London Museum Of Water & Steam
London Museum Of Water & Steam
London Museum Of Water & Steam
4.5
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Come and discover the story of London's water supply at the London Museum of Water & Steam With hands-on experiences, you are certain to discover and learn about London’s water supply with the story unfolding right before your eyes. Investigate old cogs, and historic engines and hear the true hustle and bustle of a working water supply engine. On selected dates you can jump aboard our narrow-gauge railway and take in the local surroundings or see our collection of stationary engines in steam. The Splash Zone is a perfect place to let your little ones get wet. Here they can turn and swirl wheels, push pumps and create their own water supply that London would be envious of. Before you leave don’t forget to experience the beautiful natural surroundings in the garden. For full details of our opening times, parking and admission prices, including school holidays, please visit our website.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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Charlotte F
United Kingdom86 contributions
Feb 2020
This museum has plenty of interesting machinery and fascinating engines to interest fans of Victorian engineering. There are also lots of interactive displays about London's water supply and sewage disposal to entertain and inform every sort of visitor. While we were there there were little children from a Nursery having a great time. And the All Day Breakfast was brilliant! And your ticket gives you free entry for one year.
Written February 19, 2020
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flutefairy
Borough of Brentwood, UK462 contributions
Aug 2024 • Family
We all enjoyed our visit to the London Museum of Water and Steam yesterday - it has something to offer all ages, plenty of real artefacts to see ( including beautifully restored pumping engines), interesting information to read and plenty of fun (but educational) activities and games for children of various ages. Our 4 year old granddaughter particularly enjoyed the water play area outside ( although I think the equipment needs to be topped up with a bit more water to make things work more effectively - I think some of it has evaporated in the recent hot weather.) We had a pleasant lunch in the museum cafe, but there is also a picnic area in a small garden outside if you prefer to bring your own food. There is also a small gift shop. The toilet facilities were very child friendly - child's toilet seat available, low level sink and step small and I noted that spare nappies and clothes could be had if your child had an accident! We came by train - the nearest tube stop is Gunnersbury which is about a 15 minute walk away; our daughter drove to the museum which has its own free car park. I felt that the admission prices to the museum were fair and family tickets are available. I believe you can visit the cafe area freely if you do not wish to see the museum itself. Overall, this was a very enjoyable visit.
Written August 10, 2024
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Michael A
Buenos Aires, Argentina1,964 contributions
May 2023
I never knew how much effort is required to supply London with water and to treat the water after it is used. London Museum of Water & Steam in Brentford shows the management of London's water supply from pre-Roman times until the present. It's a very pleasant way to spend half a day.
Written June 18, 2023
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JanCanLudlow
Ludlow57 contributions
Aug 2023
Well having visited The Musical Museum the day before it seemed only fair to visit another nearby museum. Once again we had a fascinating morning walking round the history of how humans have dealt with finding water, making it safe to use and disposing of our 'unwanted' human waste. The collection of steam engines and the evolution into electrification of water management is quite something. A brilliant place to take children too.
Written August 26, 2023
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rebecca0r
Bristol, UK3 contributions
Jul 2022 • Family
A gem of a museum.
Fabulous coffee and cakes in the coffee shop, amazingly helpful staff, fabulous interactive displays and wonderful old machinery.
My seven year olds were enthralled for hours by the water play area and it was facinating watching them collaborate with new found friends to make dams, learn about water pressure etc.
The wildlife garden and mud kitchen were an added bonus.
Fabulous coffee and cakes in the coffee shop, amazingly helpful staff, fabulous interactive displays and wonderful old machinery.
My seven year olds were enthralled for hours by the water play area and it was facinating watching them collaborate with new found friends to make dams, learn about water pressure etc.
The wildlife garden and mud kitchen were an added bonus.
Written July 29, 2022
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Ismael
Baku, Azerbaijan437 contributions
Feb 2020
Great place to spend time with your kids in a rainy day. The engines are well preserved and look gorgeous. They run some of them on certain days, the working mechanism are spectacular! There is a lot interaction, kids can press buttons, pump water and play. I was lucky to come by the time of live water bubble science session for kids. There are also outdoor areas, but I missed that due to rain. The toilets are clean and tidy, there is hot water (obviously) and a lot of paper sheets. There is nice cafe with museum items on the wall and a free parking. Adults can get annual pass if they convert their tickets to a donation.
Written February 15, 2020
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Alice S
Hanwell, UK45 contributions
Feb 2019 • Family
The boys loved it we spent almost a full day in there. Very interactive has a play area we used at lunchtime. The best bit for me was the steam train we got to go in. Wonderful for all the family.
Written January 5, 2020
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Cleopheelondon
62 contributions
Oct 2020 • Family
A great museum open since yesterday after 6 months closure for covid. A lot to learn on water pump in London since roman ages. Specifically good for year 6 who learn Victorian times and industries. Great cafe with food, sandwich and nice hot drinks. Definitely my advice for this half term in London.
Also nice activity where is Charly for small ones and water playground outside + small garden
Also nice activity where is Charly for small ones and water playground outside + small garden
Written October 25, 2020
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Kazz
12 contributions
Apr 2022 • Family
Love this museum. Highly interactive. Great sense of humour. I enjoyed it even more now I'm learning to be a plumber. Massive machinery, stories about poo, things to play with, cafe and cool gift shop, beautiful garden with enormous climbing frame. What more could you want in a day out?
Written April 20, 2022
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Ali0818
London, UK353 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
An interesting museum with lots for children to do to keep them entertained. Lots of water play and hands on tasks. Could do with more bricks and bridge pieces in the water play area as not much sharing going on! Plenty of information for adults. Daughter loved exploring the different rooms and being taller than 120cm loved that she could climb up so high to view from above.
Written August 19, 2023
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Will 17 and 15 year old boys like this? How much time should we allow?
Written February 24, 2018
I think it will definitely be good for an hour, possibly up to 2 for teen lads. There are lots of interesting things. Depends on whether they are willing to connect!
There is engineering, disease control, a mini steam engine plus more!
Written March 3, 2018
London Museum of Water & Steam
London, United Kingdom
I biglietti per adulti sono di £ 12.50, i bambini sono di £ 5.50 ei bambini sotto i cinque anni sono liberi. I biglietti per la famiglia sono di € 30,50. Grazie per il tuo interesse per il.
Written November 1, 2017
Where is the nearest parking other than at museum
Written January 3, 2017
pennyjenkins2017
London, United Kingdom
Thank you for your enquiry, our car park can take about 30 cars so can fill very quickly at weekends. On a Sunday you can park on the road directly outside the gate but the local wardens are very keen to ticket on other days so we recommend parking in the Waterman's car park. This car park is towards Brentford on the left hand side of the road opposite MacDonald's. Its about a 10 minute walk or a 2 minute bus ride.
Written January 4, 2017
would it be suitable for a 2 year old? thanks
Written September 10, 2016
Hello. I am sure your little one would enjoy many of the exhibits. The train is also a lovely activity for littlies. Enjoy
Written September 11, 2016
Above answers good. Remember there are reduced rates for senior citizens. Good value for money.
Written August 19, 2016
London Museum of Water & Steam
London, United Kingdom
Hi David,
Yes, we have car parking on site. It is first come first served but during the week there shouldn't be an issue. It does tend to fill up on weekend and special event days.
Best Regards,
Ed
Written May 5, 2015
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