Blue Peter
Railways • 54m
This superb locomotive was saved from scrapping in 1966. After a chequered preservation career, she was restored to main line condition. This programme covers her return – her first runs over the scenic Settle-Carlisle and a foray back on her native metals in Scotland, as well as use on the Great Central Railway. From British Pathé TV's Railway Collection.
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