Coleham Pumping Station

Longden Coleham
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
Shropshire
SY3 7DN


This sewage pumping station houses two magnificent Renshaw beam-engines built in 1901.

Members of the Shrewsbury Steam Trust have restored both the engines to working order with 'steam-up' on Open Days.

 

Opening Times
(2006 times)
Open Days: 23rd April, 28th May, 25th June, 23rd July, 9th & 10th September.

Art event 'Painting at the Pumping Station' (no steaming) on 11th June as part of the Belle Vue Arts Festival.

Admission Charges
(2006 prices)
Adult £1.00; Child £0.50p.

Free on 11th June.

Directions
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Coleham Pumping Station Postcode for SatNav: SY3 7DN

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