Royal Mail has launched a stunning new set of 10 stamps to mark-scotland/”>mark two centuries of england/Waleswales/british/”>British railway history. The collection celebrates iconic steam locomotives and the pioneering spirit behind the UK’s rail network.
Six Legendary Locos Take Centre Stage
The Mainmain stamp set features six legendary locomotives that transformed rail travel across Britain:
Extra Special Miniature Sheet Marks Stockton & Darlington Railway’s 200th
Alongside, a four-stamp miniature sheet commemorates the 200th anniversary of the Stockton and Darlington Railway, opened in 1825:
- Artwork showing the historic opening of the S&DR in 1825
- A vintage image of Locomotion No. 1 at Darlington, circa 1890
- A commemorative postcard from the S&DR centenary in 1925
- A photo of the Locomotion No. 1 replica from 1975
Grab Your Collectibles Today
Collectors can pre-order the stamp sets and memorabilia from 18 September online at www.royalmail.com/steam or by calling 03457 641641.
Royal Mail collaborated with the National Railway Museum and Darlington Council to bring this historic issue to life.
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