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We are open every Tuesday

Open to visitors from 11am to 4pm

Steam Days

On steam days our steam driven engines are in full operation.

Our next steam day of 2025 will be on Sunday May 11th. 

Our attraction is open every Tuesday throughout the year, along with Steam Days on selected Sundays from April to September, so why not drop in and say hello. You'll find us close to the centre of Hereford.

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Steam Days

We are open around 10 Sundays a year when we have the pumps up and running using steam, the way they were originally made to work. 

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Exhibits

With over 50 amazing machines in our growing exhibition and with so many different types and sizes on show, there is always plenty to see.

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Water Fun

In the waterpark,  youngsters can  lift,  pump, filter and squirt water. In the museum there is a trail to discover  hidden frogs and a water quiz.

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Cafe and Shop

Our museum Cafe has a  selection of hot and cold drinks, plus tempting and delicious fresh homemade scones, cakes and savories. Visit our shop too.

Our impressive collection of beam, hot air, gas and diesel engines includes the oldest working triple expansion steam engine in the UK

Open for 50 years and still going strong

The museum has been running since 1974 and is housed in the original Victorian Grade II* listed building that was the water pumping station for Hereford.

 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

There is a disabled toilet available

Please read our disabled access and accessibility statements

Dogs on short leads are allowed in the Museum grounds and building, apart from the Water Park and Cafe serving area.. All dogs must be on leads at all times. Please read the poster in reception for more information.

There is on site parking available and one of our volunteers is available should you need any help and guidance

We have an onsite café serving hot and cold drinks along with a selection of delicious food and cakes. We pride ourselves on the fresh homemade items we have available on offer, so why not treat yourself.

We're easy to find, we're at Broomy Hill, Hereford, HR4 0LJ

By Car : Just set your SatNav to HR4 0JL

By Train : We are just a short taxi ride (approx 3.2 km) from Hereford Train Station

By Bus : Unfortunately there are no bus routes stopping near the Museum

This place was a such a gem! We visited on Easter weekend for their steam day, it was busy but great! A particular mention to the lady who greeted us and explained the frog trail to the children and then was still there 3 hours later to enthusiastically give them their badges. The play area was really good and a real sun trap too.

24th April 2025