The Future of Rail – All Aboard for Tomorrow

About the event

What will train travel look like 200 years from now?

Who will run the railways? What will we eat onboard?

How fast will we go — and how can we travel greener and cleaner?

Join us for a fun, hands-on creative workshop where we’ll imagine the future of rail travel.

Working with artist [Insert Artist’s Name], we’ll explore big questions through drawing, design, and storytelling — all leading to a bold, collaborative print tapestry of our imagined rail futures.

Whether you're a train lover, a daydreamer, or simply curious — all are welcome. No experience needed, just bring your imagination!

Accessibility

Metal can be found on the platform of Edge Hill Station with step-free access from the top of Tunnel Road, down the station approach. The entrance to the building is located on platform 1 and there is step-free access via the Accumulator Tower. The building has step-free access, limited to the ground floor spaces. There is a disabled toilet available on the ground floor and gender neutral toilets available on each floor, there is no accessibility lift.

We endeavour to ensure this event is open to all, so welcome you to contact us regarding any specific requirements you may have before the event.

Email: info@manchesterhistories.co.uk

Call: 0161 306 1982

Photography

Please note, photographs will be taken at the event, if you do not want your image to be taken please inform a member of the team. Thank you.

Data Gathering

When registering for this event we will ask you some questions about your age, gender, ethnicity, disability and postcode. Gathering this information helps us to report back to our funders and enables us to better understand our audiences so we can ensure we reach as many people as possible now and in the future. The information is given anonymously.

Funders

This event is being funded and supported by The National Heritage Lottery Fund and partners. Thanks to The National Lottery Players.

Manchester Histories is responsible for leading the development of the Rocket: All Aboard programme, acting on behalf of the partnership group.

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George Stephenson's Rocket, built in 1829, was an early steam locomotive that revolutionised rail transport by winning the Rainhill Trials and proving the viability of railway travel.