The Spring Steam Gala at Locomotion, the National Railway Museum at Shildon will welcome a line-up of locomotives with an East Coast Express theme.

The star attraction will be Darlington built guest locomotive Class D49 62712 Morayshire, which will be joined by North Eastern Railway 1621, Stirling Single No. 1, Great Northern Railway No. 251, Furness Railway No. 20 and London North Eastern Railway V2 No. 4771 Green Arrow.

See locomotive preparation and line-ups on the sidings during the preview day on Saturday 2nd May.

During the main event on Sunday 3rd May and Monday 4th May, enjoy steam train rides with FR20 (a small charge applies), see demonstration moves by D49 62712 Morayshire at selected times during the day, enjoy cab access to a range of locomotives, and browse a wide selection of railway and modelling themed trade stands.

In addition, there will be the annual Crafts, Gifts and Collectables Fair in the centre space of the museum’s main Collection Building on the 3rd and 4th May.