You're not enthusiasts, you're a trespassers and a danger to yourselves and thousands of others - #flyingscotsman

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West Coast Railways

@westcoastrail

3 years

Join us on the #FlyingScotsman on the 27th Nov & 23rd Dec from #Manchester and 18th Dec from #Liverpool . Travel behind one of the most famous steam locomotives in history, along the most scenic railway line in England - Settle to Carlisle Line

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@westcoastrail

3 years

Just another day on the Jacobite! Great video sent to us by David and Sally Kingston. #HarryPotter #Scotland

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@westcoastrail

6 months

Most people, who have travelled on the Jacobite will have seen this lovely gent in #Morar , waiting for the train with his lovely sign 📷 His name is Brian Wylie and our Steward invited him on the train on the last day. A little gesture goes a long way. Have a nice day everyone!

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West Coast Railways

@westcoastrail

2 years

We would just like to share this with our customers! We are delighted and very proud to say that West Coast Railways has been awarded a 5 STAR Food Hygiene Rating by the Food Standards Agency 😊

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@westcoastrail

4 years

Just a few photos from last year's Scarborough Spa trips to brighten up your day! Running this year - June to Sept 2020

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@westcoastrail

5 years

A photo sent to us by Barry. Tickets for 2020 will go on sale very soon #November

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@westcoastrail

4 years

Only in beautiful #Scotland BBC News - Stag spotted running across Glenfinnan Viaduct

Stag spotted running across Glenfinnan Viaduct

A ScotRail conductor captured footage of the stag trotting across the iconic bridge in the Scottish Highlands.

www.bbc.co.uk

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@westcoastrail

5 years

Fabulous shot by of the #Scarborough Scarborough Spa yesterday leaving #York #LangtonPhotography

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@westcoastrail

7 years

My favourite Jacobite pic (credit: Ben Collier). You might recognise the scene from the Harry Potter films. #HarryPotterBookNight

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West Coast Railways

@westcoastrail

1 year

We are delighted to announce that we have been able to add another first class open carriage to the morning service on the #Jacobite for 2023 and these seats are now available to book. First class seats do sell out fast so don’t miss out!

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West Coast Railways

@westcoastrail

3 years

😍😍

Gerald Nicholl

@pixnic123

3 years

Appropriately with Pendle Hill in the backgound, No. 35018 'British India Line' attacks Stainforth Bank with yesterday's @westcoastrail 'Pendle Dalesman'. @foscl @setcarrailway #steam #yorkshire @YDS35 @njvphotographee @RobertsGarstang

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@westcoastrail

2 years

#BackToHogwarts 😍🚂 Image is the #Jacobite . West Coast Railways supplied the engine and carriages used in the filming of the "Harry Potter" films. Little did we know 5972 Olton Hall, the engine they chose would become the most famous locomotive in the world.

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@westcoastrail

5 years

Great photo Mark

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@westcoastrail

5 years

A couple from the #Dalesman #Carlisle . Thanks for sharing

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@westcoastrail

5 years

A great photo by Tom of the #Dalesman

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@westcoastrail

4 months

Imagine if you could travel back in time to the golden age of steam travel, creating cherished memories that will last a lifetime. Let’s make this happen! The Pendle Dalesman 16 July, 6 Aug and 3 Sept #Lancaster , #Preston , #Blackburn & #Clitheroe

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@westcoastrail

8 years

The Beast is ready for Tomorrows Scarborough Spa Express #train #DieselLocomotive #Class33 #33207 #locomotive

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West Coast Railways

@westcoastrail

2 years

The Settle to #Carlisle line, England's most scenic railway. We have two wonderful trips, The Dalesman & Pendle Dalesman that take you to Carlisle, travelling across the stunning Pennine hills, showcasing the English countryside at its best.

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@westcoastrail

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@westcoastrail

9 months

**EXTRA TICKETS** Due to changes on the afternoon train, we now have some compartments available to book online for the afternoon train in September. The compartments are a set price of £385 with sole use and seat up to 6 passengers.

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West Coast Railways

@westcoastrail

5 years

Just re-posting....Fantastic photo of the Galatea on the #Scarborough Spa Express by Dan Sutcliffe

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West Coast Railways

@westcoastrail

6 years

The Jacobite Steam Train. "The greatest railway journey in the world." - Fort William to Mallaig Now booking for 2018!!! Daily Services from: Friday 30th March to Friday 26th October First Class Return - £59 Standard Class Return - £35 Don't Miss Out!

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West Coast Railways

@westcoastrail

5 years

The Citadel Steam Special this Saturday 13 April 2019 From #Manchester Victoria and #Bolton to Carlisle. Passing through #Lostock , #Chorley , #Hellifield .... #Preston on the way back. This trip will be double headed with two Black 5's being used from the pool of three.

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West Coast Railways

@westcoastrail

7 years

The Jacobite starts its 2017 season this Friday! It’s not too late to book you seat on this amazing journey.

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West Coast Railways

@westcoastrail

2 years

The happy couple ❤️

Shona 📸⚽💙

@BroxiShona

2 years

@westcoastrail contacted us this week and arranged for us to have a day out on The Jacobite Express to celebrate our wedding 👰🤵🚂 The staff on the train were amazing and they presented us with a bottle of champagne when we arrived in Glenfinnan! It was 'magic' 🥂 @visitscotland