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Edinburgh Live
Edinburgh Live
National
Sean Mcgill

'Surprised’ Edinburgh residents spot rare steam train in plush neighbourhood

'Surprised’ Edinburgh residents got a rare treat after spotting a gorgeous steam train making its way through the capital.

The British Railways Locomotive was seen being filled up with water in Morningside on Thursday morning at the area’s disused station. The train, attributed the number 45407, dates back to 1937 when it was built for the Armstrong Whitworth Company in Newcastle.

Despite its age, the carriages still had gloss and sheen, only adding to the impressive nature of the locomotive.

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