Locomotion No. 1 holds a special place in railway history as one of the earliest steam locomotives, originally built in 1825 by George Stephenson for the Stockton and Darlington Railway — the world’s first public railway to use steam locomotives. This iconic engine played a key role in the birth of the railway era, revolutionising transport and industry across the world. On this occasion, Locomotion No. 1 was visiting Stanhope Station, offering rail enthusiasts a rare chance to see this historic replica in action at the Weardale Railway.
Captured in beautiful detail, this striking photograph shows Locomotion No. 1 with steam rising from its distinctively tall chimney, standing proudly at the Stanhope platform. The image perfectly blends history with atmosphere, framed by the station buildings, lush greenery, and vintage carriages — a nostalgic nod to the golden age of steam railways.
Format: Digital Download (High Resolution JPEG)
Dimensions: 3:2 Ratio (Ideal for large format printing)
Location: Stanhope Station, Weardale Railway, County Durham, England
Highlights: Historic steam locomotive, Locomotion No. 1 replica, visiting Stanhope, atmospheric capture
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