Papplewick Pumping Station

Papplewick Pumping Station Britain's finest Victorian fresh water Pumping Station. A small fee applies to tour the buildings but admission to the grounds is free.

Just 8 miles north of Nottingham, NG15 9AJ

For current prices & opening times, please see our website:
http://www.papplewickpumpingstation.org.uk Set in the tranquil Nottinghamshire countryside Papplewick Pumping Station was built between 1882 and 1885 to meet Nottingham’s rapidly growing demand for clean fresh water. Its two steam driven James Watt beam engines were in constant use until 1969 wh

en the site was converted to electric submersible pumps but the site continues to pump 3 million gallons of water for the city. Papplewick is regarded as the finest surviving fresh water pumping station in England and is unique in retaining all of its original features including its six hand fired Lancashire boilers, two James Watt beam engines and underground reservoir. Now an ACE Accredited museum, the pumping station holds eight steam events per year where visitors can see the pumping engines in operation under steam. Papplewick is also a wedding venue and a popular location for photography and video shoots, particularly its atmospheric brick vaulted reservoir.

2025 admissions prices:

Steam events - gate price
Adult £14.00
Senior/Student/12+ £13.00
U12 Free
* admission includes a 12 month Annual Pass

Steam events - online price
Adult £13.50 (inc booking fee)
Senior/Student/12+ £12.50 (inc booking fee)
U12 Free
* admission includes a 12 month Annual Pass

When not in steam, the pumping station is open on Sundays and Wednesdays, 11am-3pm.

Hello everyone. Thank you to everyone who atteneded the Artisan event despite the hot  weather. I hope you enjoyed yours...
25/05/2026

Hello everyone. Thank you to everyone who atteneded the Artisan event despite the hot weather. I hope you enjoyed yourselves. The next event is the Steampunk Steam event on the 11th and 12th July. I hope to see at this great event. Best wishes Hazel

Hello everyone, its a beautiful day, I think summer has finally arrived. The artisan arrangment was great and think ever...
24/05/2026

Hello everyone, its a beautiful day, I think summer has finally arrived. The artisan arrangment was great and think everyone had a great time. Many thanks to the working volunteers for all there hard work. The event is open tomorrow, come and hae a great time. Hazel

Papplewick is back in steam this bank holiday with our ARTISAN FAIR & STEAM EVENT, 24th & 25th May at Papplewick Pumping...
23/05/2026

Papplewick is back in steam this bank holiday with our ARTISAN FAIR & STEAM EVENT, 24th & 25th May at Papplewick Pumping Station, from 10am–4pm — and it’s set to be a fantastic family day out!

Enjoy live music & family entertainment across both days including have-a-go Pole Lathe Turning with Peake & Dukeries Bodgers as well as Bushcraft activities with RIKA ACE.

There's a huge variety of trade stalls featuring Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust, Alistair Farson Woodsmith, Lincoln Green Brewing Company, plus many other talented independent makers and food vendors.

There will also be plenty to see and explore, including:
• All engines in steam — including the iconic James Watt beam engines
• The miniature railway
• Guided tours of our underground reservoir
• The Linby Colliery winding engine

It’s a brilliant mix of history, engineering, crafts, and family fun for all ages.

🎟️ Visit the website to book your tickets:
www.papplewickpumpingstation.org.uk

Papplewick is back in steam this bank holiday with our ARTISAN FAIR & STEAM EVENT, 24th & 25th May at Papplewick Pumping...
21/05/2026

Papplewick is back in steam this bank holiday with our ARTISAN FAIR & STEAM EVENT, 24th & 25th May at Papplewick Pumping Station, from 10am–4pm — and it’s set to be a fantastic family day out!

Enjoy live music & family entertainment across both days including have-a-go Pole Lathe Turning with Peake & Dukeries Bodgers as well as Bushcraft activities with RIKA ACE.

There's a huge variety of trade stalls featuring Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust, Alistair Farson Woodsmith, Lincoln Green Brewing Company, plus many other talented independent makers and food vendors.

