Dogdyke Steam Pumping Station

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Dogdyke Steam Pumping Station 1856 Steam Pumping Station It is possibly the oldest steam-driven scoop wheel pumping set in the country that is still in steam in its original position.

Dogdyke steam pumping station was built in 1856 to replace the existing wind-driven pump to drain a large area of farmland between the rivers Bain and Witham. The engine, which runs in steam on all the Open Days, is the original external condensing beam-engine built by Bradley & Craven of Wakefield. Usually, the engines will be operating between 1.30pm and 4.30pm on the first Sunday of each month until the final work day in October, plus an additional ‘Heritage Open Day’ on during September. It is hoped to add a couple of evening openings during the summer months, also. Check for fresh Fb updates nearer the time.

Thank goodness common sense prevailed.
17/10/2026

Thank goodness common sense prevailed.

We listened. We heard residents. We acted.

North Lincolnshire Council has stepped in to protect the historic Owston Ferry pumping station after 235 objections and a sustained local campaign to save the building.

A Building Preservation Notice is being served, giving the pumping station immediate protection while Historic England looks to formally list it and protect it forever.

Cllr. Rob Waltham said: “We promised to deliver the things that matter for residents and this is another example of us keeping that promise.”

Huge credit too to local residents, ward councillors and the Owston Ferry Pumping Engine Preservation Society for making the case so strongly.

Once heritage like this is gone, it is gone forever.

12/10/2026
FINAL EVENING OPENING - will take place on Thursday, 16th July, 2026 from 5.00pm to 8.00pm. Come and have a pleasant ev...
08/07/2026

FINAL EVENING OPENING - will take place on Thursday, 16th July, 2026 from 5.00pm to 8.00pm. Come and have a pleasant evening by the River Witham, to see the engines at work and enjoy our refreshments and chat with friends. It is an opportunity to enjoy this quiet rural site which has its own magic in the evening light.

A display of classic cars, motorbikes and scooters will give an added attraction for visitors.

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Near Bridge Farm
Tattershall
LN44JG

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