Sunday 31st March and Monday 1st April
Step back in time to when steam ruled all and explore this hidden gem in Wiltshire’s history this Easter. Learn about the history of the station and its restoration, speak with volunteers in and around the Engine House, discover the engineering challenges and the people who overcame them to build the canal and make sure that it had a plentiful supply of water.
Don’t forget to buy a duck to enter our Steam Powered Duck Race and explore the grounds looking for hidden eggs as part of our Easter Trail!
Go further afield and walk along the the Kennet and Avon Canal and over to the Wilton Water Reservoir, fed by natural springs and the reason why the pumping station was built here. Or perhaps enjoy a picnic on our picnic benches to the sound of 200 years of living history.
Opening Times
Car Park | Site | Station |
10:00 to 17:00 | 10:00 to 16:30 | 10:30 to 16:30 (last entry 15:30) |
Booking
Pre-booking is recommended to secure your entry time and help you plan your visit.
See our Art Tickets page to make your booking.
Any remaining tickets will be sold on the gate on the day.
Admissions
Ticket Type | Gift Aid | Standard |
Adult (over 16) | £12.00 | £10.75 |
Child (under 16) | FREE | FREE |
Carer | FREE | FREE |
Kennet and Avon Canal Trust Member | £5.50 | £5.00 |
National Art Pass Member | £6.00 | £5.37 |
Pop-Up Refreshments
While you are at Crofton don’t forget to visit the pop-up refreshment tent.
We will be serving tea, coffee and a variety of soft drinks as well as cakes, biscuits and other delights to keep you sustained while visiting the engines and meeting our wonderful volunteers.
Open 10:30 to 16:00
All proceeds from the pop-up will be donated to Crofton, helping ensure it’s future.
Visitor Information
Visitors are welcome to bring a picnic to enjoy overlooking the canal and railway.
Please note our picnic area is not under cover.
There is a charge for parking.
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.
Other Things to Do
While you’re with us why not park for the day and explore the local area. Take a walk to Wilton Windmill over the hill, have lunch at a local pub and walk along the beautiful Kennet and Avon Canal.
Bruce Boats, also a branch of the Kennet and Avon Canal Trust is holding a Easter Fayre on Easter Monday 1st April between 2pm and 5pm. An afternoon of fun, craft stalls, boat trips and more!