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Home to the oldest working steam engines in the world, this is a fabulous place to bring your little ones. One of the two beam engines is 200 years old and they are both fed by a coal-fired Lancashire Boiler. The grounds overlook the Kennet 7 Avon Canal and make a perfect sport for a picnic.
Somewhere To Eat?
There are refreshments available throughout the attractions.Want To Treat Yourself?
There is a gift shop available, selling a range of souvenirs.Where Shall I Park?
There is onsite parking available.Features
- Outdoor
- Indoor
Category
Transport
Suitable For
toddler
3-5
6-9
10+
Opening Times
Open daily Easter-Sept, 10.30-17:00 (last entry 16.30). 'In Steam' Easter, Bank Holiday weekends & last weekend of Jun, Aug & Sept.
Price Information
Please contact the attraction.
Facilities
•Parking•Pre-booked coach parties welcome•Gift shop•Guide dogs welcome•Refreshments•Picnic area
How To Get There
- Crofton, Marlborough, Wiltshire SN8 3DW
- 01672870300
- Website
Directions
On the K&A Canal between Burbage and Hungerford. Take the A346 south of M4 then follow signs to attraction on the A338 just past Burbage.
Tips
What was your day out like? Login with Facebook to Write a tip- Annette S.
- Joined: 7 years ago
- 2 Reviews
Just lovely. Totally original and unspoiled, great walks to be had along the canal with working locks nearby. Probably not suitable for toddlers or buggies but nice to see somewhere that has not been turned into a large commercial venture.
- Damien M.
- Joined: 10 years ago
- 1 Review
We took our family there this Bank Holiday(August) and we were very disappointed! We have two children aged 3 and nineteen months and the facilities for buggies are non existent, it is not toddler friendly at all! There are mountains of stairs to climb to clamber over hot engines with just a sign telling you to watch your children. The cafe is very cramped and the staff manning the cafe are quite unfriendly and very unhelpful. The Kennet and Avon Canal is within touching distance and again there is no toddler safety. All this combined with a car park that you have to pay and display, even in their overflow - a farmer's field - you have to pay and display, combined with entry fees. Not recommended at all.
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