An illustrated talk on the life and legacy of Joseph Locke is being given by Peter Roberts on Monday 17 March at Barnsley Town Hall, starting at 6.30pm. All welcome.
Who was Joseph Locke?
What did he do in his life?
What were his achievements?
Where can we see his impact on the world today?
Joseph Locke was one of the three Victorian pioneers of civil and railway engineering, alongside Robert Stephenson and Isambard Kingdom Brunel. Brought up in Barnsley, his legacy includes railways still used across Britain and Europe, and in Barnsley: Locke Park.
This event is the 2025 Bramah Lecture, sponsored by Barnsley Council, jointly organised by South Yorkshire Industrial History Society and Barnsley Civic Trust . We thank Barnsley Archives and Local Studies for their support. Everyone is welcome. There is no charge but donations are welcome.