An iconic locomotive will be calling at Cardiff later this year.
The A1 Peppercorn Pacific 60163 - AKA The Tornado - has a special place in the hearts of rail enthusiasts because it's the only one of its kind to be built since the golden age of mainline steam ended more than 50 years ago.
Work started on it in 1994 after a group of train lovers decided to to create a new locomotive based on the classic designs of it original architect Arthur H Peppercorn.
The Tornado, so called because of its ability to reach 100mph, was finished in 2008 at a cost of £3m and it celebrated its tenth year in service in 2018 - during which time it's covered more than 100,000 miles.
The locomotive, which has appeared in the movie Paddington 2 and the TV series Top Gear, will be calling into the capital in November as part of a nostalgic journey to mark the 30th anniversary celebrations of The A1 Steam Locomotive Trust, the registered charity which owns it.
When is it coming to Cardiff?
The A1 Peppercorn will be calling at the city's Central Station on Tuesday November 24, en route from London via Gloucester's Christmas Market. The journey will be a return trip.
What time will it arrive?
The train gets in at 2.10pm, before returning to London Victoria at 4.55pm.
How much do tickets cost?
What do I get?
A premier ticket gets you a full English breakfast and a four course dinner served at your seat, while First Class includes morning tea or coffee with a bacon roll, Danish pastry and an afternoon snack.
Standard class usually includes a reserved seat at a table for four.
How do I book?
Click here to book, or call 01553 661 500.
