Kempton Tours: Hidden History

Sunday 22nd February  

Tour: 12:00-14:00 (Open from 11:00)

 
 
 Step Inside a Monument to Steam Power

Beneath the soaring arches and intricate glazed-brick interiors of our Grade II* listed building lies over a century of awe-inspiring history. This is your chance to explore it like never before.

Join us for an exclusive guided tour that takes you behind the scenes of one of the UK’s most remarkable industrial heritage sites. Discover the elegant architecture of a scheduled monument and climb through the multi-level spaces that once powered London’s drinking water – including our mighty 800-ton steam engines. You’ll even get up close to the world’s largest working triple-expansion steam engine – a machine that shares its lineage with those that powered the Titanic.

This special 2-hour tour begins at 12pm and includes rare access to multiple floors of the building, with expert commentary throughout. Your ticket includes full-day admission to Kempton Steam Museum from 11am.

The tour includes steep staircases and historic walkways, so participants must be at least 1.4m tall (4’7”).

Places are limited to just 25 – so book now to avoid missing out.

Please note: The Sir William Prescott engine will run not be running and tickets for the Hampton Kempton Waterworks Railway must be purchased separately.

 GENERAL VISITOR INFORMATION

Please visit www.kemptonsteam.org for further information and travel details, including information about the London ULEZ.

The museum is an industrial environment containing moving machinery, steep stairs and hard surfaces. 

We have an access lift which enables step free access from the ground to the main museum floor.

Kempton Lates: Jazz Night 🎺 

Saturday 14th March 2026 

 6.30pm-10.00pm

 
 
Step into an evening of classic jazz and steam as we kick off our 2026 events programme in true glad-rags style.

Sip a drink and soak up the atmosphere inside our spectacular Grade II* Listed Scheduled Monument engine house, as a live jazz bands fills the space with iconic tunes from the 1920s and 30s.

Alongside the live jazz, you’ll experience the sights and sounds of our remarkable Sir William Prescott engine – the world’s largest working triple-expansion steam engine, and a true feat of engineering!

A pay bar will be open throughout the evening, serving alcoholic and soft drinks, tea and coffee, plus light snacks.

TICKETS 

Early bird tickets: Adult £25, Under 18 £10 (when booked before 1 March 2026)

Standard tickets: Adult £30, Under 18 £14 (from 1 March 2026)

Your ticket includes a welcome drink (soft or alcoholic) and a cold buffet. If you have any special dietary requirements, please email museum@kemptonsteam.org.

So dig out your glad rags and join us for a stylish journey back to the roaring 20s and 30s – one unforgettable night of music, history and atmosphere.

Book your tickets below ⬇️

How to find us

Public transport options are detailed on our website. Taxis and private vehicles can access the site: https://kemptonsteam.org/visit-us/find-us/

The museum is accessible without entering the London ULEZ.

The museum is an industrial environment containing moving machinery, steep stairs and hard surfaces. Children must remain supervised at all times.

Please note: we have an access lift which enables step free access from the ground to the main museum floor.

Steaming: Saturday 21st 

& Sunday 22nd March 2026 
 
 Open: 10:30am - 4:00pm

 
 
Join us as we fire up our incredible Sir William Prescott engine – the world’s largest working triple-expansion steam engine!

Tickets grant you all day admission to the Kempton Steam Museum, so please feel free to enter at any time. Admission ticket also include a guidebook which you can collect on entry. The Sir William Prescott engine will run several times per day.

Please note: this ticket is for museum admission only. Tickets for the Hampton Kempton Waterworks Railway must be purchased separately.

 SELF-GUIDED & GUIDED TOURS


Between the hours of 10:30am-12:30pm, we also offer visitors the chance to climb our incredible Lady Bessie Prescott engine as a self-guided tour - with a free guidebook available to help you explore and navigate the engine by yourself.


Guided Tours of the engine are then available after 1:00pm and last approximately 1 hour. Places are limited to a maximum of 6 people per tour and cost an additional £3. Be sure to book your tour at the front desk when you arrive on the day to avoid missing out! 

Please note: all access to the Lady Bessie Prescott engine requires climbing steep stairs and due to historic railings, only those over the height of 1.4m (4' 7") are allowed to ascend the engine.

 GENERAL VISITOR INFORMATION

Please visit www.kemptonsteam.org for further information and travel details, including information about the London ULEZ.

The museum is an industrial environment containing moving machinery, steep stairs and hard surfaces. Children must remain supervised at all times.

We have an access lift which enables step free access from the ground to the main museum floor.

Sensory-Friendly Sunday 

29th March 2026

This year, we’re excited to be continuing with our new Sensory-Friendly Sundays, a special opening designed for visitors who prefer a quieter, more relaxed experience at the museum.

On these Sundays, we’ll open our doors from 11am - 3pm with:


✅ Reduced noise levels

✅ Softer lighting

✅ A calmer, less crowded environment

Our incredible steam engines are still here to enjoy and explore, but in a way that’s more comfortable for those with sensory sensitivities. Whether you’re neurodivergent, have sensory processing differences, or simply prefer a quieter visit, you are very warmly welcome.

Tickets grant you all day admission to the Kempton Steam Museum, so please feel free to enter at any time. Admission ticket also include a guidebook which you can collect on entry. We will also have ear defenders available for children and adults should you need them.

Tickets are £7 for adults (£8.50 with optional Gift Aid), and free for anyone under 18 as well as for carers. 

We want to make this as accessible as possible, so if you do have any questions or suggestions, please do let us know via publicity@kemptonsteam.org or on social media.

GENERAL VISITOR INFORMATION

Please visit www.kemptonsteam.org for further information and travel details, including information about the London ULEZ.

The museum is an industrial environment containing moving machinery, steep stairs and hard surfaces. Children must remain supervised at all times.

We have an access lift which enables step free access from the ground to the main museum floor.

We look forward to welcoming you!

Steaming: Saturday 18th 

& Sunday 19th November 
 
 Open: 10:30am - 4:00pm

 
 
Join us as we fire up our incredible Sir William Prescott engine – the world’s largest working triple-expansion steam engine!

Tickets grant you all day admission to the Kempton Steam Museum, so please feel free to enter at any time. Admission ticket also include a guidebook which you can collect on entry. The Sir William Prescott engine will run several times per day.

