Manchester Railway Collection

A Railway Revolution, 1874. Artist: Joseph Swain
A Railway Revolution, 1874. A large lady seeks advice from the Railway guard at St Pancras. From Punch, or the London Charivari, October 10, 1874

Sir Guy Granet, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Sir Guy Granet, between c1910 and c1915. General manager, Midland Railway; chairman, London, Midland and Scottish Railway. Director-general in the War Office.

British coal strike - building up reserves for Midland Railway, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
British coal strike - building up reserves for Midland Railway, between c1910 and c1915.

Messrs. Allsopp and Sons pale-ale brewery at Burton-on-Trent, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Messrs. Allsopp and Sons pale-ale brewery at Burton-on-Trent, 1862. [This] establishment...[has] attained a world-wide celebrity. Messrs

Frontispiece for Dugdales England and Wales Delineated (engraving)
3648998 Frontispiece for Dugdales England and Wales Delineated (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Frontispiece for Dugdales England and Wales Delineated)

Details of the Rocket from Rastricks notebook, Rainhill Trials, 1829 (pen & ink on paper)
3697572 Details of the Rocket from Rastricks notebook, Rainhill Trials, 1829 (pen & ink on paper) by Rastrick, John Urpeth (1780-1856); Science Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Pages 20 and 21)

Opening of Liverpool & Manchester Railway (ink on paper)
960780 Opening of Liverpool & Manchester Railway (ink on paper) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Opening of Liverpool & Manchester Railway)

Frontispiece for England and Wales Delineated (engraving)
2777270 Frontispiece for England and Wales Delineated (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Frontispiece for England and Wales Delineated (Tallis, c 1840)

Drawing of Rockets firebox, from Rastricks notebook, 1829 (pen & ink on paper)
3697585 Drawing of Rockets firebox, from Rastricks notebook, 1829 (pen & ink on paper) by Rastrick, John Urpeth (1780-1856); Science Museum, London

Stephensons map of the Liverpool & Manchester Railway, c. 1824-1830 (colour litho)
3697584 Stephensons map of the Liverpool & Manchester Railway, c.1824-1830 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Notebook belonging to John Urpeth Rastrick, that was used to record details of the Rainhill locomotive trials in 1829
3697583 Notebook belonging to John Urpeth Rastrick, that was used to record details of the Rainhill locomotive trials in 1829 (pen & ink on paper) by Rastrick

Details of Sans Pareil from Rastricks notebook, Rainhill Trials, 1829 (pen & ink on paper)
3697569 Details of Sans Pareil from Rastricks notebook, Rainhill Trials, 1829 (pen & ink on paper) by Rastrick, John Urpeth (1780-1856); Science Museum, London

George Stephensons Rocket, 1829 (chromolitho)
3105631 George Stephensons Rocket, 1829 (chromolitho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: George Stephensons Rocket, 1829.); Look and Learn / Barbara Loe Collection

The Etheron Viaduct on the Sheffield and Manchester Railway (engraving)
1616785 The Etheron Viaduct on the Sheffield and Manchester Railway (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Detail of Rocket, side view, from Rastricks notebook, 1829 (pen & ink on paper)
3697587 Detail of Rocket, side view, from Rastricks notebook, 1829 (pen & ink on paper) by Rastrick, John Urpeth (1780-1856); Science Museum, London

Sketch of boiler of the Rocket from Rastricks notebook, 1829 (photo)
3697575 Sketch of boiler of the Rocket from Rastricks notebook, 1829 (photo) by Rastrick, John Urpeth (1780-1856); Science Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Pages 18 and 19)

Trains on the Liverpool and Manchester Railway (engraving)
6030642 Trains on the Liverpool and Manchester Railway (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Frontispiece (engraving)
2787089 Frontispiece (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Frontispiece. Illustration for Curiosities of Great Britain: England and Wales Delineated)

Map of the Liverpool and Manchester Railway (engraving)
3653497 Map of the Liverpool and Manchester Railway (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Map of the Liverpool and Manchester Railway)

Detail of Rocket, end view, from Rastricks notebook, 1829 (pen & ink on paper)
3697588 Detail of Rocket, end view, from Rastricks notebook, 1829 (pen & ink on paper) by Rastrick, John Urpeth (1780-1856); Science Museum, London

The Development of Railways in England (engraving)
1041615 The Development of Railways in England (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Development of Railways in England)

Front of St. Pancras Station and Hotel, c1876. Creator: Unknown
Front of St. Pancras Station and Hotel, c1876. Work for the hotel by Midland railway began in 1868 to Italian gothic designs by George Gilbert Scott

A Remarkable Locomotive on the Midland, 1922. Creator: Unknown
A Remarkable Locomotive on the Midland, 1922. From The Romance of Modern Railways, by T. W. Corbin. [Seeley Service & Co. Limited, London, 1922]

Pullman drawing room car on the Midland Railway, England, 1876. The Midland Railway was formed in 1844 as an amalgamation of the North Midland, Midland Counties and Birmingham & Junction Railways

Passenger Train
2nd September 1930: A replica of the first train on the Liverpool and Manchester Railway used in 1838. (Photo by J. Gaiger/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

LMS Railway
Entrance of the Liverpool and Manchester Railway line at Edge Hill in Liverpool. Original Artwork: Drawing by TT Bury, engraved by H Pyall and published by Ackerman

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The Manchester Railway: A Glimpse into the Railway Revolution Step back in time to 1874 with Joseph Swain's captivating artwork, "Manchester Railway. " This frontispiece for Dugdales England and Wales Delineated takes us on a journey through history, delving into the remarkable advancements of the railway industry. Transportation underwent a revolution during this era, and one pivotal moment was the Rainhill Trials of 1829. In Rastricks notebook, we find intricate pen and ink drawings detailing the Rocket's firebox and Sans Pareil locomotive. These sketches offer a glimpse into the ingenuity that fueled these trials. George Stephenson played an instrumental role in shaping railways as we know them today. His map of the Liverpool & Manchester Railway showcases his visionary mind at work between 1824-1830. The opening of this railway marked a significant milestone in connecting two bustling cities – Liverpool and Manchester. As you explore further, you'll encounter stunning engravings like those found in Frontispiece for England and Wales Delineated or The Etheron Viaduct on Sheffield and Manchester Railway. These images capture not only architectural marvels but also highlight how railways transformed landscapes across England. Every detail matters when it comes to understanding this historical period. John Urpeth Rastrick's meticulous notes provide invaluable insights into locomotive trials, showcasing his dedication to recording every aspect meticulously. One cannot overlook George Stephenson's Rocket itself – an iconic symbol of innovation from 1829 depicted beautifully in chromolitho form. Its side view reveals its sleek design while highlighting its power that propelled it forward during those early days of rail travel. The Manchester Railway stands as a testament to human progress – where imagination met engineering brilliance to reshape transportation forever. It paved the way for future generations by connecting people like never before while transforming landscapes along its path.