THOMAS the Tank Engine the steam engine adored by youngsters worldwide is visiting Swindon next week.

The big blue steam engine is visiting the Steam museum on Saturday 23 and Sunday, October 24. This year, he will be bringing along his friend Toad the Brake Van and will be giving rides for the first time ever at Steam.

Sir Topham Hatt, better known as The Fat Controller will be checking to make sure that Thomas is behaving himself and that the Museum is running smoothly. Sir Topham will be telling stories about Thomas and his friends regularly throughout the weekend.

Other attractions include a bouncy castle and face painting.