Please note: this ticket is for museum admission only. Tickets for the Hampton Kempton Waterworks Railway must be purchased separately.

 SELF-GUIDED & GUIDED TOURS


Between the hours of 10:30am-12:30pm, we also offer visitors the chance to climb our incredible Lady Bessie Prescott engine as a self-guided tour - with a free guidebook available to help you explore and navigate the engine by yourself.


Guided Tours of the engine are then available after 1:00pm and last approximately 1 hour. Places are limited to a maximum of 6 people per tour and cost an additional £3. Be sure to book your tour at the front desk when you arrive on the day to avoid missing out! 

Please note: all access to the Lady Bessie Prescott engine requires climbing steep stairs and due to historic railings, only those over the height of 1.4m (4' 7") are allowed to ascend the engine.

 GENERAL VISITOR INFORMATION

Please visit www.kemptonsteam.org for further information and travel details, including information about the London ULEZ.

The museum is an industrial environment containing moving machinery, steep stairs and hard surfaces. Children must remain supervised at all times.

We have an access lift which enables step free access from the ground to the main museum floor.

Sensory-Friendly Sunday 

28th June 2026

This year, we’re excited to be continuing with our new Sensory-Friendly Sundays, a special opening designed for visitors who prefer a quieter, more relaxed experience at the museum.

On these Sundays, we’ll open our doors from 11am - 3pm with:


✅ Reduced noise levels

✅ Softer lighting

✅ A calmer, less crowded environment

Our incredible steam engines are still here to enjoy and explore, but in a way that’s more comfortable for those with sensory sensitivities. Whether you’re neurodivergent, have sensory processing differences, or simply prefer a quieter visit, you are very warmly welcome.

Tickets grant you all day admission to the Kempton Steam Museum, so please feel free to enter at any time. Admission ticket also include a guidebook which you can collect on entry. We will also have ear defenders available for children and adults should you need them.

Tickets are £7 for adults (£8.50 with optional Gift Aid), and free for anyone under 18 as well as for carers. 

We want to make this as accessible as possible, so if you do have any questions or suggestions, please do let us know via publicity@kemptonsteam.org or on social media.

GENERAL VISITOR INFORMATION

Please visit www.kemptonsteam.org for further information and travel details, including information about the London ULEZ.

The museum is an industrial environment containing moving machinery, steep stairs and hard surfaces. Children must remain supervised at all times.

We have an access lift which enables step free access from the ground to the main museum floor.

We look forward to welcoming you!

Kempton Lates: Summer Evening Steaming

Saturday 22nd August  

  Open: 6pm-9pm

Experience the power and grandeur of industrial heritage like never before. This August, we’re opening our doors after hours for Kempton Lates – a special summer moment to step inside our historic museum and witness the awe-inspiring Sir William Prescott engine (the world’s largest working triple-expansion steam engine!) which will be in full-steam several times throughout the evening.

Your ticket includes admission (from 6pm onwards) and a complimentary guidebook on arrival. 

Enjoy the unique atmosphere with a pay bar and light refreshments available to purchase – the perfect way to wind down while soaking up the sights and sounds of this engineering marvel!

Whether you're a steam enthusiast or simply looking for an unforgettable night out, Kempton Lates is not to be missed.

 SELF-GUIDED TOURS


During this evening opening, visitors will have the chance to climb our incredible Lady Bessie Prescott engine as a self-guided tour - with a free guidebook available to help you explore and navigate the engine by yourself.
 

Please note: all access to the Lady Bessie Prescott engine requires climbing steep stairs and, due to historic railings, only those over the height of 1.4m (4' 7") are allowed to ascend the engine.

  GENERAL VISITOR INFORMATION

 
 Please visit www.kemptonsteam.org for further information and travel details, including information about the London ULEZ.

 
 The museum is an industrial environment containing moving machinery, steep stairs and hard surfaces. Children must remain supervised at all times.

 
 We have an access lift which enables step free access from the ground to the main museum floor.

Science & Technology Show + Steaming Weekend
 
Saturday 22nd & Sunday 23rd August 2026 

 Open: 10:30am - 4:00pm

 
 
Do you have a curious streak? Do your kids have a fascination for the wonderful? If so, you’ll love our annual Science & Technology Show!

See an array of scientific experiments demonstrating the most interesting effects of physics and chemistry. On display will be experiments involving:

Gyroscopes

Chaotic Pendulums

Wimshurst Machine

Teslas Coils

Leyden Jars

Magnetism

Ultra Violet Light, and many more…

In the main building, we’ll be running our incredible, 800 ton Sir William Prescott triple-expansion engine throughout the day – where we also have a café and gift shop.

The museum is an industrial environment containing moving machinery, steep stairs and hard surfaces. Children must remain supervised at all times.

Tickets grant you all day admission to the Kempton Steam Museum, so please feel free to enter at any time. Admission ticket also include a guidebook which you can collect on entry. The Sir William Prescott engine will run several times per day.

Please note: this ticket is for museum admission only. Tickets for the Hampton & Kempton Waterworks Railway must be purchased separately.

 SELF-GUIDED & GUIDED TOURS


Between the hours of 10:30am-12:30pm, we also offer visitors the chance to climb our incredible Lady Bessie Prescott engine as a self-guided tour - with a free guidebook available to help you explore and navigate the engine by yourself.


Guided Tours of the engine are then available after 1:00pm and last approximately 1 hour. Places are limited to a maximum of 6 people per tour and cost an additional £3. Be sure to book your tour at the front desk when you arrive on the day to avoid missing out! 

Please note: all access to the Lady Bessie Prescott engine requires climbing steep stairs and due to historic railings, only those over the height of 1.4m (4' 7") are allowed to ascend the engine.

 GENERAL VISITOR INFORMATION

Please visit our Find Us page for information on how to find us by car, public transport or on foot. Free car parking is available on site.

The museum is an industrial environment containing heavy machinery, steep stairs and hard surfaces. Children must remain supervised at all times.

We have an access lift which enables step free access from the ground to the main museum floor.

Steaming with 

 Classic Car & Bike Show:
 
Sunday 21^st September
  

 Open: 10:30am - 4:00pm

 
 

Start your engines and join us as we welcome an array of classic cars and vintage motorbikes from across the decades on display outside the museum.

Inside we’ll be firing up our incredible Sir William Prescott engine – the world’s largest working triple-expansion steam engine!

