Kew Bridge Steam Museum (Brentford)
(Information by kind permission of Kew Bridge Steam Museum)
What did "Gardy Loo" mean and how old is the New River?
Find the answers in our new gallery telling the fascinating history of water supply and usage in London. From Roman times to the Thames Water Ring Main (there’s a slice of it to walk through) you can learn about the battle against cholera and how the toshers made a living by scavenging in the sewers "down below". There’s much more to see and do -come and explore for yourself
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More pictures of the water tower which contains 2 huge cylinders for water pressure smoothing.
(click on thumbnails for larger versions)
September 1st - 2nd - Tower Open Days - Railway Operating
October 6th - 7th - Festival of Steam - Railway Operating
November 17th - 18th Live Steam Model Railway Show - Railway Operating
THE
WATERWORKS RAILWAY
SPECIAL FACILITIES
Tours: For groups of 10 or more a fully trained guide can be arranged and admission discounts start at I 0~7. Special steamings can he arranged and touch tours are available for partially sighted groups. All groups must be pre-booked.
Education: Special weekday vis its and steaming days can be arranged for any school or college on request and our Educational Officer can advise on a programme relevant to the National Curriculum. Early booking for this service is advised. Join the teachers’ mailing list for regular information.
Steam Engine Restoration: Our skilled and experienced team of engineers can undertake restoration of all types of steam and other industrial artefacts and offer a "design and build service". All of the Museum’s exhibits are restored and maintained by the staff and volunteers, and their achievements have been recognised by the award of an Engineering Heritage Hallmark.
CHARLES DICKENS WAS AMAZED
when he visited our magnificent 19th century pumping station in 1850. Today you can follow in his footsteps and find out why he described the Grand Junction 90 inch engine, now the world’s largest working beam engine, as "a monster!". Our outstanding collection of water pumping engines can be seen in action every weekend, and includes steam, diesel and water powered engines. Originally built to supply water to Londoners, the museum is now acknowledged as the most important historic site of the water industry in Britain.
Waterworks Railway Operation Dates
March l0th-11th & 24th-25th
April 7th-8th & l4th-lSth-l6th (Easter B/H)
May 5th-6th-7th (May B/H) & 26th-27th-28th (Spring B/H)
June 9th-l0th & 23rd-24th
July 7th-8th & 28th-29th
August 11th-l2th & 25th-26th-27th (August B/H)
September 8th-9th & 22nd-23rd
October 6th-7th & 2Oth-2lst
November 3rd-4th & 17th- 18th
Some views of the engines to be found inside the Museum.
Admission:
Weekends: (Engines in Steam)
£4.0() Adults. £3.00 OAP’s and Students,
£2.00 Children (5-15 years). £10.50 Family Ticket.
Weekdays: (Engines Static)
£3.00 Adults, £2.00 OAP’s and Students.
£1.00 Children (5-15 years). £7.00 Family Ticket.
Children under the age of 1 2 must be accompanied by an adult.
Visitor Facilities:
Bookshop & free car park. Cafe open at weekends only.Partial wheelchair access, large print guide available, guide dogs welcome, wheel chair accessible toilet.
The museum is operated by Kew Bridge Engines Trust. Registered
Charity No.269285.
Membership details are available upon request