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A wooden train on a high street, a performer in a suit and top hat is hanging off the entrance, against a bright blue sky
A wooden train on a high street, a performer in a suit and top hat is hanging off the entrance, against a bright blue sky

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We’ve redesigned Stephenson’s landmark locomotive for a post-fossil fuel world…

Two centuries after its creation, we’ve redesigned the Rocket for the 21st century as a truly clean machine – fuelled not by coke but by good old-fashioned pedal power.

George Stephenson’s Rocket was one of the true wonders of the Victorian age. This pioneering steam engine established the DNA for locomotives worldwide, and paved the way for the 1830s railway revolution. Our new version is fit for the modern age, with human power serving as the cleanest fuel around.

Our huge construction is ready to lead any procession or parade, pulling its First, Second and Third Class carriages through the streets of your town or city. We’ll even bring along six horse passengers! Relieved of their labour by the advent of the steam engine, they’re heading off on their holidays dressed in their Victorian best – hats, frocks, suits and suitcases…

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You can find out more info on our pedal powered parade float here. Share with your colleagues and partners and get in touch with us for a chat.

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A train float with three carriages carrying pantomime horses in park as crowd look on with pink smoke.

Wirral Borough of Culture, Gaia, Love Your Earth Day, Mark McNulty, images courtesy of Wirral Council

Designed by Dan Potra and engineered by Kevin Carroll, with horses created by Eilidh Bryan. Originally commissioned by Manchester City Council.

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