Step into our industrial and social history
From a time when
Steam was king
Thank you!
Thank you to all our visitors and supporters for a wonderful 2021 season. We are now closed to the public except for our special Winter Works Open Days. Not in steam. The first is on Saturday 27 November 2021.
Please see our Boiler Appeal page to find out how you can help Crofton steam in the future.
Winter Works Days
We are hoping to organise several days during the closed season for visitors to see the works being done at the pumping station. Not in steam. The first is on ** Saturday 27 November 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
Saturday 27 November 2021 – Winter Works Open Day
Take a look behind the scenes to see our engineers at work. Not in steam. Update: Staying Covid Secure at Crofton 10.30am – 2.00pm Saturday 27 November 2021Not in steamFree entry – donations welcomeCome along to see our volunteers carrying out engineering Winter MaintenanceCatch up with the latest news on the Crofton Boiler AppealHelp keep Crofton…
Conservation in Action 2021
The Archimedes Screw Pump at Crofton receives TLC from the experts We have been reflecting on a challenging 2021 season. Visitors were welcomed back on 22 May, in line with government guidance, and thanks to our our amazing volunteers who worked flat out to create a safe environment for viewing the static engines and later…
Art, Heritage Open Days, September Steaming and a Boiler Appeal
Coming up to the end of the summer season and it’s busier than ever at Crofton! The August Bank Holiday steaming was one of the busiest we have known, and for once the late season weather was on our side. It was a great opportunity to spread the word among our visitors about the launch…
Read more Art, Heritage Open Days, September Steaming and a Boiler Appeal
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”