Tickets grant you all day admission to the Kempton Steam Museum, so please feel free to enter at any time. Admission ticket also include a guidebook which you can collect on entry. The Sir William Prescott engine will run several times per day.

Please note: this ticket is for museum admission only. Tickets for the Hampton Kempton Waterworks Railway must be purchased separately.

 SELF-GUIDED & GUIDED TOURS


Between the hours of 10:30am-1pm, last entry 12.30pm we also offer visitors the chance to climb our incredible Lady Bessie Prescott engine as a self-guided tour - with a free guidebook available to help you explore and navigate the engine by yourself.


Guided Tours of the engine are then available after 1:00pm and last approximately 1 hour. Places are limited to a maximum of 6 people per tour and cost an additional £3. Be sure to book your tour at the front desk when you arrive on the day to avoid missing out! 

Please note: all access to the Lady Bessie Prescott engine requires climbing steep stairs and due to historic railings, only those over the height of 1.4m (4' 7") are allowed to ascend the engine.

 GENERAL VISITOR INFORMATION

Please visit www.kemptonsteam.org for further information and travel details, including information about the London ULEZ.

The museum is an industrial environment containing moving machinery, steep stairs and hard surfaces. Children must remain supervised at all times.

We have an access lift which enables step free access from the ground to the main museum floor.

Sensory-Friendly Sunday 

27th September 2026

This year, we’re excited to be continuing with our new Sensory-Friendly Sundays, a special opening designed for visitors who prefer a quieter, more relaxed experience at the museum.

On these Sundays, we’ll open our doors from 11am - 3pm with:


✅ Reduced noise levels

✅ Softer lighting

✅ A calmer, less crowded environment

Our incredible steam engines are still here to enjoy and explore, but in a way that’s more comfortable for those with sensory sensitivities. Whether you’re neurodivergent, have sensory processing differences, or simply prefer a quieter visit, you are very warmly welcome.

Tickets grant you all day admission to the Kempton Steam Museum, so please feel free to enter at any time. Admission ticket also include a guidebook which you can collect on entry. We will also have ear defenders available for children and adults should you need them.

Tickets are £7 for adults (£8.50 with optional Gift Aid), and free for anyone under 18 as well as for carers. 

We want to make this as accessible as possible, so if you do have any questions or suggestions, please do let us know via publicity@kemptonsteam.org or on social media.

GENERAL VISITOR INFORMATION

Please visit www.kemptonsteam.org for further information and travel details, including information about the London ULEZ.

The museum is an industrial environment containing moving machinery, steep stairs and hard surfaces. Children must remain supervised at all times.

We have an access lift which enables step free access from the ground to the main museum floor.

We look forward to welcoming you!

Steaming: Saturday 17th 

& Sunday 18th October 
 
 Open: 10:30am - 4:00pm

 
 
Join us as we fire up our incredible Sir William Prescott engine – the world’s largest working triple-expansion steam engine!

Tickets grant you all day admission to the Kempton Steam Museum, so please feel free to enter at any time. Admission ticket also include a guidebook which you can collect on entry. The Sir William Prescott engine will run several times per day.

Please note: this ticket is for museum admission only. Tickets for the Hampton Kempton Waterworks Railway must be purchased separately.

 SELF-GUIDED & GUIDED TOURS


Between the hours of 10:30am-12:30pm, we also offer visitors the chance to climb our incredible Lady Bessie Prescott engine as a self-guided tour - with a free guidebook available to help you explore and navigate the engine by yourself.


Guided Tours of the engine are then available after 1:00pm and last approximately 1 hour. Places are limited to a maximum of 6 people per tour and cost an additional £3. Be sure to book your tour at the front desk when you arrive on the day to avoid missing out! 

Please note: all access to the Lady Bessie Prescott engine requires climbing steep stairs and due to historic railings, only those over the height of 1.4m (4' 7") are allowed to ascend the engine.

 GENERAL VISITOR INFORMATION

Please visit www.kemptonsteam.org for further information and travel details, including information about the London ULEZ.

The museum is an industrial environment containing moving machinery, steep stairs and hard surfaces. Children must remain supervised at all times.

We have an access lift which enables step free access from the ground to the main museum floor.

🎃 Kempton Lates presents💀

Steam and SCREAM!


Saturday 31^st October

6.30pm-10pm

Join us on Halloween night as Kempton Steam Museum becomes the Kempton SCREAM Museum for one night only…

Step inside if you dare. Our mighty triple-expansion engine No. 6 will awaken from its slumber, hissing, pounding, and steaming through the night while the museum is bathed in eerie light and shadow. Ghostly music, haunting atmosphere, and spine-chilling vibes will transform our industrial cathedral into a playground for the brave.

Expect:


🕸️ Steaming Engines – watch the monstrous No. 6 shake the museum walls in the dark

🍸 A Haunted Bar – whet your whistle with a ghostly tipple

🎶 Devilish Beats – with music to keep your bones rattling.


💀 Atmospheric Setting – glowing lights, haunting decorations, and maybe even a wisp of ghostly smoke…

👻 Early bird tickets available until 30th September 2026

⚠️ Spaces are limited to just 120 souls. Once they’re gone, they’re gone…

So gather your ghouls and join us for a night where the past comes alive. This is not one for the faint of heart…

Please note: Tickets for the Hampton Kempton Waterworks Railway must be purchased separately.

GENERAL VISITOR INFORMATION

Please visit www.kemptonsteam.org for further information and travel details, including information about the London ULEZ.

The museum is an industrial environment containing moving machinery, steep stairs and hard surfaces. 

We have an access lift which enables step free access from the ground to the main museum floor.

Steaming: Saturday 21st 

& Sunday 22nd November 
 
 Open: 10:30am - 4:00pm

 
 
Join us as we fire up our incredible Sir William Prescott engine – the world’s largest working triple-expansion steam engine!

Tickets grant you all day admission to the Kempton Steam Museum, so please feel free to enter at any time. Admission ticket also include a guidebook which you can collect on entry. The Sir William Prescott engine will run several times per day.

Please note: this ticket is for museum admission only. Tickets for the Hampton Kempton Waterworks Railway must be purchased separately.

 SELF-GUIDED & GUIDED TOURS


Between the hours of 10:30am-12:30pm, we also offer visitors the chance to climb our incredible Lady Bessie Prescott engine as a self-guided tour - with a free guidebook available to help you explore and navigate the engine by yourself.


