Cooper & Adams - 1940s Shop and Social Display

14/10/2025

The most spectacular preserved water Pumping Station in the British Isles. Open for Steaming Events, Static Days, Weddings & Celebrations, and much much more!

25/08/2025

We had a brilliant time on our first visit to this lovely museum. Our theme was Childrens’ Games and Sweet shop. A few snaps before the gates opened and the games began!

14/07/2025

What a sunny weekend at the Black Country Museum’s 1940s event! We were back in Mr Preedy’s tobacconist shop meeting so many lovely visitors. Thanks to all who called in, shared their stories and listened to ours.

11/06/2025

Last weekend we had a lovely time at Bewdley Station as part of the Severn Valley Railway’s 1940s event. We’re back there again this weekend if you’d like to come and join us!

23/05/2025

A few more from the weekend.

22/05/2025

We had a brilliant time with our 'bombed-out' grocery and sweet shop, sherbet fountain anyone?

22/05/2025

19/05/2025

11/05/2025

If you’re going to the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway’s 1940s event this weekend, do pop in and see us at Oakworth station!

18/04/2025

Two days to go until our very first English Civil War and Steam event being held at the historic Papplewick Pumping Station.

* English Civil War camps and re-enactors will be set up around the site.
* Musket firing demonstrations across the cooling pond.
* Weapon handling workshops.
* Hawkeye Falconry will be displaying birds of prey and flying demonstrations throughout the weekend.
* All engines will be in steam.
* Display of RC model submarines and boats on the cooling pond.
* Reservoir tours available with an additional fee.
* Tearoom & Lincoln Green brewery.
* Greenhouse and bric-a-brac sales.
* Kids play area.
* Dogs are welcome.
* Annual Passes are valid.

Please visit our website for links to purchase an annual pass:
www.papplewickpumpingstation.org.uk

We look forward to seeing you!

Note: All admission tickets are entitled to a 12 month annual pass - pay once and attend all our subsequent steam events for no extra cost.
Your annual pass is collected and validated on the day of your visit. It is not issued ahead of your visit.
Annual pass holders & Friends of PPS Trust do not need to book on line - just turn up and present your valid pass / membership card at the Returnees gate.