Joseph Locke and others - a Tour of Kensal Green Cemetery

Date: 14:00 9th August 2025

Joseph Locke is buried in Kensal Green Cemetery. He was probably more influential on the development of UK railways than Isambard Kingdom Brunel, who is also buried here.
This event is to be held on the 220th anniversary of Locke's birth and will look at his achievements and those of some of the other railway engineers and promoters buried in Kensal Green Cemetery. 

Railway 200 at Kensal Green Cemetery

In 2025 Railway 200 celebrates the 200th anniversary of the birth of the modern railway. It showcases the role of rail in shaping Britain and the world and aims to inspire the next generation of pioneering talent to choose a career in rail, as the industry delivers a simpler, better railway for everyone. Railway 200 will be a year-long campaign in 2025 of events, activities and other initiatives, delivered by a host of people and organisations around the UK. Jump onboard and get involved!

On 27 September 1825 George Stephenson’s Locomotion No.1 hauled the world’s first steam-powered passenger train along the Stockton and Darlington railway; a distance of 26 miles. This historic event, celebrated with great fanfare, is generally regarded as the start of the modern railway (more information: https://railway200.co.uk/)

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