The Victorian Gentleman IS Robert Stephenson
Assisted by his loving wife Frances, the legend of the man
who brought you Stephenson’s Rocket unfolds as living history before your very
eyes. From the initial construction of the Rocket through to the Rainhill
Trials and the rising prominence of the Liverpool to Manchester railway, a
fascinating slice of social and industrial history is brought back to life.
The Victorian Gentleman character was first introduced at
The Manchester Museum as a way of adding a more engaging historical context to
many of the exhibits and artefacts on display.
Presenting tours for both adults and children, the Victorian
Gentleman character brings to life anecdotes, tales and experiences just as if
you were back in the midst of the industrial revolution that transformed the
British Empire. Even Victoria herself would have been amused at some of the
tales!
For their first touring presentation, the Victorian
Gentleman and his good lady wife will become Robert & Frances Stephenson
and re-tell the story of The Rocket and the exciting times in which they lived.
There is even a hands on railway workshop for children who
wish to build a replica of The Rocket - ably assisted by Mr & Mrs
Stephenson of course.
For further information please contact
The Victorian Gentleman AKA Graeme Pye (NB Public liability insured and CRB cleared)