Guided Tours of the engine are then available after 1:00pm and last approximately 1 hour. Places are limited to a maximum of 6 people per tour and cost an additional £3. Be sure to book your tour at the front desk when you arrive on the day to avoid missing out! 

Please note: all access to the Lady Bessie Prescott engine requires climbing steep stairs and due to historic railings, only those over the height of 1.4m (4' 7") are allowed to ascend the engine.

 GENERAL VISITOR INFORMATION

Please visit www.kemptonsteam.org for further information and travel details, including information about the London ULEZ.

The museum is an industrial environment containing moving machinery, steep stairs and hard surfaces. Children must remain supervised at all times.

We have an access lift which enables step free access from the ground to the main museum floor.

Sensory-Friendly Sunday 

6th December 2026

This year, we’re excited to be continuing with our new Sensory-Friendly Sundays, a special opening designed for visitors who prefer a quieter, more relaxed experience at the museum.

On these Sundays, we’ll open our doors from 11am - 3pm with:


✅ Reduced noise levels

✅ Softer lighting

✅ A calmer, less crowded environment

Our incredible steam engines are still here to enjoy and explore, but in a way that’s more comfortable for those with sensory sensitivities. Whether you’re neurodivergent, have sensory processing differences, or simply prefer a quieter visit, you are very warmly welcome.

Tickets grant you all day admission to the Kempton Steam Museum, so please feel free to enter at any time. Admission ticket also include a guidebook which you can collect on entry. We will also have ear defenders available for children and adults should you need them.

Tickets are £7 for adults (£8.50 with optional Gift Aid), and free for anyone under 18 as well as for carers. 

We want to make this as accessible as possible, so if you do have any questions or suggestions, please do let us know via publicity@kemptonsteam.org or on social media.

GENERAL VISITOR INFORMATION

Please visit www.kemptonsteam.org for further information and travel details, including information about the London ULEZ.

The museum is an industrial environment containing moving machinery, steep stairs and hard surfaces. Children must remain supervised at all times.

We have an access lift which enables step free access from the ground to the main museum floor.

We look forward to welcoming you!

Drivers Experience

Would you like to operate the world’s largest working triple-expansion steam engine? 

Now’s your chance to become a Guest Driver at Kempton Steam Museum and do just that!

Your day begins at 10:00 am with a tour of the engine house and an introduction to the team of volunteers. You will then get involved with all the different tasks needed to get the Sir William Prescott steam pumping engine working, before getting your hands on the operating controls. You will be shown how to start the triple-expansion engine with the barring engines, how to control its running and how to stop it. The day ends at 4:00 pm when the museum closes.

At the end of the day you’ll then receive a signed certificate to cherish and show off to your friends and family! 

Available on our steaming weekend dates, the Guest Driver Experience costs £110 per person. 

PLEASE NOTE: Experience tickets must be booked at least 7 days before the steaming event that you wish to attend. Participants must be at least 16 years of age and over 1.4m (4' 7'') in height.

Once your booking is completed you will receive an email containing important information about the experience. Please look out for this.

 

GENERAL VISITOR INFORMATION

Please visit www.kemptonsteam.org for further information and travel details, including information about the London ULEZ.

The museum is an industrial environment containing moving machinery, steep stairs and hard surfaces. Children must remain supervised at all times.

We have an access lift which enables step free access from the ground to the main museum floor.

Sensory-Friendly Sunday 

29th March 2026

This year, we’re excited to be continuing with our new Sensory-Friendly Sundays, a special opening designed for visitors who prefer a quieter, more relaxed experience at the museum.

On these Sundays, we’ll open our doors from 11am - 3pm with:


✅ Reduced noise levels

✅ Softer lighting

✅ A calmer, less crowded environment

Our incredible steam engines are still here to enjoy and explore, but in a way that’s more comfortable for those with sensory sensitivities. Whether you’re neurodivergent, have sensory processing differences, or simply prefer a quieter visit, you are very warmly welcome.

Tickets grant you all day admission to the Kempton Steam Museum, so please feel free to enter at any time. Admission ticket also include a guidebook which you can collect on entry. We will also have ear defenders available for children and adults should you need them.

Tickets are £7 for adults (£8.50 with optional Gift Aid), and free for anyone under 18 as well as for carers. 

We want to make this as accessible as possible, so if you do have any questions or suggestions, please do let us know via publicity@kemptonsteam.org or on social media.

GENERAL VISITOR INFORMATION

Please visit www.kemptonsteam.org for further information and travel details, including information about the London ULEZ.

The museum is an industrial environment containing moving machinery, steep stairs and hard surfaces. Children must remain supervised at all times.

We have an access lift which enables step free access from the ground to the main museum floor.

We look forward to welcoming you!

Sensory-Friendly Sunday 

28th June 2026

This year, we’re excited to be continuing with our new Sensory-Friendly Sundays, a special opening designed for visitors who prefer a quieter, more relaxed experience at the museum.

On these Sundays, we’ll open our doors from 11am - 3pm with:


✅ Reduced noise levels

✅ Softer lighting

✅ A calmer, less crowded environment

Our incredible steam engines are still here to enjoy and explore, but in a way that’s more comfortable for those with sensory sensitivities. Whether you’re neurodivergent, have sensory processing differences, or simply prefer a quieter visit, you are very warmly welcome.

Tickets grant you all day admission to the Kempton Steam Museum, so please feel free to enter at any time. Admission ticket also include a guidebook which you can collect on entry. We will also have ear defenders available for children and adults should you need them.

Tickets are £7 for adults (£8.50 with optional Gift Aid), and free for anyone under 18 as well as for carers. 

We want to make this as accessible as possible, so if you do have any questions or suggestions, please do let us know via publicity@kemptonsteam.org or on social media.

GENERAL VISITOR INFORMATION

Please visit www.kemptonsteam.org for further information and travel details, including information about the London ULEZ.

The museum is an industrial environment containing moving machinery, steep stairs and hard surfaces. Children must remain supervised at all times.

We have an access lift which enables step free access from the ground to the main museum floor.

We look forward to welcoming you!

Sensory-Friendly Sunday 

27th September 2026

This year, we’re excited to be continuing with our new Sensory-Friendly Sundays, a special opening designed for visitors who prefer a quieter, more relaxed experience at the museum.

