What is recorded here
This blue commemorative plaque records: Sir Nigel Gresley 1876-1941 pioneering railway engineer designed the Mallard and Flying Scotsman steam locomotives. Advanced the modernisation of Britain's railway network. Spent his childhood at this refectory. Recorded plaque organisation: Derbyshire County Council.
Sir Nigel Gresley CBE was a pioneering railway engineer who significantly advanced the modernisation of Britain's railway network, notably designing iconic steam locomotives such as the Mallard and Flying Scotsman.
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