Famous steam train Union of South Africa passes through Perth on its way to Aberdeen
ByNeil Drysdale
One of the world’s most famous steam trains has been spotted passing through Perth, on its way to Aberdeen.
The Union of South Africa arrived in the city this afternoon, and will return again on Sunday.
The engine – numbered 60009 – was based at Ferryhill from 1962-1966, and will return to its former berth during the trip.
It comes after the Ferryhill Railway Heritage Trust installed a new railway turntable, allowing steam services to return to the north-east – much to the delight of both customers and travel aficionados.
