Thomas Newcomen Engine 2024
One of the few surviving 'Atmospheric Engines'. Built in 1720 to Thomas Newcomen's original design, this is the oldest preserved steam engine in the world and can be seen with its original beam and piston in motion, though, sadly, no longer powered by steam.
Contacts
Operator: Dartmouth Tourist Information Centre
Address: Dartmouth Visitor Centre, The Engine House Mayors Avenue Dartmouth Devon TQ6 9YY
- Telephone: 01803 834 224
- Email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
- Website: View website
Open Days & Times
Summer: Mon-Sat 1000-1700, Sun closes 1400. Winter: Mon-Tue, Thu-Fri closes 1630. Wed closes 1300. Visit website for more details.
Travel
- By Bus: X81
- By Rail: Kingswear (Paignton & Dartmouth Railway) / 1 mile
Facilities
- Parking
- Part disabled access
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