Step into our industrial and social history
From a time when
Steam was king
Welcome Back!
We are delighted to welcome you back. Our volunteers and staff are working hard to ensure a safe and memorable experience for all our visitors.
Next Steaming Days: Sunday 29 August & Bank Holiday Monday 30 August 2021
We will be open (but not steaming) on Saturday 28 August 2021
The Engineman’s Rest Café
The Café is closed until further notice.
Bring your own picnic to enjoy in the grounds!
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
Steaming Saturday – 24 July 2021
The 1812 Boulton & Watt Beam Engine will be steaming again on 24 July. Advance purchase of timed tickets to the site is recommended for Saturday 24 July. A pre-paid timed ticket will guarantee entry We will be firing up the boiler on the Saturday only. We will be open, but not steaming, on Sunday…
A HUGE THANK YOU
A huge thank you to all our visitors who came to the Crofton Steam Event A huge thank you to all our visitors who came to the Crofton Steaming Event on June 26 & 27 to enjoy a piece of living industrial history. Also, a special thank you to our dedicated volunteers who worked tirelessly…
Father’s Day on 20th June
Father’s Day on 20th June Crofton Beam Engines To celebrate Father’s Day on 20th June Crofton Beam Engines are offering half price tickets to view the Beam Engines on a non steaming open day. The offer is open to Fathers and Grandfathers when accompanied by their child or grandchild (of any age)
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”
