The Museum normally stages events and other activities throughout the year, but due to Covid19 regulations the board of directors have decided to cancel our events program for the rest of 2020. We will instead build a bigger and better program for 2021 which will be announced below soon.
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Museum of Power, Hatfield Road, Langford, Maldon, Essex CM9 6QA |Tel: +44 (0) 1621 843183 | Charity No. 1087459 | www.museumofpower.org.uk
Subject to Covid 19 regulations our 2021 program will run with the following applying:
All Shows start at 10 am and finish at 4 pm unless otherwise stated. Entrance fees are as shown against each Show.
Christmas events run 10:00am-3:00pm.
Faery Fair runs 12noon-7pm.
Coffee & Cars Meetings run 9am-1pm.
Power of Friendship Club runs 2-4pm.
The miniature railway is OPEN for Steam train rides at many but not all of our main What's On days. If you are planning a train ride then please see the Running dates. An additional charge is made for the ride. We reserve the right to replace the miniature steam engine with a diesel engine as and when operational circumstances may demand. Children under one year old cannot be carried.
The 'Model Village' will be OPEN on the First Sunday in the month as well as dates shown below and on its web page found by clicking on the red text.
"Marshall", the Lilleshall triple-expansion steam pumping engine, will only RUN at Shows where shown below.
For all What's On days the Steam Pump Tea Room will be OPEN serving food and refreshments.
2021 Exhibitor Application forms will be available on-line via the Exhibitors and Contact Us drop down menus above when we announce the 2021 program, as on-line forms or in printable pdf format.
2021 Stallholder forms will only be available in pdf format.
Some indoor facilities are available for hire to groups and individuals. In addition the Museum has a quiet, level and secluded three-acre field which can be hired out to appropriate groups and organisations for example, weddings and private functions. For details of availability contact the Museum Manager via the contact page.
We take every effort to ensure our calendar details are correct. However, these are subject to change without prior notice. To avoid any disappointment please check with the Museum that the key attractions are open and running as illustrated below.
Marshall Running on Steam Power
Marshall Running on Compressed Air
Museum of Power Oil / Diesel Engines / Compressed Air Engines
Museum of Power Miniature Railway
Museum of Power ‘Astaria’ Model Village
Museum of Power Steam Pump Tea Room
Essex Passes are not valid at any of our event days or Learning experiences. They are only valid on normal Museum open days.
Attending our Museum & events is a great way for children to gain hours towards their award goals.
Other small events take place at the Museum throughout the year - these will be added to this section periodically.
Fourth Sunday in each month 9am to 1pm
Come along and join our monthly enthusiasts meeting. Bring along your classic or modern vehicles together with anything of interest
Steam Pump Tea Room OPEN serving breakfasts, hot/cold food, home made cakes and refreshments
Unless shown below otherwise, the Miniature steam train will NOT be running for train rides and "Marshall" the Lilleshall pumping engine will NOT be running. Some engines will be run on Compressed Air
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Free entry to the Model Village and Tea Room for food and refreshments on non paying event days
A charge is made for entry to the Museum
Miniature steam train and "Marshall" the Lilleshall pumping engine and other oil / diesel engines will NOT BE RUNNING unless indicated below or on main event days on the first Sunday of the month
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Below are our 2020 Temporary Exhibitions - we will updating this page with our 2021 exhibitions soon.
5th August to 1st October 2020
Steam Engines provide great benefits to the brewing industry for ale and beer. Come and explore the fascinating history of how steam supported the growth of the industry, how it is used in modern breweries and discover the long tradition of brewing being the sole responsibility of women historically and today. There will also be a local flavour, with stories about Essex breweries past and present.
Normal Museum Admission Charges apply - Adults £6.00, Concessions £5.00, Children (5-15) £2.50, Children under 5 FREE
Miniature steam train CLOSED for rides
'Astaria' model village CLOSED
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will be not be running, some engines will run on Compressed Air.
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8th - 26th July 2020 - Normal Museum opening hours
Running in the Museum from Wednesday 8th July
Through exploring stories around the history of some of our lost local railway lines, you will discover the significant impact these lines had on the local community amenities, including the distribution of local goods and produce beyond the Essex borders and what exciting changes may lie ahead.
Looking at the disused railway lines in Essex, from Kelvedon to Tollesbury Light Railway to Witham to Maldon East, Maldon West to South Woodham Ferrers and Braintree to Bishops Stortford.
