Waterworks Museum - Hereford

General information

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The Waterworks Museum - Hereford is thriving industrial heritage museum and one of Hereford's leading attractions, with something for visitors of all ages.

The Museum:

* has operated for the last 40 years in the Victorian water pumping station that served Hereford for 120 years.

* is a private museum staffed, managed and run solely by volunteers.

* is home to the UK's oldest working triple-expansion steam engine, and historic beam, gas and diesel engines spanning from the industrial revolution to the present day.

* holds over a thousand archived documents (contracts, catalogues, handbooks, journals, plans and photographs), which our activists are preparing to make available online. Pre-arranged visits to see our archive and public enquiries are welcome by email.

* stocks a select range of souvenirs and gifts in the Museum shop, along with a range of books and educational and other items. More information is available on our website.

* welcomes enquiries for private, family or group visits and can host meetings, conferences, rallies, exhibitions, parties and receptions (great facilities and reasonable rates) in an exclusive venue.

* offers a unique volunteering opportunity for individuals to become involved in a thriving museum - a great way to make new friends and contribute to the maintenance, presentation and promotions of a Museum of national importance.