On these Sundays, we’ll open our doors from 11am - 3pm with:


✅ Reduced noise levels

✅ Softer lighting

✅ A calmer, less crowded environment

Our incredible steam engines are still here to enjoy and explore, but in a way that’s more comfortable for those with sensory sensitivities. Whether you’re neurodivergent, have sensory processing differences, or simply prefer a quieter visit, you are very warmly welcome.

Tickets grant you all day admission to the Kempton Steam Museum, so please feel free to enter at any time. Admission ticket also include a guidebook which you can collect on entry. We will also have ear defenders available for children and adults should you need them.

Tickets are £7 for adults (£8.50 with optional Gift Aid), and free for anyone under 18 as well as for carers. 

We want to make this as accessible as possible, so if you do have any questions or suggestions, please do let us know via publicity@kemptonsteam.org or on social media.

GENERAL VISITOR INFORMATION

Please visit www.kemptonsteam.org for further information and travel details, including information about the London ULEZ.

The museum is an industrial environment containing moving machinery, steep stairs and hard surfaces. Children must remain supervised at all times.

We have an access lift which enables step free access from the ground to the main museum floor.

We look forward to welcoming you!

Sensory-Friendly Sunday 

6th December 2026

This year, we’re excited to be continuing with our new Sensory-Friendly Sundays, a special opening designed for visitors who prefer a quieter, more relaxed experience at the museum.

On these Sundays, we’ll open our doors from 11am - 3pm with:


✅ Reduced noise levels

✅ Softer lighting

✅ A calmer, less crowded environment

Our incredible steam engines are still here to enjoy and explore, but in a way that’s more comfortable for those with sensory sensitivities. Whether you’re neurodivergent, have sensory processing differences, or simply prefer a quieter visit, you are very warmly welcome.

Tickets grant you all day admission to the Kempton Steam Museum, so please feel free to enter at any time. Admission ticket also include a guidebook which you can collect on entry. We will also have ear defenders available for children and adults should you need them.

Tickets are £7 for adults (£8.50 with optional Gift Aid), and free for anyone under 18 as well as for carers. 

We want to make this as accessible as possible, so if you do have any questions or suggestions, please do let us know via publicity@kemptonsteam.org or on social media.

GENERAL VISITOR INFORMATION

Please visit www.kemptonsteam.org for further information and travel details, including information about the London ULEZ.

The museum is an industrial environment containing moving machinery, steep stairs and hard surfaces. Children must remain supervised at all times.

We have an access lift which enables step free access from the ground to the main museum floor.

We look forward to welcoming you!

Kempton Tours: Hidden History

Sunday 22nd February  

Tour: 12:00-14:00 (Open from 11:00)

 
 
 Step Inside a Monument to Steam Power

Beneath the soaring arches and intricate glazed-brick interiors of our Grade II* listed building lies over a century of awe-inspiring history. This is your chance to explore it like never before.

Join us for an exclusive guided tour that takes you behind the scenes of one of the UK’s most remarkable industrial heritage sites. Discover the elegant architecture of a scheduled monument and climb through the multi-level spaces that once powered London’s drinking water – including our mighty 800-ton steam engines. You’ll even get up close to the world’s largest working triple-expansion steam engine – a machine that shares its lineage with those that powered the Titanic.

This special 2-hour tour begins at 12pm and includes rare access to multiple floors of the building, with expert commentary throughout. Your ticket includes full-day admission to Kempton Steam Museum from 11am.

The tour includes steep staircases and historic walkways, so participants must be at least 1.4m tall (4’7”).

Places are limited to just 25 – so book now to avoid missing out.

Please note: The Sir William Prescott engine will run not be running and tickets for the Hampton Kempton Waterworks Railway must be purchased separately.

 GENERAL VISITOR INFORMATION

Please visit www.kemptonsteam.org for further information and travel details, including information about the London ULEZ.

The museum is an industrial environment containing moving machinery, steep stairs and hard surfaces. 

We have an access lift which enables step free access from the ground to the main museum floor.

Kempton Lates: Jazz Night 🎺 

Saturday 14th March 2026 

 6.30pm-10.00pm

 
 
Step into an evening of classic jazz and steam as we kick off our 2026 events programme in true glad-rags style.

Sip a drink and soak up the atmosphere inside our spectacular Grade II* Listed Scheduled Monument engine house, as a live jazz bands fills the space with iconic tunes from the 1920s and 30s.

Alongside the live jazz, you’ll experience the sights and sounds of our remarkable Sir William Prescott engine – the world’s largest working triple-expansion steam engine, and a true feat of engineering!

A pay bar will be open throughout the evening, serving alcoholic and soft drinks, tea and coffee, plus light snacks.

TICKETS 

Early bird tickets: Adult £25, Under 18 £10 (when booked before 1 March 2026)

Standard tickets: Adult £30, Under 18 £14 (from 1 March 2026)

Your ticket includes a welcome drink (soft or alcoholic) and a cold buffet. If you have any special dietary requirements, please email museum@kemptonsteam.org.

So dig out your glad rags and join us for a stylish journey back to the roaring 20s and 30s – one unforgettable night of music, history and atmosphere.

Book your tickets below ⬇️

How to find us

Public transport options are detailed on our website. Taxis and private vehicles can access the site: https://kemptonsteam.org/visit-us/find-us/

The museum is accessible without entering the London ULEZ.

The museum is an industrial environment containing moving machinery, steep stairs and hard surfaces. Children must remain supervised at all times.

Please note: we have an access lift which enables step free access from the ground to the main museum floor.

Kempton Lates: Summer Evening Steaming

Saturday 22nd August  

  Open: 6pm-9pm

Experience the power and grandeur of industrial heritage like never before. This August, we’re opening our doors after hours for Kempton Lates – a special summer moment to step inside our historic museum and witness the awe-inspiring Sir William Prescott engine (the world’s largest working triple-expansion steam engine!) which will be in full-steam several times throughout the evening.

Your ticket includes admission (from 6pm onwards) and a complimentary guidebook on arrival. 

Enjoy the unique atmosphere with a pay bar and light refreshments available to purchase – the perfect way to wind down while soaking up the sights and sounds of this engineering marvel!

Whether you're a steam enthusiast or simply looking for an unforgettable night out, Kempton Lates is not to be missed.

