Papplewick Pumping Station
About
The SITE
Papplewick Pumping Station is Britain’s finest working Victorian water pumping station. The site has recently undergone extensive restoration and once again stands proud as a spectacular example of Victorian craftsmanship. It boasts a range of original features including an ornate Engine House, ornamental cooling pond and a Boiler House complete with six Lancashire Boilers, all set amidst formal landscaped grounds.
The
Engine House
The Engine House is home to the original twin beam engines, built by James Watt and Co in 1884, and is of special interest for its outstanding combination of Victorian engineering and artistic design. Visitors are taken aback by the sheer splendour of the stained glass windows, elaborately decorated columns and polished mahogany and brass work. Designed as a statement of Victorian flare and pride, it is hard to believe today that the site was never intended to be seen by the general public.
Visitor
Facilities
Visitors are welcome every Sunday afternoon, and the Station runs in steam on bank holidays and other selected weekends. An audio tour is available, supported by computer animation, and visitors can also explore a range of hands-on activities. The site has a playground, shop, café and picnic areas. Papplewick Pumping Station offers an education service, holds special events and activities and can be hired as a venue for private functions.
Further
Information
Opening Times: Sunday afternoons, Easter to October, 2.00-5.00pm. November to Easter 2.00-4.00pm. In steam bank holiday and selected other weekends.
Address: Papplewick Pumping Station, off Longdale Lane, Ravenshead, Nottinghamshire NG15 9AJ
Telephone: (0115) 963 2938
Website: Papplewick Pumping Station
