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Crofton Beam Engines

Step into our industrial and social history from a time when steam was king

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Two motor cycles

Ride It Day

09 Aug 2026
10:00 - 16:30

A celebration of the motorbike

Enjoy the wonderful country lanes of Wiltshire, destination Crofton Beam Engines. Whilst we will not be in steam, there will be plenty of volunteers available to show you round the engines and explain how they work.

Opening Times 10:00 – 16:30

Engine House Open 10:30 – 16:00

Car Park Closes 17:00

Buy Tickets

Please note ONLINE ticket sales will close 16 hours before Opening Times.

Or buy your entrance ticket on the door. We will always have plenty of room for visitors.

Admission Prices

Adult£7:00
Child (under 16)FREE
CarerFREE
Kennet and Avon Canal Trust Member
*with a valid membership card
£7:00
Car Park Close at 17:00FREE

Visitor Information

The “Smithy Tea Room” offers visitors light refreshments and delightful spot to relax during your exploration.

Smithy Tea Room open

Visitors are also welcome to bring a picnic to enjoy overlooking the canal and railway. 

Crofton picnic area

Access to the site is via the main gate opposite the car park or from the lower canal entrance at Lock 60 and up the steps.

Well behaved dogs on short leads are welcomed on site. Only assistance dogs are allowed in the buildings.

Accessibility Guide
working the crofton beam engine
Crofton Beam Engines
kids at crofton beam engines
The Crofton engine
Watching the water pump out
volunteers at crofton beam engines
Vintage cars as Crofton's Steam Gala
Ornate cylinder head
Crofton from Wilton Windmill
working on the engine
Phill Harding driving the engine
Crofton Pumping Station in the snow 2019

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Contact

Crofton Beam Engines, Crofton,
Marlborough, Wiltshire, SN8 3DW 
crofton@katrust.org.uk

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