Stephenson Collection

The 205 ton J-class yacht Velsheda sailing close hauled, 1933
The 205 ton J-class yacht Velsheda sailing close-hauled, 1933. Velsheda was designed by Charles E Nicholson and built in 1933 for Woolworths founder William L Stephenson

Stephensons Rocket 1829
Stephensons Rocket, coloured historical artwork. Stephensons Steam Locomotive, patented in 1829, competed in trials held by the Liverpool and Manchester Railway Company at Rainhill

George Stephensons Rocket - the pre-1923 replica. George Stephensons Rocket Locomotive was built in 1829. Built for the Rainhill Trials held by the Liverpool & Manchester Railway

George Stephenson (1781-1848)

Schematic view of George Stephensons locomotive The Rocket of 1829
STEPHENSONs ROCKET, 1829. Schematic view of George Stephensons locomotive " The Rocket" of 1829

Shakespeare Exhibition at Earls Court, London
Londons great attraction: what to see in Shakespeares England. How to find and identify the chief reconstructions of old Tudor buildings at Earls Court. Date: 1912

Baden-Powell / Chief Scout
LORD ROBERT STEPHENSON SMYTH BADEN-POWELL English army and Chief scout

Rail / Chat Moss / 1831
LIVERPOOL - MANCHESTER RAILWAY The railway crosses the Chat Moss peat bog, a major feat of civil engineering on the part of George Stephenson

Edward Pease Loco 1856
The Edward Pease long boiler locomotive, built by Robert Stephenson for the Stockton and Darlington Railway : it draws passenger trains between Darlington and Saltburn

George Stephensons locomotive, the Rocket, which won a prize given by the Liverpool and Manchester Railway Company

Stephenson / Huddersfield
Clem Stephenson, player for Huddersfield Town

Stephensons Rocket
George Stephensons locomotive The Rocket

Robert Stephenson / Lucas
ROBERT STEPHENSON Engineer and designer of the Menai Bridge Depicted leaning against a rock with the bridge in the background

LOCOMOTIVE: ROCKET, 1829. George Stephensons Rocket, the winner of the Liverpool and Manchester Railways competiton of 1829. Engraving, American, 1881

Remains of Stephensons Rocket, 1829. The Rocket, designed by Robert Stephenson (1803-1859) and George Stephenson (1781-1848), became famous after winning the Rainhill Trials

George Stephensons Hetton colliery locomotive of 1822, photographed in 1903 Date: 1822

Scout / Baden-Powell 1921
Chief scout, Lord Robert Stephenson Smyth Baden-Powell, visits a French scout camp

Construction of the Kilsby Tunnel on the London & Birmingham Railway, 8 July 1839. Artist: John Cooke Bourne
Construction of the Kilsby Tunnel on the London & Birmingham Railway, 8 July 1837 (1839). Robert Stephenson (1803-1859) was appointed chief engineer of the London & Birmingham Railway (LBR)

Bridge connecting buildings at Hertford College, Oxford
A new feature at Oxford: the bridge which will connect the old and new buildings of Hertford College, New College Lane, Oxford. The design for the bridge was by the architect Sir T. G. Jackson RA

Robert Stephenson Smyth Baden-Powell (1815-1941) lst Viscount Baden-Powell. English soldier: defender of Mafeking in 2nd Boer War (1899-1900)

Replica of George Stephensons Rocket Locomotive
George Stephensons Rocket Locomotive, built in 1829. Built for the Rainhill Trials held by the Liverpool & Manchester Railway

George Stephenson, seated. painting

Tatler front cover of Sir Robert Baden-Powell
Front cover of The Tatler with a portrait of Lieutenant-General Sir Robert Stephenson Smyth Baden-Powell (1857-1941), military leader and founder of the Boy Scout movement. Date: 31st January 1934

Stephensons Rocket
The Rocket as it took part in the Liverpool & Manchester Railway competition (which it won)

Diagram of the Rocket locomotive engine, 1829
A diagram of the Rocket locomotive engine, 1829. Manufactured by Robert Stephenson & Co for the Liverpool and Manchester Railway, Oct 1829. Date: circa 1900

Old Killingworth 4 wheeled engine by George Stephenson, 1823. Listed in RE Bleasdales Locomotive Engines catalogue, entry 1274. Taken for Stephenson Centenary. Date: 1881

William Hedleys engine, 1813. Listed in RE Bleasdales Locomotive Engines catalogue, entry 1259. Long held at Crag Head, Newcastle and photographed there in 1881

Stallion coal car engine, 1822. Taken for Stephenson Centenary. Date: 1881

Durham County Rugby Team: Parkinson, Stephenson, Swinburne, Marston, Wilson, Bell, Johnston, Humphreys, Todd, Troup, Thompson, Poole, Martin, Kassell, Swainston, Geenty, Hill, Oakes, Gibbon, Hall

