Trainspotters will be able to take a ride on board a historic charter train from Norwich which is making a special charity journey.

Greater Anglia is operating one of its sets, which will be 'top and tailed' by two Class 68 diesel locomotives, to raise funds for East Anglia's Children's Hospices (EACH).

It will run from Norwich to Ely and back, then from Norwich up the Great Eastern Main Line to London Liverpool Street and back – different routes from where the locomotives have previously been operating.

Tickets are still available for the 'one-off' trip on Saturday, September 16, priced at £60 for a standard ticket or £95 for a first class ticket including complimentary tea/coffee/water.

All profits from the event donated to EACH, with the train departing from Norwich at 10.20am, travelling to Ely and arriving back in the fine city at 12.55pm.

It will then set off for another journey to London Liverpool Street at 1.33pm, arriving at 3.34pm.

The train will then leave London at 4.24pm to arrive back in Norwich at 6.21pm.

Jonathan Denby, head of corporate affairs for Greater Anglia said: 'We're delighted to be running this special Class 68 railtour to raise funds for East Anglia's Children's Hospices.

'There are still tickets available, so we hope more people will join us to help this extremely worthwhile cause focused on the region we serve and which is also supported by many of our employees.

'Taking in two routes on which the Class 68 locomotives haven't been operating passenger services, we hope it will be very popular and generate an impressive contribution to EACH funds. It promises to be a great day out for all involved.'

The Class 68 locomotives have been used on some weekday passenger services between Norwich and Great Yarmouth/Lowestoft since Summer 2016. They covered for a train needing long-term repairs.

Graham Butland, EACH chief executive, said: 'We're thrilled this second special charter train will benefit EACH. It's a wonderful opportunity for rail enthusiasts to travel behind these locomotives before they leave East Anglia, while also supporting local families.

'We're very grateful to Greater Anglia for their generosity and support, and would urge people to book their place quickly to avoid disappointment.'

A café bar serving light refreshments will be available on-board throughout the day, further increasing the charitable contribution from the event.

Bookings can only be made on-line via https://public.greenrailtravel.co.uk, clicking on the special trains/events tab and choosing the Greater Anglia Specials option.