IT'S the moment lots of you have all been waiting for - the Flying Scotsman finally made its way to Somerset.

There were plenty of people poised to capture the moment the iconic train pulled into Taunton, shortly after 5.30pm this evening (May 23).

The exact arrival times were removed from the internet after several trespassing incidents last week.

British Transport Police reminded people to stay off the tracks and watch the train from a safe distance. 


READ MORE: UPDATED: Flying Scotsman to travel through Somerset - but timetable is kept secret


Lots of you were over at the new railway bridge - formerly known as 40 steps - by the sorting office to spot the train.

After blowing off a little steam, it then made its way to Norton Fitzwarren before going on to Bishops Lydeard.

The train will be taking a lucky few on tours this Friday, May 26, before returning in September for another stint.

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The Flying Scotsman in Somerset

"We want your pictures and experiences from the 'world's most famous train' - The Flying Scotsman - as it arrives in Somerset. "

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From Alan Rice

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From Jess Hayes

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From Sue Butcher

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From Chris Trebble

What is your response?Flying Scotsman approaches Norton Fitzwarren Bridge

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From Gerry Sellick

What is your response?Slow through the wildflowers

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From Pip Davey

What is your response?Flying Scotsman restarts from Yatton Down Loop after being passed by the Glasgow to Penzance train

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From Darren Harris

What is your response?Passing Bathpool Tuesday 23rd May 2017

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From Mark Mason

What is your response?The flying Scotsman visits Norton fitzwarren

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From Sue Foster

What is your response?Flying Scotsman Norton Fitzwarren

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From Sue Foster

What is your response?The Flying Scotsman at Norton Fitzwarren

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From Justin Coles

What is your response?Flying Scotsman heading towards Norton

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