 SELF-GUIDED TOURS


During this evening opening, visitors will have the chance to climb our incredible Lady Bessie Prescott engine as a self-guided tour - with a free guidebook available to help you explore and navigate the engine by yourself.
 

Please note: all access to the Lady Bessie Prescott engine requires climbing steep stairs and, due to historic railings, only those over the height of 1.4m (4' 7") are allowed to ascend the engine.

  GENERAL VISITOR INFORMATION

 
 Please visit www.kemptonsteam.org for further information and travel details, including information about the London ULEZ.

 
 The museum is an industrial environment containing moving machinery, steep stairs and hard surfaces. Children must remain supervised at all times.

 
 We have an access lift which enables step free access from the ground to the main museum floor.

Science & Technology Show + Steaming Weekend
 
Saturday 22nd & Sunday 23rd August 2026 

 Open: 10:30am - 4:00pm

 
 
Do you have a curious streak? Do your kids have a fascination for the wonderful? If so, you’ll love our annual Science & Technology Show!

See an array of scientific experiments demonstrating the most interesting effects of physics and chemistry. On display will be experiments involving:

Gyroscopes

Chaotic Pendulums

Wimshurst Machine

Teslas Coils

Leyden Jars

Magnetism

Ultra Violet Light, and many more…

In the main building, we’ll be running our incredible, 800 ton Sir William Prescott triple-expansion engine throughout the day – where we also have a café and gift shop.

The museum is an industrial environment containing moving machinery, steep stairs and hard surfaces. Children must remain supervised at all times.

Tickets grant you all day admission to the Kempton Steam Museum, so please feel free to enter at any time. Admission ticket also include a guidebook which you can collect on entry. The Sir William Prescott engine will run several times per day.

Please note: this ticket is for museum admission only. Tickets for the Hampton & Kempton Waterworks Railway must be purchased separately.

 SELF-GUIDED & GUIDED TOURS


Between the hours of 10:30am-12:30pm, we also offer visitors the chance to climb our incredible Lady Bessie Prescott engine as a self-guided tour - with a free guidebook available to help you explore and navigate the engine by yourself.


Guided Tours of the engine are then available after 1:00pm and last approximately 1 hour. Places are limited to a maximum of 6 people per tour and cost an additional £3. Be sure to book your tour at the front desk when you arrive on the day to avoid missing out! 

Please note: all access to the Lady Bessie Prescott engine requires climbing steep stairs and due to historic railings, only those over the height of 1.4m (4' 7") are allowed to ascend the engine.

 GENERAL VISITOR INFORMATION

Please visit our Find Us page for information on how to find us by car, public transport or on foot. Free car parking is available on site.

The museum is an industrial environment containing heavy machinery, steep stairs and hard surfaces. Children must remain supervised at all times.

We have an access lift which enables step free access from the ground to the main museum floor.

Steaming with 

 Classic Car & Bike Show:
 
Sunday 21^st September
  

 Open: 10:30am - 4:00pm

 
 

Start your engines and join us as we welcome an array of classic cars and vintage motorbikes from across the decades on display outside the museum.

Inside we’ll be firing up our incredible Sir William Prescott engine – the world’s largest working triple-expansion steam engine!

Tickets grant you all day admission to the Kempton Steam Museum, so please feel free to enter at any time. Admission ticket also include a guidebook which you can collect on entry. The Sir William Prescott engine will run several times per day.

Please note: this ticket is for museum admission only. Tickets for the Hampton Kempton Waterworks Railway must be purchased separately.

 SELF-GUIDED & GUIDED TOURS


Between the hours of 10:30am-1pm, last entry 12.30pm we also offer visitors the chance to climb our incredible Lady Bessie Prescott engine as a self-guided tour - with a free guidebook available to help you explore and navigate the engine by yourself.


Guided Tours of the engine are then available after 1:00pm and last approximately 1 hour. Places are limited to a maximum of 6 people per tour and cost an additional £3. Be sure to book your tour at the front desk when you arrive on the day to avoid missing out! 

Please note: all access to the Lady Bessie Prescott engine requires climbing steep stairs and due to historic railings, only those over the height of 1.4m (4' 7") are allowed to ascend the engine.

 GENERAL VISITOR INFORMATION

Please visit www.kemptonsteam.org for further information and travel details, including information about the London ULEZ.

The museum is an industrial environment containing moving machinery, steep stairs and hard surfaces. Children must remain supervised at all times.

We have an access lift which enables step free access from the ground to the main museum floor.

🎃 Kempton Lates presents💀

Steam and SCREAM!


Saturday 31^st October

6.30pm-10pm

Join us on Halloween night as Kempton Steam Museum becomes the Kempton SCREAM Museum for one night only…

Step inside if you dare. Our mighty triple-expansion engine No. 6 will awaken from its slumber, hissing, pounding, and steaming through the night while the museum is bathed in eerie light and shadow. Ghostly music, haunting atmosphere, and spine-chilling vibes will transform our industrial cathedral into a playground for the brave.

Expect:


🕸️ Steaming Engines – watch the monstrous No. 6 shake the museum walls in the dark

🍸 A Haunted Bar – whet your whistle with a ghostly tipple

🎶 Devilish Beats – with music to keep your bones rattling.


💀 Atmospheric Setting – glowing lights, haunting decorations, and maybe even a wisp of ghostly smoke…

👻 Early bird tickets available until 30th September 2026

⚠️ Spaces are limited to just 120 souls. Once they’re gone, they’re gone…

So gather your ghouls and join us for a night where the past comes alive. This is not one for the faint of heart…

Please note: Tickets for the Hampton Kempton Waterworks Railway must be purchased separately.

GENERAL VISITOR INFORMATION

Please visit www.kemptonsteam.org for further information and travel details, including information about the London ULEZ.

The museum is an industrial environment containing moving machinery, steep stairs and hard surfaces. 

We have an access lift which enables step free access from the ground to the main museum floor.

Kempton Lates: Jazz Night 🎺 

Saturday 14th March 2026 

 6.30pm-10.00pm

 
 
Step into an evening of classic jazz and steam as we kick off our 2026 events programme in true glad-rags style.

Sip a drink and soak up the atmosphere inside our spectacular Grade II* Listed Scheduled Monument engine house, as a live jazz bands fills the space with iconic tunes from the 1920s and 30s.

Alongside the live jazz, you’ll experience the sights and sounds of our remarkable Sir William Prescott engine – the world’s largest working triple-expansion steam engine, and a true feat of engineering!

