08/06/2026
The legendary steam locomotive No. 60163 Tornado is set to return to the North Yorkshire Moors Railway this summer. 🚂❤️
Tornado, one of Britain’s best-known steam engines, will run special trips through the North York Moors National Park from Monday, July 27 to Saturday, August 1, and again from Monday, August 3 to Saturday, August 8, 2026.
The locomotive will offer return journeys with reserved seats at 9:55am and 1:05pm. There’s also a special Fish & Chips evening trip at 7pm on Wednesday, July 29.
Tornado was built in the 21st century, inspired by the classic era of steam trains. It’s a favorite among railway fans and visitors. Tornado has appeared in Paddington 2, was part of Top Gear’s Race to the North, and made history in 2017 by reaching 100mph during testing. It was the first steam locomotive in Britain to reach that speed since the 1960s.
Paul “Piglet” Middleton said the railway is excited to welcome Tornado back. He called it a remarkable engine that still captures the imagination of visitors of all ages.
Thanks to its speed, style, and star appeal, Tornado’s return is expected to be one of the top heritage railway events in North Yorkshire this summer.
