Wylam Collection

Wylam Dilly, with its sister locomotive Puffing Billy, is the earliest surviving locomotive in the world. Wylam Dilly was built by the inventor and colliery official

Puffing Billy engine
Puffing Billy, steam engine invented by William Headley in 1813. Headley solved the problem of slippage on the iron tracks by applying power through two sets of driving wheels

George Stephensons Birthplace, Wylam (b / w photo)
3631747 George Stephensons Birthplace, Wylam (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: George Stephensons Birthplace, Wylam)

Cottage at Wylam, birthplace of George Stephenson (engraving)
3642545 Cottage at Wylam, birthplace of George Stephenson (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cottage at Wylam, birthplace of George Stephenson)

George Stephensons Centenary napkin. Presented to IMechE members by Andrew Reid to commerorate George Stephensons Centenary on 9 Jun 1881

George Stephenson, the Father of Railways (engraving)
1590437 George Stephenson, the Father of Railways (engraving) by Loye, Charles Auguste (Montbard) (1841-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: George Stephenson, the Father of Railways)

The Stephenson Centenary Celebration at Newcastle-on-Tyne (engraving)
1037772 The Stephenson Centenary Celebration at Newcastle-on-Tyne (engraving) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Stephenson Centenary Celebration at Newcastle-on-Tyne)

The Century of George Stephenson, the Father of the Railways (engraving)
1590435 The Century of George Stephenson, the Father of the Railways (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Century of George Stephenson)

Stephensons Locomotive Manufactory at Newcastle-on-Tyne (engraving)
1613289 Stephensons Locomotive Manufactory at Newcastle-on-Tyne (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Stephensons Locomotive Manufactory at Newcastle-on-Tyne)

Bracknell Forest RG12 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Bracknell Forest RG12 8

Gateshead NE41 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Gateshead NE41 8

George Stephensons Birthplace, Wylam, c1896. Artist: GW Wilson and Company
George Stephensons Birthplace, Wylam, c1896. From Pictorial England and Wales. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1896]

George Stephensons Birthplace, Wylam, c1900. Artist: GW Wilson and Company
George Stephensons Birthplace, Wylam, c1900. George Stephenson (9 June 1781 - 12 August 1848) was an English civil engineer and mechanical engineer, his Birthplace is the 18th-century stone cottage

George Stephensons Birthplace. An 18th-century stone cottage home of George Stephenson, Wylam, Northumberland, England, seen here in the 19th century. From Great Engineers, published c.1890

Drawing Of Wylam Steam Engine From Magic Lantern Slide Circa 1900

George Stephenson - Wylam
George Stephenson (1781 - 1848) Engineers birthplace, High Street House, Wylam

Puffing Billy, Hedleys improved Wylam engine
Hedleys improved Wylam engine, known as Puffing Billy Date: 1813

The Village, Wylam, England
The Village, Wylam, near Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumberland, England. Date: 1920

OVINGHAM, is a civil parish and village in the Tyne Valley of south Northumberland, England. It lies on the River Tyne convert|10|mi east of Hexham with neighbours Prudhoe, Ovington

The Stephenson Centenary Celebration at Newcastle-On-Tyne: Procession of Locomotives Passing the House at Wylam, Newcastle, Uk, 1881

OVINGHAM, is a civil parish and village in the Tyne Valley of south Northumberland, England. It lies on the River Tyne convert|10|mi east of Hexham with neighbours Prudhoe, Ovington

Hedley colliery locomotive: Wylam, with two gentleman, 1813 Date: 1813

Puffing Billy
Hedleys improved Wylam engine, known as Puffing Billy

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"Wylam: The Birthplace of George Stephenson and the Pioneering Railways" Step back in time to Wylam, a quaint village nestled along the banks of the River Tyne. Here, history comes alive as you explore the birthplace of one of the greatest innovators in transportation - George Stephenson. Wylam Dilly, accompanied by its sister locomotive Puffing Billy, stands proudly as a testament to Stephenson's genius. These iconic steam engines revolutionized the world of railways and paved the way for modern transportation. Immerse yourself in nostalgia as you gaze upon black and white photographs capturing George Stephenson's humble beginnings at his childhood home in Wylam. The cottage where he grew up is an engraving frozen in time, preserving his legacy for generations to come. The celebration of George Stephenson's centenary echoes through Newcastle-on-Tyne, where admirers gather to honor "the Father of Railways. " Engravings depict this grand event that pays homage to a man who forever changed our world with his ingenuity. As you wander through Wylam, let your imagination transport you to Stephensons Locomotive Manufactory at Newcastle-on-Tyne. Engravings bring this bustling hub of innovation back to life – a place where dreams were forged into reality on iron tracks. Beyond its historical significance lies Wylam's natural beauty. Explore Bracknell Forest RG12 8 Map or Gateshead NE41 8 Map surrounding this charming village - picturesque landscapes that inspired young George during his formative years. GW Wilson and Company capture Wylam's essence with their c1896 artwork showcasing George Stephensons Birthplace. Their artistry brings forth emotions tied deeply with admiration for this visionary whose impact resonates even today. Join us on a journey through time and witness how one man from humble beginnings shaped an entire century - "The Century of George Stephenson, the Father of the Railways.