08-01-2016 15:37 via theguardian.com

Steam, sweat and tears as Flying Scotsman leaves spectators moved

After a 10-year restoration, the 1923 locomotive is about to begin two-year tour of Britain as working museum exhibit“We may be men of iron,” said Don Vause, shaking his head in wonder, “but we’ve got very soft hearts.” The 78-year-old had just watched Flying Scotsman’s first public outing following a £4.2m, 10-year restoration project. “Just look at it,” he cooed. “Pure beauty.”The 1923 engine had chuntered into Bury’s Bolt
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