Normal Museum Admission Charges apply - Adults £6.00, Concessions £5.00, Children (5-15) £2.50, Children under 5 FREE
Miniature steam train CLOSED for rides
'Astaria' model village CLOSED
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will be not be running, some engines will run on Compressed Air.
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29th July to 6th September 2020 - Normal Museum opening hours
Back by popular demand, this exhibition explores the evolution and history of Airships, Blimps & Zeppelins. Basically all things lighter than conventional air craft. In addition, come and learn about the Zeppelins that were brought down here in Essex during the First World War and exciting projects currently being developed for the future.
Normal Museum Admission Charges apply - Adults £6.00, Concessions £5.00, Children (5-15) £2.50, Children under 5 FREE
Miniature steam train CLOSED for rides
'Astaria' model village CLOSED
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will be not be running, some engines will run on Compressed Air.
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The shows below were planned to run in 2020 before the Covid19 pandemic - we will be updating this page with 2021 events soon. The rest of our 2020 events program has been cancelled.
Sunday 29th March 2020 - POSTPONED - to be rearranged later in 2020
Antique stalls inside and outside of the Museum
The Museum does not take stall bookings for this event. To book stalls please contact Haddon Events on 07519 276507 or info@haddonevents.co.uk
Doors open 9:30am for visitors & Steam Pump Tea Room open 9:30am
Adult £3.00, Children under 15 FREE
Miniature steam train CLOSED for rides
'Astaria' model village OPEN
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will not be running and other oil / diesel engines will not be running
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Sunday 12th April 2020 - POSTPONED - to be rearranged later in 2020
Easter Show with Classic Cars, Buses, Military Vehicles & all types of transport. Stalls, music and entertainment. Bocking Brass Band booked to perform.
Adult £7.00, Concessions £6.00, Children (5 to 15) £3.00 Children and under 5 FREE
Miniature steam train OPEN for rides (extra charge applies) - to be confirmed by railway team. Please contact the Museum to confirm.
'Astaria' model village OPEN
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will be run by steam and other oil / diesel engines will be running
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Sunday 7th June 2020 - POSTPONED
Exhibition of classic Japanese cars and bikes, cultural activities, crafts and food stalls, entertainment and music
Free children's craft section and hunt
Adult £7.00, Concessions £6.00 Children (5 to 15) £3.00 Children under 5 FREE
Miniature steam train OPEN for rides (extra charge applies) - to be confirmed by railway team. Please contact the Museum to confirm.
'Astaria' model village OPEN
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will be run by steam and other oil / diesel engines will be running
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Sunday 6th September 2020
We are excited to announce a new event for this summer.
In conjunction with Haddon Events, we present The Summer Outdoor Vintage and Antique Market.
The event will take place on our large show field. It is perfect for a summer market.
Expect to find stalls selling antique and vintage items including, jewellery, silver, coins, vintage fashion, handbags, furniture, sculpture, garden ornaments, household effects, curios, art, collectables, ceramics and much more...
The Museum staff have been working tirelessly alongside Haddon Events in order to make this event happen and to keep it COVID safe. To this end we will be putting in measures to make sure that you can feel safe and confident whilst visiting the market. There will be a one way system in place, stalls will be spaced out, there will be hand sanitising stations throughout the site, the toilets will be regularly cleaned, and all stallholders will be COVID compliant.
Entry: Adults & Concessions £3 Children under 16 FREE
Miniature steam train CLOSED for rides
'Astaria' model village OPEN
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will be run by compressed air and some other engines will be running.
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Sunday 2nd August 2020 - POSTPONED
Classic Motorcycle show with stalls and entertainment
Adult £7.00, Concessions £6.00, Children (5 to 15) £3.00 Children under 5 FREE.
Miniature steam train OPEN for rides (extra charge applies) - to be confirmed by railway team. Please contact the Museum to confirm.
'Astaria' model village OPEN
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will be run by steam and other oil / diesel engines will be running
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Sunday 6th September 2020 (Drive thru Maldon High Street Saturday 5th September PM)
American & Custom vehicles, stalls, music and entertainment
Adult £8.00, Concessions £7.00, Children (5-15) £3.00, Children Under 5 FREE
Miniature steam train OPEN for rides (extra charge applies) - to be confirmed by railway team. Please contact the Museum to confirm.
'Astaria' model village OPEN
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will be run by steam and other oil / diesel engines will be running
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Sunday 20th September 2020
Victorian fancy dress, music, craft stalls and trade stalls - on the show field.
