Step into our industrial and social history
From a time when
Steam was king
What’s On
– CANCELLED – Concorde the Legend in Marlborough – 18 March
Due to the most recent government announcement regarding the Coronavirus/Covid19 situation unfortunately we’ve been …
| 18 Mar 2020 | |
| 19:00-22:00 | |
£10, to include light refreshments |
– CANCELLED – First Day of 2020 Season – 4th April
We are very sorry to announce that the intended public reopening of Crofton for the 2020 summer season on Saturday 4 …
| 04 Apr 2020 | |
| 10:30 – 16:30 | |
Normal Non-Steaming Day prices apply |
– CANCELLED – Easter Fun at Crofton – Easter Bank Holiday Weekend
We are very sorry to announce that the Easter Fun at Crofton steaming weekend has had to be cancelled. This is …
| 11 Apr 2020 – 13 Apr 2020 | |
| 10:30 – 16:30 | |
Normal Steaming Day Prices Apply |
The Engineman’s Rest Cafe
Relax, enjoy and find refreshment with our eats and treats. Open daily ( W, T, F, S, S) from 10.30am – 4.30pm
Learning at Crofton
Whether you are a school, college or simply a steam enthusiast we can provide learning opportunities to suit your requirements. From School Tours, Talks and Tours to the general public, Steaming Events and our Personal Steam Experience, we have plenty for you to choose from.
Explore Crofton’s Engines
A team of dedicated volunteers and staff looks after the whole site. They do that to preserve this amazing landmark from the past in order that you, and future generations, can see how our great, pioneering engineers tackled early developments in motive power and pumping technology. When you visit, you will see why Crofton is regarded as such a gem in the heritage of UK engineering.
Get Involved
Crofton is powered by volunteers! Come and join our friendly team at Crofton Beam Engines, and help to show our wonderful engines and beautiful site to our visitors. We have a wide range of volunteer roles, so there is a task waiting for you whatever your background. Roles include Front of house and tour guides, Engineering, Ground work, Building Maintenance, and Visitor Services.
Latest News
Important Message: COVID-19
Following the latest government recommendations regarding Coronavirus / Covid-19 we have taken the decision to delay our opening of Crofton for the summer season 2020 which was intended for Saturday 4 April. We anticipate that Crofton will be closed to the public until at least the end of April, which means our Easter Steaming Weekend…
Model Engineering Festival Steaming Weekend 8-10 May
A visit to Crofton Beam Engines this May Day Bank Holiday offers an opportunity to admire some of the finest examples of model making and engineering skills ever seen in this part of the UK. There will be exhibits and contributions from: – The Guild of Model Wheelwrights – Sarum Model Traction Club – West…
Read more Model Engineering Festival Steaming Weekend 8-10 May
– CANCELLED – Easter Fun at Crofton 11-13 April
We are very sorry to update that the Easter Fun at Crofton steaming weekend has had to be cancelled. This is because following the latest government recommendations regarding Coronavirus / Covid-19 we have taken the decision to delay our opening of Crofton for the summer season 2020 which was intended for Saturday 4 April until…
Visit by narrowboat
and stop by on the
Kennet & Avon Canal
A Word from our Patron Phil Harding
“I’ve known Crofton all my life and still enjoy visiting this special place. Crofton is important both as part of Wiltshire’s social history and internationally as a working steam pumping station”