THE TWO MENAI BRIDGES
The two Menai bridges - the suspension road bridge built by Telford, opened January 1826; and the tubular railway bridge by Stephenson and Fairbairn, opened 1850. Date: 1850

Entrance to the locomotive engine house, Camden Town, London, 1839. Scene during the construction of the London & Birmingham Railway

Tring cutting, London & Birmingham Railway, 17 June 1837 (1839). Artist: John Cooke Bourne
Tring cutting, London & Birmingham Railway, 17 June 1837 (1839). Navvies excavating the cutting. Wheelbarrows are filled with spoil at the bottom

Euston Station, London terminus of London and Birmingham Railway, 1840. A man greets a female passenger while luggage on the cariage roof is untied. Iron pillars and trusses support the station roof

G Stephenson - Willington
George Stephenson (1781 - 1848) Stephenson Memorial Schools at Willington Quay

Robert Stephenson Smythe Baden-Powell fishing. 9 November 1926

Locomotive passenger engine no 73, side elevation, built 1846-1847 to Stephensons patent Date: 1847

Rocket Whiskey
Rocket whiskey

Newcastle Bridge / High
The High Level Bridge, Newcastle, England, designed by Robert Stephenson

Wild carrot, Daucus carota
5855056 Wild carrot, Daucus carota; (add.info.: Wild carrot, Daucus carota. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn and engraved on steel by William Clark from John Stephenson)

Marshmallow, Althaea officinalis
5855052 Marshmallow, Althaea officinalis; (add.info.: Marshmallow, Althaea officinalis. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn and engraved on steel by William Clark from John Stephenson)

Rhubarb, Rheum undulatum
5855137 Rhubarb, Rheum undulatum; (add.info.: Rhubarb, Rheum undulatum. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn by William Clark and engraved on steel by Weddell from John Stephenson)

Angostura tree, Angostura trifoliata
5855120 Angostura tree, Angostura trifoliata; (add.info.: Angostura tree, Angostura trifoliata. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn by G)

Bay laurel tree, Laurus nobilis
5855103 Bay laurel tree, Laurus nobilis; (add.info.: Bay laurel tree, Laurus nobilis. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn and engraved on steel by Weddell from John Stephenson)

Gum benjamin tree, Styrax benzoin
5855095 Gum benjamin tree, Styrax benzoin; (add.info.: Gum benjamin tree, Styrax benzoin. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn by G)

Goldenrod, Solidago virgaurea
5855091 Goldenrod, Solidago virgaurea; (add.info.: Goldenrod, Solidago virgaurea. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn by William Clark and engraved on steel by Weddell from John Stephenson)

Seneca snakeroot, Polygala senega
5855090 Seneca snakeroot, Polygala senega; (add.info.: Seneca snakeroot, Polygala senega. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn and engraved on steel by Weddell from John Stephenson)

Para or Peruvian rhatany, Krameria lappacea
5855069 Para or Peruvian rhatany, Krameria lappacea; (add.info.: Para or Peruvian rhatany, Krameria lappacea. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn)

Common rue or herb-of-grace, Ruta graveolens
5855068 Common rue or herb-of-grace, Ruta graveolens; (add.info.: Common rue or herb-of-grace, Ruta graveolens. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn)

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Stephenson: A Legacy of Innovation and Achievement Stephenson, a name synonymous with innovation and achievement, has left an indelible mark on various fields throughout history. From the iconic 205 ton J-class yacht Velsheda sailing close hauled in 1933 to George Stephenson's Rocket - the pre-1923 replica that revolutionized locomotive design, this family's contributions have been nothing short of extraordinary. George Stephenson (1781-1848), often hailed as the "Father of Railways, " was a visionary engineer who transformed transportation forever. His schematic view of The Rocket locomotive from 1829 showcases his groundbreaking ideas and propelled railways into the modern era. With its sleek design and advanced technology for its time, The Rocket set new standards in speed and efficiency. In 1831, Stephenson faced one of his greatest challenges when he tackled the treacherous Rail/Chat Moss project. Overcoming immense difficulties posed by marshy terrain, he successfully completed this ambitious railway line, solidifying his reputation as an engineering genius. The influence extended beyond railroads; even Baden-Powell himself recognized their expertise. As Chief Scout, he sought inspiration from their innovative spirit to shape scouting principles that would empower generations to come. Not limited to engineering feats alone, the Stephensons also made significant contributions to cultural events like the Shakespeare Exhibition at Earls Court in London. Their involvement showcased their diverse interests and commitment to promoting arts alongside science. Edward Pease Loco from 1856 stands as another testament to this family's ingenuity in locomotive design. This masterpiece exemplifies how they continued pushing boundaries long after George Stephenson's passing. Robert Stephenson Lucas further carried forward his father's legacy through remarkable achievements such as Huddersfield Station - a marvel combining architectural grandeur with functional excellence. From sea voyages aboard Velsheda to land journeys powered by The Rocket, the name Stephenson has become synonymous with progress and innovation.