Episode 2 of 2

First Official Journey

When: 7 January 1893
Where: Liverpool Overhead Railway
Part of: Liverpool Overhead Railway opens with first electric multiple units

The first official journey took place on 7 January 1893, with the chairman taking engineers on a tour of the railway length.

This event preceded the public opening. The chairman, Sir William Forwood, accompanied engineers and other important figures on a tour of the railway. This journey demonstrated the operational readiness of the line before the formal ceremony.

Sources

Liverpool Overhead Railway Wikipedia, revision of 2026-07-14

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