Crofton Beam Engines
Crofton
Marlborough
Wiltshire
SN8 3DW
Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Adult (Non-Steaming Days) | £7.50 per ticket |
| Adult (Steaming Days) | £14.50 per ticket |
| Tuesday Work Days | Free |
| Under-16s (Non-Steaming Days) | Free |
| Under-16s (Steaming Days) | Free |
Prices are a guide only please refer to the Crofton Beam Engines website for more information. Tuesday Work Days - free, suggested donation £5pp.
Opening Times
| 2026 (20 Apr 2026 - 28 Sept 2026) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday | Closed* | |
| Tuesday | Open | |
| Wednesday | Closed* | |
| Thursday | Closed* | |
| Friday | Closed* | |
| Saturday | Closed* | |
| Sunday | Closed* | |
* All openings are provisional and may be subject to change
Dates and times marked with a '*' are provisional and may be subject to changeFacilities
Accessibility
- Assistance Dogs
- Free admission for dedicated assistants / carers
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Catering
- Picnic Site - Tables provided in outside area. Smithy Tea Room offering refreshments etc.
Children & Infants
- Accept children all ages
- Baby Changing Facilities
Establishment Features
- Dogs-Accepted - well behaved dogs on leads welcome within grounds, recognised Assistance Dogs welcome throughout by arrangement with the Duty Manager on site.
- Event venue - Steam Experience Days
- Groups Welcome
- Picnic Area
- Toilets - Accessible toilet for disabled and baby changing.
Key Features
- In countryside - Views over the Kennet & Avon Canal
- Of historic, literary or architectural interest
- Village Location
Parking & Transport
- Parking (charge)
Payment Methods
- Delta accepted
- MasterCard accepted
- Visa accepted
Specialist Features
- Marketed towards families
- Marketed towards senior citizens
- Marketed towards student/youth
- Themed Events
Tours and Demonstrations
- Guided Tours Available for Groups - Steam Experience days available on standard steaming days; learn to drive a beam engines and stoke a massive boiler be a volunteer for the day. Special private steaming days can be provided. Please contact the venue.
- Guided Tours Available for Individuals - Steam Experience days available on standard steaming days; learn to drive a beam engines and stoke a massive boiler be a volunteer for the day. Special private steaming days can be provided. Please contact the venue.
Venue Facilities
- Groups Accepted - please contact the venue.
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Map & Directions
Road Directions
Crofton Beam Engines are situated about 5 km (3 miles) south of the A4 between Hungerford and Marlborough. Follow the brown “Beam Engines” signs from that stretch of the A4, the A338 at East Grafton or the A346 at Burbage. For Satnav users, the post code is SN8 3DW.
Public Transport Directions
The nearest rail station is Bedwyn on the Paddington to Exeter line. Walk to the canal, which is adjacent to the station, and take the towpath in a westerly direction for about 3 km (2 miles) and you will see the pumping station on your right. The entrance by lock 60 under the tunnel is currently closed. Continue to Lock 58 (Sam Farmer Lock) Cross the road bridge and follow the lane back to the main site entrance.
TripAdvisor
- Excellent201
- Very Good73
- Average4
- Poor4
- Terrible1
Recent Reviews:
- Sam HFamily visit
Saturday, 20th June 2026Interesting place to visit, brilliant volunteers and very knowledgeable ! Highly recommend! Read full review - Coastal50197060728Bristol, United KingdomSteam day was amazing! A must see for anyone regardless of if they are steam fanatic!Sunday, 21st June 2026Absolutely amazing place to visit on a steam day! The volunteers are so helpful and enthusiastic they truely make the experience ❤️ Read full review
- KeithandJenUKTrip Type:Solo travelAmazing Steam Experience Day at CroftonTuesday, 23rd June 2026Was gifted a Steam Experience Day at Christmas and didn’t know what to expect. It was a brilliant day at the oldest working engine of its type in the world still in its original location. Built in... Read full review
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