I visited here with my daughter, and we both enjoyed seeing the wonderful engine 'princess' running, the gear room was a great experience and as about a good a demonstration of mechanical power transmission as you will ever see. The volunteers running it we very helpful and knowledgeable. Would highly recommend.

this museum is really unusual, with work shops and attractive canal side setting. suprisingly peaceful despite its central location

My wife and I from the South plus brother and friend from Chesterfield and daughter's husband's father and sister met there for a Saturday afternoon. This is a great relaxed way to spend an afternoon when Princess is in steam. There is knowledge and interest for all ages. The cafe and service are great value. I personally loved the working... More

I and our eldest daughter went there when the Princess was in steam, we spent around 3 hours at the museum which was very good value for money. In addition to the Princess being in steam, there were other free activities which included stone painting, science making, drawing, and brass rubbing. The onsite cafe was very clean, and very good... More

An educational treat for all ages. This is a piece of living history showing how our forefathers worked and a real opportunity to learn about how machinery worked. A lovely position on the canal means you can go for a walk and enjoy the peace and quiet of a bygone age too.

Had a very enjoyable afternoon at the museum. It was a steaming weekend so the mill was in steam and working. For just an additional pound we also got a very informative guided tour of the site. Excellent value for money.

traveled back in time, saw how the canal contributed to the potteries developement, helpful interested staff gave us time to explain when we asked questions

If something very interesting going on, make sure you don't hve to queue forever.

On steaming weekends the place comes alive with the rumble of history with the magic of the 'Princess Engine', when not in steam it's a place of historical contemplation - at all times staff and volunteers are friendly and enthusiastic bestowing a unique character on the place... love it !!