Adult £3.00, Concessions £3.00, Children (5-15) £3.00, Children Under 5 FREE
Miniature steam train OPEN for rides (extra charge applies) - to be confirmed by railway team. Please contact the Museum to confirm.
'Astaria' model village OPEN
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will be run and other oil / diesel engines will be running - STEAM/COMPRESSED AIR TO BE CONFIRMED
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Sunday 4th October 2020
Model railway layouts on display, model boats, steam toys and many more models
Adult £7.00, Concessions £6.00, Children (5 to 15) £3.00 Children under 5 FREE
Miniature steam train OPEN for rides (extra charge applies) - to be confirmed by railway team. Please contact the Museum to confirm.
'Astaria' model village OPEN
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will be run by steam and other oil / diesel engines will be running
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Sunday 18th October 2020
Antique stalls inside and outside of the Museum
The Museum does not take stall bookings for this event. To book stalls please contact Haddon Events on 07519 276507 or info@haddonevents.co.uk
Doors open 9:30am for visitors & Steam Pump Tea Room open 9:30am
Adult £3.00, Children under 15 FREE
Miniature steam train CLOSED for rides
'Astaria' model village OPEN
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will not be running and other oil / diesel engines will not be running
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Sunday 6th December 2020 - 10:00am-3:00pm
Christmas Steampunk Market for Gift Ideas, meet Santa*, Family Entertainment, and Steam Train Rides
*To see Santa:
Child ticket: £12
This includes entry to the event, one free ride on the miniature railway, a visit to Santa and a gift bag
Adult ticket: £8
This includes entry to the event, a ride on the miniature railway, Santa visit, a hot drink and a mince pie
Standard Entry Fee (no Santa visit):
Adult ticket: £7
Concession ticket: £6
Child ticket for 5 to 15: £3
Under 5s: FREE
Bookings open from 1st August
Miniature Railway OPEN for rides to be confirmed by Railway team. Please contact the Museum to confirm.
'Astaria' model village OPEN
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will be running on Compressed Air and other oil / diesel engines will be running
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13th December 2020 - 10:00am to 3:00pm
Come and meet SANTA in his Grotto, enjoy a miniature steam train ride, meander through our indoor Christmas stalls and join in with our fun entertainment and children's rides.
To see Santa:
Child ticket: £12
This includes entry to the event, one free ride on the miniature railway, a visit to Santa and a gift bag
Adult ticket: £8
This includes entry to the event, a ride on the miniature railway, Santa visit, a hot drink and a mince pie
Standard Entry Fee (no Santa visit):
Adult ticket: £7
Concession ticket: £6
Child ticket for 5 to 15: £3
Under 5s: FREE
Bookings open from 1st August
Miniature Railway OPEN for rides (extra charge applies) - to be confirmed by railway team. Please contact the Museum to confirm.
'ASTARIA' model village and Steam Pump Tea Room OPEN
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will be run by air and other oil / diesel engines will be running
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The Community daysbelow were planned to run in 2020 before the Covid19 pandemic - we will be updating this page with 2021 community days soon. The rest of our 2020 events program has been cancelled.
Wednesday 1st January 2020
Come and join us at the Museum and 'Crank Up the New Year'. See our Power Machines and 1920's Belt Driven Workshop in Action. See 'Marshall' the Largest Steam Engine in Essex at Work.
Also enjoy our Wassail Traditional folk celebration in the Museum's grounds with Morris Dancing, Food & Drink, Folk Songs & Tunes plus blessing of our Fruit Trees.
Come and see the only Model Village in Essex. Browse our Book Fair. Steam Pump Tea Room OPEN
Adult £6.50, Concessions £5.50, Children (5-15) £2.50, Children under 5: FREE
'Astaria' model village OPEN
Miniature Railway CLOSED
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will be run by COMPRESSED AIR only and other engines will be running by Compressed Air - some oil & gas engines will run.
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Friday 17th April - POSTPONED DUE TO CORONAVIRUS
An evening of great fun and experience for all ages, combining good food with a dramatic crime scene and a clue solving game. You can enjoy this special evening with your friends, or family, without the headache of having to organise it yourself.
