Discover the story of your drinking water as you explore this historic site. Watch the machinery once used to raise the water from the deep wells in action and learn about the rich history of the Waterworks.
Twyford Waterworks will be open to the public on Sunday 2nd July where as much of the site will be open and in operation as possible! Come and enjoy the sights, sounds and smell of a working Edwardian Waterworks!
It is planned that the following will be available for visitors to see:
– Majestic Hathorn Davey steam pumping engine at work utilising steam from the Babcock and Wilcox boiler.
– Large Ruston diesel pumping engines with one running at various times during the day
– 1895 Crossley gas engine and other smaller pumps in operation
– Lime Kilns and water softening works, including the hydraulic (water powered) engines working
– Nature trail with pond and hide
– Industrial railway being demonstrated
– Visiting exhibits and displays.
The Tea Room will be serving a variety of light refreshments alongside a BBQ.
For further information visit www.twyfordwaterworks.co.uk
URLs:
Website: https://go.evvnt.com/1802692-0?pid=4231
Facebook: https://go.evvnt.com/1802692-2?pid=4231
Category: Community | History
Prices:
Adult (with Gift Aid): GBP 8.00,
Concession (with Gift Aid): GBP 7.00,
Child (under 16): GBP 0.00
