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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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Late May Steaming Weekend

28 May 2023 - 29 May 2023
10:30 to 16:30

Sunday 28th & Monday 29th May

Step back in time to when steam ruled all and explore this hidden gem in Wiltshire’s history. Learn of the station’s history, 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 explore the grounds too with views over the Kennet and Avon Canal and Wilton Water Reservoir, fed by natural springs and the reason why the pumping station was built here. Or perhaps enjoy a picnic on our new picnic benches to the sound of 200 years of living history.

Opening Times

Car ParkSiteStation
10:00 to 17:0010:00 to 16:3010:30 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, but with limited availability.

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.

Access to the site is via the main gate opposite the car park. No access from the lower canal entrance at lock 60 due to ongoing works by the Canal and River Trust.

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

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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