6:30pm-10:30pm
Three Course Dinner and Arrival Drinks - Period Dress Welcome
£39 per ticket
Book Here from 7th January 2020
Bar Available
Miniature Railway will NOT be running
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will NOT be running and other oil / diesel engines will NOT be running
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Sunday 17th May 2020 - POSTPONED
Fun Day full of Childrens activities and entertainment
Adult £6.00, Concessions £5.00, Children 15 and under FREE - Entrance includes 1 free train ride
The show will include: Kids crafts, toys, bouncy castles & rides, museum hunts, model exhibits, magician, children’s storytelling, party entertainment and more fun activities.
Booked for the show: An inflatable obstacle course and bouncy castles, Football darts, Children's bumper cars.
Charges will apply for some activities.
Miniature steam train OPEN for rides (extra charge applies) - to be confirmed by railway team. Please contact the Museum to confirm.
'Astaria' model village OPEN
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will be run by compressed air and other oil / diesel engines will be running
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Friday 28th & Saturday 29th August 2020 - Performances Start at 7:30pm, Doors open 5:30pm
DOT Productions are back and proud to present one of the funniest plays in the English language - ‘The Importance of Being Earnest’ and we could all do with a little socially distanced light relief!
Oscar Wilde billed his play as ‘a trivial comedy for serious people’, and its witty dialogue and fabulous characters are sure to delight both serious and flippant audiences alike.
‘In matters of grave importance, style, not sincerity, is the vital thing.’
– Gwendolyn, Act III
Six versatile actors and DOT Productions’ renowned style bring this much loved masterpiece to you in all its satirical glory.
Two bachelors; the seemingly responsible John Worthing J.P, and the charming and frivolous Algernon Moncrieff; both lead double lives in order to court Gwendolyn Fairfax and Cecily Cardew. This leads to a riotous comedy of mistaken identities, and encounters with the formidable Lady Bracknell.
This is an outdoor production so please bring your own chairs or floor cushions. We will be seating you in social bubbles / households as per government guidelines so please take this into consideration when booking your tickets.
If you need to book for more than one bubble please make these as separate bookings so that we can plan socially distanced seating accordingly.
The production runs at approximately 2hrs including an interval but to avoid congestion during the interval we encourage the use of the toilets at any time during the performance.
Ticket Price £12.00 - book in advance only using links below
Tickets available from:
1. DOT Production Web-site
Friday 28th August Tickets Click Here
Saturday 29th August Tickets Click Here
Pre-theatre refreshments available in the Pavillion from 5.30pm - 7pm.
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Sunday 9th August 2020
Folk Music, Talks & Workshops, Agricultural Machinery, Nature & Ecology, Country Crafts, Games and fun for all
Adult £7.00, Concessions £6.00, Children (5-15) £3.00, Children Under 5 FREE
Miniature steam train OPEN for rides (extra charge applies) - to be confirmed by railway team. Please contact the Museum to confirm.
'Astaria' model village OPEN
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will be run by compressed air and other oil / diesel engines will be running
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Saturday 26th September 2020 from 12noon-7pm
Second Faery Fair at the Museum & Astaria Model Village with fairy themed stalls, crafts and competitions, storytelling, wand making workshops, a mystical labyrinth, hoola hoop sessions and crowing our chosen Prince, Princess, King and Queen. The day finishes with a procession leading to our Model Village with over 400 candlelit lanterns illuminating the village and its Fairies and Elves.
Adult £6.00, Concessions £5.00, Children (5-15) £3.00, Children Under 5 FREE
Miniature steam train will be running between 12noon & 6pm to be confirmed by railway team. Please contact the Museum to confirm.
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will be running on compressed air and other compressed air engines/belt workshop will be running
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Fridays 2nd, 9th & 16th October 2020 - 6pm-8pm
Magical evenings in our Model Village for children and adults alike with over 400 candlelit lanterns with Fairies and Elves.
FREE ENTRY to Model Village and Museum. Tea Room OPEN for Food & Refreshments
Miniature steam train CLOSED for rides
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will not be running and other oil / diesel engines will not be running
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Friday 6th November 2020
An evening of great fun and experience for all ages, combining good food with a dramatic crime scene and a clue solving game. You can enjoy this special evening with your friends, or family, without the headache of having to organise it yourself.
Three Course Dinner and Arrival Drinks - Period Dress Welcome
6:30pm-10:30pm
£39 per ticket
Bar Available
Miniature Railway will NOT be running
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will NOT be running and other oil / diesel engines will NOT be running
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Saturday 21st November 2020 10:30am - 12:30pm & 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Sunday 22nd November 2020 11am - 1pm
MAKE YOUR OWN HAND-CRAFTED CHRISTMAS WREATH
(EVERYTHING IS PROVIDED)
Seasonal refreshments included. Only £25 per person.
