Abbey Pumping Station
Abbey Pumping Station is based in Leicester, Leicestershire, and offers a professional and friendly team to help you have a great time and enjoy the experiences available.
Step through the doors beneath the 150-foot chimney and you will discover how Leicester’s Victorians tackled some of the big issues of the day, including how to keep clean water flowing for the growing City.
Sewage and hygiene were mighty problems in the Victorian city and Leicester had a mighty solution with its four magnificent beam engines, now restored to working condition.
At Abbey Pumping Station you will find all of the below activities, facilities, and important information.
Activities at Abbey Pumping Station include:
- Museum
We have also included their opening times and contact details. If you have any questions, you can contact the venue directly.
Facilities
Activities available in this location
Open Times
Contact
Leicester
Leicestershire
LE4 5PX
Gallery
Museum
Age Appropriate
- Children
- Teenagers
- Adults
Location
- Indoor
Abbey Pumping Station is Leicester's Museum of Science and Technology, displaying Leicester's industrial, technological and scientific heritage. Situated adjacent to the National Space Center, the two attractions tell the story of over 200 years of science and technology from the early days of steam and industry, to the space exploration of today. Museum is open 11.00am - 4.30pm daily from February to October, except for special event days when opening times may vary.