There will also be plenty to see and explore, including:

• All engines in steam — including the iconic James Watt beam engines
• The miniature railway
• Guided tours of our underground reservoir
• The Linby Colliery winding engine

It’s a brilliant mix of history, engineering, crafts, and family fun for all ages.
🎟️ Visit the website to book your tickets:
www.papplewickpumpingstation.org.uk

Join us for our next event: Artisan Fair & Steam, May 24–25, 10am–4pm.Browse a range of artisan stalls, enjoy live music...
11/05/2026

Join us for our next event: Artisan Fair & Steam, May 24–25, 10am–4pm.

Browse a range of artisan stalls, enjoy live music, and try hands-on craft activities. See the James Watt beam engines, Robey winding engine, and miniature railway all in steam, alongside blacksmith demonstrations and our plant and bric-a-brac stalls.

Underground reservoir tours will also be available (additional charge applies).

With a café, real ale tent, and plenty of refreshments on site, it’s a great day out—hope to see you there.

Buy tickets from our website or on the day at the gate.

The Artisan Fair & Steam event is now in its 4th year. Featuring: Live music Have-a-go traditional pole lathe turning, leather stamping and other craft activities for all the family. RIKA Bushcraft. Artisan Craft traders Lincoln Green Brewery If you wish to apply to trade at this event, please follo...

Hello everyone, This is the final photo album of Monday's Vintage and Classic Vehicle Event. The event was spectacular w...
06/05/2026

Hello everyone, This is the final photo album of Monday's Vintage and Classic Vehicle Event. The event was spectacular with over 80 vehicles on display and what a display it was. We also had a very large turn out of visitors and I was given the impression every one had a great day. I hope you all had a wonderful time and enjoy the pictures on display. Thank you. Hazel

Hello everyone, Day 2 of the Vintage and Classic Vehicle event and didn't we do well, the weather wasn't has bad as it w...
04/05/2026

Hello everyone, Day 2 of the Vintage and Classic Vehicle event and didn't we do well, the weather wasn't has bad as it was forcast and the display of vehicles and supporting items was fantastic, my husband Mick is battling through 938 of my photographs I took today, so there will be more albums tomorrow. Finally to all the supporting member of Papplewick Pumping Station. Well done you super stars. Hazel

Hello Everyone, This is part two of Sundays event. I hope you enjoy getting ready for day two. Hazel
04/05/2026

Hello Everyone, This is part two of Sundays event. I hope you enjoy getting ready for day two. Hazel

Hello everyone. I'm sorry for the late photographs of Yestrerdays Classic and Vintage Vehicle event, I will set about ma...
04/05/2026

Hello everyone. I'm sorry for the late photographs of Yestrerdays Classic and Vintage Vehicle event, I will set about making a second file of picture later this morning. To everyone who attended the event depite the poor weather, we had a great day. Thank You. Regards Hazel

We’re back in steam on May 3rd–4th (10am–4pm) for our Vintage & Classic Vehicles Steam Event. Expect a fantastic mix of ...
20/04/2026

We’re back in steam on May 3rd–4th (10am–4pm) for our Vintage & Classic Vehicles Steam Event. Expect a fantastic mix of vehicles from yesteryear and live music to keep the atmosphere buzzing (Higgs Bosun on Sunday and Leeds City Stompers on Monday). Plus reservoir tours, plant and bric-a-brac stalls, children's play area, miniature railway and of course all engines in steam—including the James Watt beam engines and the Linby Colliery winding engine.
Admission tickets can be bought online or at the door:
https://papplewickpumpingstation.org.uk/events/vintage-classic-vehicles-3rd-4th-may-2026/

Please note: we’re now fully booked for exhibiting vehicles across both days.

We are proud to be hosting our 8th annual Classic & Vintage Vehicle & Steam Event. Featuring: Live music A fascinating display of beautifully restored classic cars and vintage vehicles. Lincoln Green brewery Trinifusion soul food, Caribbean cuisine for mind, body & soul If you wish to display your C...

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Papplewick Pumping Station, Rigg Lane, Off Longdale Lane, Ravenshead
Nottingham
NG159AJ

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