Stephenson Works - Stephensons

Stephenson Works - Stephensons

Robert Stephenson & Company established in 1823 the world's first purpose built locomotive factory. 'Locomotion No. 1' was designed and constructed in 1828, 'Rocket' in 1829 and 'Planet' in 1830.


Robert Stephenson & Company established in 1823 the world's first purpose built locomotive factory. 'Locomotion No. 1' was designed and constructed in 1828, 'Rocket' in 1829 and 'Planet' in 1830.