Saturday, September 13

1825 George Stephenson’s Stockton to Darlington Railway, talk by A Hepburn

By Newcastle Libraries

In 2025 we are celebrating the 200th Anniversary of the modern railway.

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Bewick Hall, Level 2, Newcastle City Library

33 New Bridge Street West Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 8AX United Kingdom

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1 hour
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About this event

How did George Stephenson gain the contract to construct the Stockton to Darlington railway and how did Newcastle play a vital role in completing the project? Join Amanda Hepburn to discover more about the fascinating history of the modern railway.

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Newcastle Libraries

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Sep 13 · 12:30 PM GMT+1