Private company

Rothwell, Hick and Rothwell

Former engineering company in Bolton, England

Rothwell, Hick and Rothwell was an engineering company in Bolton, England. Set up in 1822, the partners became interested in the production of steam locomotives after the Rainhill Trials.2 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

1822Founded1
  • Industryheavy industry1
  • HeadquartersBolton1
Peter Rothwell Jr
Photo: Unknown author Unknown author, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons3

Rothwell, Hick and Rothwell was an engineering company in Bolton, England. Set up in 1822, the partners became interested in the production of steam locomotives after the Rainhill Trials.2

Timeline

  1. 1822Founded Founded1

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