A pay bar will be open throughout the evening, serving alcoholic and soft drinks, tea and coffee, plus light snacks.

TICKETS 

Early bird tickets: Adult £25, Under 18 £10 (when booked before 1 March 2026)

Standard tickets: Adult £30, Under 18 £14 (from 1 March 2026)

Your ticket includes a welcome drink (soft or alcoholic) and a cold buffet. If you have any special dietary requirements, please email museum@kemptonsteam.org.

So dig out your glad rags and join us for a stylish journey back to the roaring 20s and 30s – one unforgettable night of music, history and atmosphere.

Book your tickets below ⬇️

How to find us

Public transport options are detailed on our website. Taxis and private vehicles can access the site: https://kemptonsteam.org/visit-us/find-us/

The museum is accessible without entering the London ULEZ.

The museum is an industrial environment containing moving machinery, steep stairs and hard surfaces. Children must remain supervised at all times.

Please note: we have an access lift which enables step free access from the ground to the main museum floor.

Steaming: Saturday 21st 

& Sunday 22nd March 2026 
 
 Open: 10:30am - 4:00pm

 
 
Join us as we fire up our incredible Sir William Prescott engine – the world’s largest working triple-expansion steam engine!

Tickets grant you all day admission to the Kempton Steam Museum, so please feel free to enter at any time. Admission ticket also include a guidebook which you can collect on entry. The Sir William Prescott engine will run several times per day.

Please note: this ticket is for museum admission only. Tickets for the Hampton Kempton Waterworks Railway must be purchased separately.

 SELF-GUIDED & GUIDED TOURS


Between the hours of 10:30am-12:30pm, we also offer visitors the chance to climb our incredible Lady Bessie Prescott engine as a self-guided tour - with a free guidebook available to help you explore and navigate the engine by yourself.


Guided Tours of the engine are then available after 1:00pm and last approximately 1 hour. Places are limited to a maximum of 6 people per tour and cost an additional £3. Be sure to book your tour at the front desk when you arrive on the day to avoid missing out! 

Please note: all access to the Lady Bessie Prescott engine requires climbing steep stairs and due to historic railings, only those over the height of 1.4m (4' 7") are allowed to ascend the engine.

 GENERAL VISITOR INFORMATION

Please visit www.kemptonsteam.org for further information and travel details, including information about the London ULEZ.

The museum is an industrial environment containing moving machinery, steep stairs and hard surfaces. Children must remain supervised at all times.

We have an access lift which enables step free access from the ground to the main museum floor.

Steaming: Saturday 18th 

& Sunday 19th November 
 
 Open: 10:30am - 4:00pm

 
 
Join us as we fire up our incredible Sir William Prescott engine – the world’s largest working triple-expansion steam engine!

Tickets grant you all day admission to the Kempton Steam Museum, so please feel free to enter at any time. Admission ticket also include a guidebook which you can collect on entry. The Sir William Prescott engine will run several times per day.

Please note: this ticket is for museum admission only. Tickets for the Hampton Kempton Waterworks Railway must be purchased separately.

 SELF-GUIDED & GUIDED TOURS


Between the hours of 10:30am-12:30pm, we also offer visitors the chance to climb our incredible Lady Bessie Prescott engine as a self-guided tour - with a free guidebook available to help you explore and navigate the engine by yourself.


Guided Tours of the engine are then available after 1:00pm and last approximately 1 hour. Places are limited to a maximum of 6 people per tour and cost an additional £3. Be sure to book your tour at the front desk when you arrive on the day to avoid missing out! 

Please note: all access to the Lady Bessie Prescott engine requires climbing steep stairs and due to historic railings, only those over the height of 1.4m (4' 7") are allowed to ascend the engine.

 GENERAL VISITOR INFORMATION

Please visit www.kemptonsteam.org for further information and travel details, including information about the London ULEZ.

The museum is an industrial environment containing moving machinery, steep stairs and hard surfaces. Children must remain supervised at all times.

We have an access lift which enables step free access from the ground to the main museum floor.

Kempton Lates: Summer Evening Steaming

Saturday 22nd August  

  Open: 6pm-9pm

Experience the power and grandeur of industrial heritage like never before. This August, we’re opening our doors after hours for Kempton Lates – a special summer moment to step inside our historic museum and witness the awe-inspiring Sir William Prescott engine (the world’s largest working triple-expansion steam engine!) which will be in full-steam several times throughout the evening.

Your ticket includes admission (from 6pm onwards) and a complimentary guidebook on arrival. 

Enjoy the unique atmosphere with a pay bar and light refreshments available to purchase – the perfect way to wind down while soaking up the sights and sounds of this engineering marvel!

Whether you're a steam enthusiast or simply looking for an unforgettable night out, Kempton Lates is not to be missed.

 SELF-GUIDED TOURS


During this evening opening, visitors will have the chance to climb our incredible Lady Bessie Prescott engine as a self-guided tour - with a free guidebook available to help you explore and navigate the engine by yourself.
 

Please note: all access to the Lady Bessie Prescott engine requires climbing steep stairs and, due to historic railings, only those over the height of 1.4m (4' 7") are allowed to ascend the engine.

  GENERAL VISITOR INFORMATION

 
 Please visit www.kemptonsteam.org for further information and travel details, including information about the London ULEZ.

 
 The museum is an industrial environment containing moving machinery, steep stairs and hard surfaces. Children must remain supervised at all times.

 
 We have an access lift which enables step free access from the ground to the main museum floor.

Science & Technology Show + Steaming Weekend
 
Saturday 22nd & Sunday 23rd August 2026 

 Open: 10:30am - 4:00pm

 
 
Do you have a curious streak? Do your kids have a fascination for the wonderful? If so, you’ll love our annual Science & Technology Show!

See an array of scientific experiments demonstrating the most interesting effects of physics and chemistry. On display will be experiments involving:

Gyroscopes

Chaotic Pendulums

Wimshurst Machine

Teslas Coils

Leyden Jars

Magnetism

Ultra Violet Light, and many more…

In the main building, we’ll be running our incredible, 800 ton Sir William Prescott triple-expansion engine throughout the day – where we also have a café and gift shop.

The museum is an industrial environment containing moving machinery, steep stairs and hard surfaces. Children must remain supervised at all times.

