Crofton Beam Engines
Step into our industrial and social history from a time when steam was king
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 …
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 …
Don’t miss the last steaming days of the season at Crofton! At the July steaming, the Boulton and Watt engine challenged the Crofton Beam Team by developing a hitch. Even with the attention lavished by our volunteers, things don’t always go to plan! The engine was brought to a standstill, and visitors were treated to …
A rare chance to see conservation work in progress Our example of this ingenious form of pump, from the days before steam, was recovered from the Kennet and Avon Canal at Hungerford in 1973. It arrived at Crofton during 2010 and has been on display in a custom-built shelter on site. However, time and the …
Friday 10th September 2021 Virtual Tour of Crofton Beam Engines: 1000-1100 & 1300-1400 & 1430-1530 Our Cornish Connection Talk: 1130-1200 Join us for a day of virtual tours around the Crofton Engines and a talk on Our Cornish Connection over Zoom. Learn about how and why the station came to be from the comfort of …
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 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 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)
In-Steam Boiler Inspection & Engine Trials Crofton Beam Engines recently completed an in-steam boiler inspection and engine trials. The inspection went well with multiple demonstrations of the steam release valve. And this was the first time the engine has run for 18 months. A final decision for the first steaming date will be made on …
Boiler warm up Lighting Crofton Beam Engines boiler for the first time since 2019. Although we are not currently steaming. This marks the next phase of Crofton Beam Engines returning to steam in 2021. The boiler is being slowly warmed up over the next couple of days ready for final inspections, and steam tests. Then …
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Crofton Beam Engines reopened 22 May 2021 After months of closure because of a Covid lockdown. Restrictions have slowly started to ease. Crofton Beam Engines is now able to welcome visitors back. Here is a quick look behind the scenes for you, as our team of volunteers prepare this 200 year old industrial heritage site …
