The King has arrived at Pickering Heritage Railway station to mark a very special anniversary for the famous train. The monarch arrived on the Royal Train, which was pulled by the Flying Scotsman. The 74-year-old is present to take part in a special event to mark 100 years of Britain’s most famous train. The visit also marks the 50 years of The North Yorkshire Moors Railway.

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King Charles was met on the platform by the custodian of Flying Scotsman, Lord Hendy of Richmond Hill and Judith McNicol, Director of the National Railway Museum – the home to the Flying Scotsman.

The King will be viewing the footplate of the Flying Scotsman as well as have an opportunity to meet staff and volunteers who have all taken part in helping the North Yorkshire Moors Railway and Flying Scotsman reach the milestone occasion.

Once into the ticket hall, Chris Price – who is the Chief Executive of the Railway – will say a few words with the King present.

Charles will then unveil a plaque commemorating the special anniversary of 50 years.

During the day, the King will also have the opportunity to visit some local shops which sell products from the Duchy of Lancaster.

A shop that the King will visit is Birdgate Chocolatiers – a homemade chocolatier and ice-cream shop located in the town’s Market Place.

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