The world-famous engine was the UK's first steam locomotive to reach 100mph.
Science & Society Picture LibraryFlying Scotsman arrives at King's Cross Station after it became the first steam locomotive to officially pass the 100 mph in 1934
He describes how the world famous steam engine "coughed into life" and features "vast steel circumferences" and "rippling bodywork pouring with sweat".: "There's something very dreamlike about the whole contraption and the experience of standing next to it."Dancers from the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society performed The Flying Scotsman and the event was rounded off with a set by rock band the Red Hot Chilli Pipers.
The train will spend the rest of 2023 travelling across the country to allow as many people as possible to see it.
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