Crofton Beam Engines
Crofton
Marlborough
Wiltshire
SN8 3DW
Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Adult (Non-Steaming Days) | £5.50 per ticket |
| Under-16s (Non-Steaming Days) | Free |
Prices are a guide only please refer to the Crofton Beam Engines website for more information. Steaming Days: Under-16s free. Please see the Crofton Beam Engines website for Adult Admission prices on Steaming Days.
Opening Times
| 2025 (8 Apr 2025 - 24 Sept 2025) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday | Closed* | |
| Tuesday | Closed* | |
| Wednesday | Closed* | |
| Thursday | Closed* | |
| Friday | Closed* | |
| Saturday | 10:30 | 16:30* |
| Sunday | 10:30 | 16:30* |
* All openings are provisional and may be subject to change
Dates and times marked with a '*' are provisional and may be subject to changeFacilities
Accessibility
- Guide Dogs Permitted
Catering
- Picnic Site - Tables provided in outside area. Pop Up Refreshments on Steaming days.
Establishment Features
- Dogs-Accepted - well behaved dogs on leads welcome within grounds, recognised Assistance Dogs welcome throughout by arrangement with the Duty Manager on site.
- Event venue - Steam Experience Days
- Toilets - Accessible toilet for disabled and baby changing.
Key Features
- In countryside - Views over the Kennet & Avon Canal
- Of historic, literary or architectural interest
Parking & Transport
- Parking (charge)
Payment Methods
- Delta accepted
- MasterCard accepted
- Visa accepted
Specialist Features
- Marketed towards families
- Marketed towards senior citizens
- Marketed towards student/youth
- Themed Events
Tours and Demonstrations
- Guided Tours Available for Groups - please contact the venue.
- Guided Tours Available for Individuals - self guided tours - please contact the venue.
Venue Facilities
- Groups Accepted - please contact the venue.
Map & Directions
Road Directions
Crofton Beam Engines are situated about 5 km (3 miles) south of the A4 between Hungerford and Marlborough. Follow the brown “Beam Engines” signs from that stretch of the A4, the A338 at East Grafton or the A346 at Burbage. For Satnav users, the post code is SN8 3DW.
Public Transport Directions
The nearest rail station is Bedwyn on the Paddington to Exeter line. Walk to the canal, which is adjacent to the station, and take the towpath in a westerly direction for about 3 km (2 miles) and you will see the pumping station on your right. The entrance by lock 60 under the tunnel is currently closed. Continue to Lock 58 (Sam Farmer Lock) Cross the road bridge and follow the lane back to the main site entrance.
TripAdvisor
- Excellent181
- Very Good73
- Average4
- Poor3
- Terrible1
Recent Reviews:
- Traveller53WiltshireWiltshireGreat visit - brilliant place
Sunday, 3rd September 2023Went on the off chance and when I saw the car park empty I thought they might be closed but they were open!.. we had the place to ourselves and were given the most interesting guided tour by Dave... Read full review - Adventurers049Brisbane, AustraliaTrip Type:CouplesFantastic working museumSunday, 24th September 2023This is a fantastic place to visit to see the beam engines working. Please check the website to check when they are operating. You can get really up close to them even when they are operating. Read full review
- D7921Weyhill, United KingdomExcellent, except for grumpy at the gate
Tuesday, 1st October 2024The Engines are amazing , especially at night. The Staff were amazing all except for the very rude smoking lady at the entrance. The engine staff were first rate, and the Astronomy lecture very... Read full review
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