Crofton Beam Engines - In Person Day

Step back in time at Crofton Beam Engines for FREE and explore this hidden gem in Wiltshire's history.

Though the Station will not be in steam, visitors have the opportunity to join a one-hour tour throughout the Station, led by dedicated knowledgeable volunteers, to learn the fascinating history and engineering of the site. During your tour look out for items on our "I Spy" trail that are hidden around the Station and grounds.

Throughout the day we will be running children's activities in the Side Boiler House following this year's theme of Transport, Networks and Connections. Create lolly stick pictures linked to the Stations long transport history including canal boats, trucks, trains and helicopters! Or put on your engineering hats and build a mini working model of the Station - a workshop for the whole family. Free though donations are appreciated.

Built between 1807 and 1809, the Pumping Station supplied water to the highest point of the Kennet & Avon Canal which links London and Bristol. The Station houses the oldest working Beam Engine in the world, still capable of carrying out its original task in its original location.

Our Pop-Up refreshment offer will be open for the day serving a mix of hot and cold drinks and light refreshments. We also encourage visitors to make use of our picnic benches in the grounds to enjoy a picnic or just sit and soak up the atmosphere (no alcohol is allowed on site please).

Timings & Tours

Sunday 15 September:

Car Park: 1030 to 1630 / Site: 1030 to 1600 / Station Tours: 1100, 1200, 1300, 1400 and 1500.

Location & directions

Crofton Pumping Station, Crofton, Marlborough, Wiltshire, SN8 3DW

Directions:

For directions and 'How to Find Us' information, please see the 'Plan Your Visit' page on our website (https://www.croftonbeamengines.org/plan-your-visit/).

Contact on day:

Catherine Hutchings

Telephone number:

+441672870300

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking preferred

Booking conditions:

Booking will open on Monday 2nd September 2024. Tour booking is preferred to secure your place but not essential. Please book for both adults and children. Tickets will also be available 'On the Day'

Booking contact name:

Catherine Hutchings

Booking email:

[email protected]

Booking website:

https://crofton-beam-engines.arttickets.org.uk/

Alternative booking website:

https://www.croftonbeamengines.org/events/

Booking opens:

02 Sep 2024 12:00 AM

Booking closes:

15 Sep 2024 01:00 AM

Accessibility details

Please see our Accessibility Guide on our website - https://www.croftonbeamengines.org/accessibility-guide/ Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome in the grounds. Assistance Dogs are allowed access into the building at the discretion of the Duty Manager.

Additional information

Max no of people per tour:

15

Est. tour duration:

1 hour(s)

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