George Stephenson's Birthplace facts for kids
George Stephenson's Birthplace
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| Location | Riverside Walk, Wylam, Northumberland |
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| Type | Historic House Museum |
| Owner | National Trust |
| Public transit access | Bus and Train to Wylam |
| Nearest car park | 0.4 mi (0.64 km) in Wylam village (Pay and Display) |
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Listed Building – Grade II*
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| Official name | George Stephenson's Cottage |
| Designated | 15 April 1959 |
| Reference no. | 1044925 |
The place where George Stephenson was born is an old stone cottage from the 1700s. George Stephenson was a very important person who helped create the first modern railways. His birthplace is located near the River Tyne in a village called Wylam, in Northumberland, England.
This cottage is owned by the National Trust, a group that protects historic places. For a long time, it was open to visitors as a museum. Inside, you could learn about Stephenson's life and see exhibits, including information about his famous early steam locomotive, the Stephenson's Rocket. However, the museum is no longer open to the public.
George Stephenson's Childhood Home
George Stephenson's birthplace is a simple, two-story stone cottage. It was built around the year 1750. When George was born there in 1781, it was a very busy place.
Back then, four different families lived in this one small cottage! This shows how many people lived together in humble homes during that time.
A Special Building
The cottage is a "Grade II* listed building." This means it's a very important historic building in England. It has special protection to make sure it is preserved for the future. It was given this special status on April 15, 1959.
Visiting the Area
Even though the museum is closed, you can still visit the area around the cottage. It's a great place for a bike ride along the Riverside Walk. If you come by car, there's a car park in Wylam village. From there, it's about a 0.4-mile walk to the cottage.
