This was the view from the driver's cab this morning as the London North Eastern Railway 4.40am from #York made history at #LondonKingsCross as it became the first passenger train to use the new third tunnel. Read more here: https://www.itv.com/news/tyne-tees/2021-04-26/train-from-york-marks-historic-moment-at-london-kings-cross-station (Footage from LNER) | ITV Tyne Tees

🥳 Happy Birthday, Flying Scotsman! 🥳 Flying Scotsman was built in Doncaster, the first locomotive of the newly formed London and North Eastern Railway (LNER). It went into service on 24 February 1923 with the number 1472. It was designed by Sir Nigel Gresley as part of the A1 class—the most powerful locomotives used by the LNER at that time. You can book to 'Ride the Legend' now or keep an eye out for the festival programme at www.flyingscotsmanfestival.co.uk #kwvr // kwvr.co.uk | The Keighley

Let’s take a journey 200 years back in time through the history of Britain’s fastest locomotive: the Class 91 🚆 Head to the LNER YouTube channel to watch our video in full! #225Day #InterCity225 #Railway200 | London North Eastern Railway

The LNER Class P2 – Britain’s Mighty 2-8-2 Giants! 💨 Few locomotives have ever looked as powerful—or as purposeful—as the LNER Class P2. Designed by Sir Nigel Gresley in the 1930s, these incredible 2-8-2 “Mikado” locomotives were built to conquer one of the toughest main lines in Britain: the winding, steeply graded route between Edinburgh and Aberdeen. With their muscular frames, long boilers, and unmistakable front ends, the P2s were the largest and most powerful express passenger steam locom

Travelling with us over Christmas? Here's our top tips: 💺 Reserve a seat 🧳 Limit luggage or book LNER Luggage Buddy ⏰ Arrive early at the station 👶 Fold down and store prams ♿ Pre-book Passenger Assist ❤️ Be kind to each other Learn more: https://www.lner.co.uk/travel-information/a-guide-to-festive-travel/ | London North Eastern Railway

What does it take to become a train driver? Chris from @lner and Raenée from @transportforlondon share their experience of going through driver training. You can hear the full conversation about how their careers compare in our new video podcast on the LNER YouTube channel. | London North Eastern Railway