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Beam engine built by Bradley & Craven of Wakefield in 1855 driving a 28 ft dia scoop wheel. In steam on Open Days. Also 1940 Ruston & Hornsby-Gwynnes diesel pumping set also operational. NB Not open at other times except by appointment.
The only known working example of a steam-operated scoop wheel Fen drainage engine. Beam engine built by Bradley & Craven of Wakefield in 1855 driving a 28 ft dia scoop wheel on the banks of the R Witham. In steam on Open Days.
Also 1940 Ruston & Hornsby-Gwynnes diesel pumping set also operational.
Small museum of drainage artifacts.
Teas, toilet and car-parking.
| Operator: | Secretary: Chris Lester |
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| Address: | NOT FOR CORRESPONDENCE Bridge Farm Tattershall Lincolnshire LN4 4JG |
| Contacts: |
01636 707 642
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| Open days: | 31 Mar, 5 May, 2 Jun, 7 Jul, 4 Aug, 1 & 14 Sep, 6 Oct 1330-1630. |
| By Bus: | Road Car 5 |
| By Rail: | Ruskington / 9.00 miles |
