Harry Potter and the rail replacement bus: 'Hogwarts Express' train breaks down on first day of service

A Jacobite steam train - often nicknamed the 'Hogwarts Express' - which was made famous by the Harry Potter film franchise has broken down on its first day back in service. The train service which travels through the Scottish Highlands was brought to a halt just outside of Glenfinnan due to poor weather conditions on Monday.Operator West Coast Railways said the team on board "did their best" to restart the service, however the train had to be rescued by another diesel engine.

“The team onboard did their best to restart the service, but the Jacobite had to be rescued by another diesel engine and we were not able to offer customers the experience we planned. "We will be issuing them with compensation.“We are pleased to confirm the Jacobite will run as normal tomorrow.

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