Historic England - Timothy Hackworth

Hackworth played a large part in the birth of passenger railways and the engineering of locomotives. Based in Shildon, Co Durham, Hackworth led the people of Shildon towards the development of railways and the 1825 Stockton and Darlington Railway - the first passenger railway in the world. Hackworth famously competed in the Rainhill trials against George Stephenson in 1829, the result of which is surrounded by much controversy.

 

 

Places to visit

Timothy Hackworth Victorian and Railway Museum
On the site of the famous Stockton to Darlington Railway, discover many stories involving social and railway history. The museum houses up to 70 vehicles from the national collection as well incorporating Hackworth's former home. Go back in time with a ride on a steam train or build your own on state-of-the-art interactive games.