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Crofton Beam Engines
Type: Steam Railway
The 1812 Boulton and Watt beam engine, is the oldest beam engine in the world still in its original building and still doing its original job of pumping water to the summit level of the Kennet and Avon Canal. There is also a c1845 Harvey of Hayle beam engine. Both engines restored and working on dates advertised. Hand-stoked, coal-fired, Lancashire boiler which provides steam for both engines. Amazing industrial archaeology in a beautiful rural setting.
Opening Times
2007 Opening 1 Jan 2007 - 30 Sep 2007
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:30 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:30 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:30 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 10:30 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 10:30 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | 10:30 - 17:00 |
| Sunday | 10:30 - 17:00 |
| Bank Holiday | 10:30 - 17:00 |
* Open from 10:30 to 17:00
Tickets Information
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff* |
|---|---|
| Family (in steam) | £14.00 per ticket |
| Adult (in steam) | £6.50 per ticket |
| Senior (in steam) | £5.50 per ticket |
| Child (in steam) | £1.50 per ticket |
Road Directions
Nearest major road is A4. Follow "Beam Engines" signs on A338 from Burbage roundabout Follow "Beam Engines" signs from A4 between Hungerford and Marlborough.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest station is Bedwyn station, 2 1/2 miles. Turn left out of station and cross the canal bridge. Turn right onto canal towing path which takes you to Lock 60. Cross the Lock at the bottom gate and take the steps up to Pumping Station.
What's Nearby
Facilities
Provider Preferences
- In countryside
- No Smoking Attraction
Accessibility
- Guide Dogs Permitted - Not in buildings - staff will act as guide.
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
- Parking (charge)
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant - Light refreshments available for 20 in cafe area. No cooked food or sandwiches.
- Picnic Site
Payment Methods
- Blue Badge Guides admitted free
- Groups Accepted - Essential to prebook.Prior arrangement essential, minimum of 7 days notice.
- MasterCard accepted
- Max group size - 60
- Min group size - 5
- Sterling Travellers Cheques accepted
- Visa accepted
Establishment Features
- Printed Material in Foreign Languages
- Toilets
Specialist Features
- Marketed towards families
Printed Material in Foreign Languages
- French printed material
- German printed material
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
