A special train is to run from Keighley to celebrate the 125th anniversary of the Settle-Carlisle railway.

The June 2 excursion will travel to Edinburgh via the East Coast Line, with a four-hour break in the Scottish capital.

The return journey will be on the scenic Settle-Carlisle route.

The trip is being organised by Huddersfield-based Green Express Railtours, which over a decade ago supported the successful campaign to save the Settle-Carlisle line from closure.

Spokesman Nick Harvey said: "With proper marketing, traffic -- both freight and passenger -- has grown, and the future is secure, with massive investment in new track and improved facilities at local stations.

"While many special trains run through Keighley on their way to the Settle-Carlisle line, rarely do local people have the chance to join them. This train is solely for the use of locals.

"It is an ideal way of seeing the countryside during the foot and mouth restrictions."

The train will depart from Keighley at 7am, and is due back at about 9.30pm. All passengers will be provided with reserved seats and full travel information.

Standard tickets are £34, and first class £51.

For further information contact Green Express Railtours, at 49 Byram Arcade, Westgate, Huddersfield HD1 1ND (telephone 01484 422920).

* Don't miss next week's Keighley News for details of a super competition to win two tickets for the special excursion.