Darlington Railway Collection

The Railway Jubilee at Darlington (engraving)
1621353 The Railway Jubilee at Darlington (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Railway Jubilee at Darlington)

Timothy Hackworth's locomotive 'Sans Pareil'
5308510 Timothy Hackworth's locomotive 'Sans Pareil'.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Timothy Hackworth's locomotive 'Sans Pareil')

The first train on the Stockton and Darlington Railway
5310023 The first train on the Stockton and Darlington Railway; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the first train on the Stockton and Darlington Railway, 27 September 1825)

Stephensons Old Engine "Billy, "Built at Killingworth (engraving)
3628657 Stephensons Old Engine " Billy, " Built at Killingworth (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Stephensons Old Engine " Billy)

Birth of the Locomotive (engraving)
3656164 Birth of the Locomotive (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Birth of the Locomotive. Illustration for Boys Own (nd)

Water-Fountain, Stockton and Darlington Railway (engraving)
5213483 Water-Fountain, Stockton and Darlington Railway (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Water-Fountain, Stockton and Darlington Railway)

Fac-Simile of Advertisement Bill issued by the Stockton and Darlington Railway (engraving)
663973 Fac-Simile of Advertisement Bill issued by the Stockton and Darlington Railway (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sketch of a spring-loaded safety valve from Hackworths note-book, 1827-28 (pencil on paper)
3697574 Sketch of a spring-loaded safety valve from Hackworths note-book, 1827-28 (pencil on paper) by Hackworth, Timothy (1786-1850); Private Collection; (add.info)

The First Railway Journey in England (engraving)
725673 The First Railway Journey in England (engraving) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The First Railway Journey in England. Illustration for Chatterbox, c 1905)

Railway Relics (engraving)
1053281 Railway Relics (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Railway Relics. Illustration for The Graphic)

The late Mr Edward Pease (engraving)
3653493 The late Mr Edward Pease (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late Mr Edward Pease)

Hownes Gill Viaduct IoE 350551
Railway viaduct, now part of Waskerley Walk, County Durham. IoE 350551

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The Darlington Railway: A Journey Through History Step back in time and witness the remarkable story of the Darlington Railway, a pioneering feat that revolutionized transportation as we know it. This captivating journey takes us through various engravings and relics, each representing a significant milestone in this monumental achievement. We begin with "The Railway Jubilee at Darlington, " an engraving capturing the grand celebration marking fifty years since the birth of this extraordinary railway. It serves as a testament to its enduring legacy and impact on society. Next, we encounter "Stephensons Old Engine 'Billy, ' Built at Killingworth. " This iconic locomotive built by George Stephenson himself showcases his engineering genius and sets the stage for future advancements in rail travel. Moving forward, we delve into the very origins of locomotion with "Birth of the Locomotive. " This engraving transports us to a pivotal moment when steam-powered engines first emerged, forever changing human mobility. As our journey continues, we come across an intriguing depiction titled "Water-Fountain, Stockton and Darlington Railway. " This image highlights not only technological progress but also emphasizes how infrastructure developments like water fountains played crucial roles in supporting railway operations. A fascinating piece follows – a facsimile of an Advertisement Bill issued by the Stockton and Darlington Railway. It offers insight into early marketing strategies employed to promote this groundbreaking mode of transport to potential passengers. Delving deeper into technical aspects, we explore Hackworth's note-book featuring a sketch of a spring-loaded safety valve from 1827-28. Such innovations were vital for ensuring passenger safety during these daring expeditions across vast distances. One cannot overlook "The First Railway Journey in England" engraving which immortalizes that historic day on September 27th, 1825 when locomotives roared to life along the Stockton and Darlington line for their inaugural run. The excitement captured within this artwork is palpable.