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This powerful, aerodynamic masterpiece rocketed to 126mph in 1938, a steam speed record that was never surpassed.

This is the original Rocket—George and Robert Stephenson's world-changing locomotive which kick-started a golden era of innovation.

Named after its legendary designer, this 'flying banana' is a beautifully preserved example of the High Speed Train which blazed a trail in 1976.

Take a look at our first-generation 1960s bullet train, which led a revolution in high-speed train travel.

Join us throughout 2021 for Climate Talks, a series of panel discussions, Q&As and events exploring the problems caused by climate change.

Explore issues around diversity and inclusion in STEM in Open Talk, a new series of online talks sharing the untold stories of science.