Please send your £10 deposit to the Museum of Power and bring the remaining £15 on the day. Please state which day you are booking for as well as your name and telephone number. A child is welcome to participate in the crafting session free with a paying adult. Facilitated by Essex artist Paula MacGregor.
Visit Museum's Ticket Website to book from Spring 2020
Miniature Railway will NOT be running
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will NOT be running and other oil / diesel engines will NOT be running
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The Learning Experiences below were planned to run in 2020 before the Covid19 pandemic - we will be updating this page with 2021 Learning experiences soon. The rest of our 2020 events program has been cancelled.
Wednesday 19th - Sunday 23rd February 2020
Bring your youngsters along to the Museum during the February Half Term Holidays and join in the fun of our:
Bug Hunt – join Essex Wildlife to find the bugs and creepy crawlies in our grounds
Arts and Crafts – have fun painting, hiding and finding rocks around the Museum grounds, bubble art, and other craft activities.
Power of Push & Pull – Make aeroplanes from household items and try to fly them the furthest. Make a simple catapult from household items and see how far you can catapult marshmallows.
Astaria Model Village open on Thursday 20th February ONLY
Note that the Museum is closed to the public on Mondays and Tuesdays
Normal Museum entry prices apply:
Adults £6.00, Concessions £5.00, Children (5 to 15) £2.50 and Children under 5 FREE.
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Sunday 15th March 2020
Wild & Wacky Demonstrations with ‘Mad Professor Jones’, Hands on Experiments and Activities, Model Village & lots more …. Tea Room Open
We have
Adult £7.00, Concessions £6, Children (5-15) £3.00, Children under 5 FREE
Miniature steam train CLOSED for rides - work ongoing to get train engines running from Easter Show onwards
'Astaria' model village OPEN
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will be run by compressed air and other oil / diesel engines will be running
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Wednesday 8th - Friday 10th April 2020 and Wednesday 15th - Sunday 19th April 2020 - CANCELLED
Bring the kids down to the Museum for our fun Easter Holiday egg hunt and painting activity
This is a popular activity with children and adults alike. Click the picture for more info
Note that the Museum is closed to the public on Mondays and Tuesdays
Astaria Model Village Open Thursdays 9th & 16th April
Normal Museum entry prices apply:
Adults £6.00, Concessions £5.00, Children (5-15) £2.50 and Children under 5 FREE
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Wednesday 27th - Sunday 31st May 2020 - CANCELLED
Bring your youngsters along to the Museum during the May Half Term Holidays and join in the fun of our:
River Dipping – join Essex Wildlife Trust to see what's in the River Blackwater.
Arts and Crafts – have fun painting, hiding and finding rocks around the Museum grounds, bubble art, and other craft activities.
Power of Water Activties – Make Water Wheels, Water Filters and much more. See the Power of Water in action.
Astaria Model Village open on Thursday 28th May ONLY
Note that the Museum is closed to the public on Mondays and Tuesdays
Normal Museum entry prices apply:
Adults £6.00, Concessions £5.00, Children (5 to 15) £2.50 and Children under 5 FREE.
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Wednesday 28th to Saturday 31st October 2020
Bring your youngsters along to the Museum during the Autumn Half Term Holidays and join in the fun of our:
Bug Hunt – join Essex Wildlife to find the bugs and creepy crawlies in our grounds
Autumn Arts and Crafts – have fun painting, hiding and finding rocks around the Museum grounds, make a conker spider, leaf mask, kite and enjoy other craft activities. Also come and make an autumn collage, win a great art set for the winner
Exciting engineering – can you build the strongest bridge or tallest newspaper tower? A construction set will be given to the one that reaches the highest heights
Astaria Model Village open on Thursday 29th October ONLY
Note that the Museum is closed to the public on Mondays and Tuesdays
Normal Museum entry prices apply:
Adults £6.00, Concessions £5.00, Children (5 to 15) £2.50 and Children under 5 FREE.
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Sunday 1st November 2020
Spooky Science, Educational Science and Magic show with our mad professor and demonstrators, hands on experiments and crafts
Adult £7.00, Concessions £6.00, Children (5-15) £3.00 and Children under 5 FREE
Miniature steam train OPEN for rides (extra charge applies) - to be confirmed by railway team. Please contact the Museum to confirm.
'Astaria' model village OPEN
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will be run by compressed air and other oil / diesel engines will be running
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