The Flying Scotsman
"LONDON KING'S CROSS TO EDINBURGH"
Originally released in 2000. The Flying Scotsman is a documentary film. With a runtime of 3h 10m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Fred Dinenage
Synopsis
One of Britain's premier expresses, The Flying Scotsman completed the 393 miles from King's Cross to Edinburgh in just over four hours - an average speed of 94.3 miles an hour! Highlights Part One includes the exit from King's Cross with the various tunnels, the infamous Welwyn bottleneck, which brings the ECML down to just two tracks, the Newark flat crossing, (the last in the UK) the Selby new line, and Stoke bank, where "Mallard" achieved the world speed record for steam traction. We even take a look inside the A4 engine housed within the National Railway Museum at York. Part Two covers the second leg from York to Edinburgh calling only at Newcastle. Highlights include: Darlington Bank Top avoiding line, the approach to Newcastle - crossing the mighty River Tyne, the notorious curve at Morpeth, the Royal Border Bridge at Berwick, the scenic coastal sections and the approach to Edinburgh Waverley itself.
Quick Facts
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Video 125
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Flying Scotsman about?
One of Britain's premier expresses, The Flying Scotsman completed the 393 miles from King's Cross to Edinburgh in just over four hours - an average speed of 94.3 miles an hour! Highlights Part On...
How long is The Flying Scotsman?
The Flying Scotsman has a runtime of 3 hours and 10 minutes (190 minutes total).
When was The Flying Scotsman released?
The Flying Scotsman was released on September 1, 2000 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Flying Scotsman?
The main cast of The Flying Scotsman includes Fred Dinenage.