Iconic steam train to be spotted in Bedford on Saturday

60009 Union of South Africa
60009 Union of South Africa

Bedford train fanatics can catch a glimpse of an iconic steam train as it heads for York this weekend.

The ex-LNER A4 No. 60009 Union of South Africa will be passing through Bedford station at 08:32 on Saturday morning.

Anyone making their way to see the locomotive is reminded to respect the dangers of the railway. Please do not trespass on the railway to see this iconic locomotive – stay to public access spots.


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