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Crossness Pumping Station
A Victorian sewage pumping station with spectacularly ornate painted ironwork and giant beam engines that are run in steam on open days. Opens only on selected dates and events sell out, so book ahead.
📍 Abbey Wood, London · SE2 9AQ
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Visitor information
- Ages
- 5–16+
- Typical visit
- Half day
- Address
- The Old Works, Bazalgette Way, London
- Opening times
- Selected dates only; upcoming 2026 events include Steampunk Spooktacular 17-18 Oct and Christmas Steaming Day 6 Dec (official site, seen 2026-10-07).
- Website
- www.crossness.org.uk
⚠️ Opening times, prices and seasonal closures change often. Always confirm on the official website before you set off.Details last checked 7 Oct 2026.
Family facilities
Last checked 7 Oct 2026
- Café on site
- Toilets
- ParkingVisitor car park.
- Indoor
- Good on a rainy day
A guide, not a guarantee. Shown only where the venue or a trusted source has told us. Not listed doesn't mean not available — check with the venue if it matters for your visit.
Make a day of it
Crossness Pumping Station is a stop on this planned day out, with timings, lunch and what's nearby.
Tumble lists this attraction for discovery only — we're not affiliated with it and earn nothing from your visit. Always check the official website for the latest opening times, prices and booking requirements.