Tickets grant you all day admission to the Kempton Steam Museum, so please feel free to enter at any time. Admission ticket also include a guidebook which you can collect on entry. The Sir William Prescott engine will run several times per day.

Please note: this ticket is for museum admission only. Tickets for the Hampton & Kempton Waterworks Railway must be purchased separately.

 SELF-GUIDED & GUIDED TOURS


Between the hours of 10:30am-12:30pm, we also offer visitors the chance to climb our incredible Lady Bessie Prescott engine as a self-guided tour - with a free guidebook available to help you explore and navigate the engine by yourself.


Guided Tours of the engine are then available after 1:00pm and last approximately 1 hour. Places are limited to a maximum of 6 people per tour and cost an additional £3. Be sure to book your tour at the front desk when you arrive on the day to avoid missing out! 

Please note: all access to the Lady Bessie Prescott engine requires climbing steep stairs and due to historic railings, only those over the height of 1.4m (4' 7") are allowed to ascend the engine.

 GENERAL VISITOR INFORMATION

Please visit our Find Us page for information on how to find us by car, public transport or on foot. Free car parking is available on site.

The museum is an industrial environment containing heavy machinery, steep stairs and hard surfaces. Children must remain supervised at all times.

We have an access lift which enables step free access from the ground to the main museum floor.

Steaming with 

 Classic Car & Bike Show:
 
Sunday 21^st September
  

 Open: 10:30am - 4:00pm

 
 

Start your engines and join us as we welcome an array of classic cars and vintage motorbikes from across the decades on display outside the museum.

Inside we’ll be firing up our incredible Sir William Prescott engine – the world’s largest working triple-expansion steam engine!

Tickets grant you all day admission to the Kempton Steam Museum, so please feel free to enter at any time. Admission ticket also include a guidebook which you can collect on entry. The Sir William Prescott engine will run several times per day.

Please note: this ticket is for museum admission only. Tickets for the Hampton Kempton Waterworks Railway must be purchased separately.

 SELF-GUIDED & GUIDED TOURS


Between the hours of 10:30am-1pm, last entry 12.30pm we also offer visitors the chance to climb our incredible Lady Bessie Prescott engine as a self-guided tour - with a free guidebook available to help you explore and navigate the engine by yourself.


Guided Tours of the engine are then available after 1:00pm and last approximately 1 hour. Places are limited to a maximum of 6 people per tour and cost an additional £3. Be sure to book your tour at the front desk when you arrive on the day to avoid missing out! 

Please note: all access to the Lady Bessie Prescott engine requires climbing steep stairs and due to historic railings, only those over the height of 1.4m (4' 7") are allowed to ascend the engine.

 GENERAL VISITOR INFORMATION

Please visit www.kemptonsteam.org for further information and travel details, including information about the London ULEZ.

The museum is an industrial environment containing moving machinery, steep stairs and hard surfaces. Children must remain supervised at all times.

We have an access lift which enables step free access from the ground to the main museum floor.

Steaming: Saturday 17th 

& Sunday 18th October 
 
 Open: 10:30am - 4:00pm

 
 
Join us as we fire up our incredible Sir William Prescott engine – the world’s largest working triple-expansion steam engine!

Tickets grant you all day admission to the Kempton Steam Museum, so please feel free to enter at any time. Admission ticket also include a guidebook which you can collect on entry. The Sir William Prescott engine will run several times per day.

Please note: this ticket is for museum admission only. Tickets for the Hampton Kempton Waterworks Railway must be purchased separately.

 SELF-GUIDED & GUIDED TOURS


Between the hours of 10:30am-12:30pm, we also offer visitors the chance to climb our incredible Lady Bessie Prescott engine as a self-guided tour - with a free guidebook available to help you explore and navigate the engine by yourself.


Guided Tours of the engine are then available after 1:00pm and last approximately 1 hour. Places are limited to a maximum of 6 people per tour and cost an additional £3. Be sure to book your tour at the front desk when you arrive on the day to avoid missing out! 

Please note: all access to the Lady Bessie Prescott engine requires climbing steep stairs and due to historic railings, only those over the height of 1.4m (4' 7") are allowed to ascend the engine.

 GENERAL VISITOR INFORMATION

Please visit www.kemptonsteam.org for further information and travel details, including information about the London ULEZ.

The museum is an industrial environment containing moving machinery, steep stairs and hard surfaces. Children must remain supervised at all times.

We have an access lift which enables step free access from the ground to the main museum floor.

🎃 Kempton Lates presents💀

Steam and SCREAM!


Saturday 31^st October

6.30pm-10pm

Join us on Halloween night as Kempton Steam Museum becomes the Kempton SCREAM Museum for one night only…

Step inside if you dare. Our mighty triple-expansion engine No. 6 will awaken from its slumber, hissing, pounding, and steaming through the night while the museum is bathed in eerie light and shadow. Ghostly music, haunting atmosphere, and spine-chilling vibes will transform our industrial cathedral into a playground for the brave.

Expect:


🕸️ Steaming Engines – watch the monstrous No. 6 shake the museum walls in the dark

🍸 A Haunted Bar – whet your whistle with a ghostly tipple

🎶 Devilish Beats – with music to keep your bones rattling.


💀 Atmospheric Setting – glowing lights, haunting decorations, and maybe even a wisp of ghostly smoke…

👻 Early bird tickets available until 30th September 2026

⚠️ Spaces are limited to just 120 souls. Once they’re gone, they’re gone…

So gather your ghouls and join us for a night where the past comes alive. This is not one for the faint of heart…

Please note: Tickets for the Hampton Kempton Waterworks Railway must be purchased separately.

GENERAL VISITOR INFORMATION

Please visit www.kemptonsteam.org for further information and travel details, including information about the London ULEZ.

The museum is an industrial environment containing moving machinery, steep stairs and hard surfaces. 

We have an access lift which enables step free access from the ground to the main museum floor.

Steaming: Saturday 21st 

& Sunday 22nd November 
 
 Open: 10:30am - 4:00pm

 
 
Join us as we fire up our incredible Sir William Prescott engine – the world’s largest working triple-expansion steam engine!

Tickets grant you all day admission to the Kempton Steam Museum, so please feel free to enter at any time. Admission ticket also include a guidebook which you can collect on entry. The Sir William Prescott engine will run several times per day.

Please note: this ticket is for museum admission only. Tickets for the Hampton Kempton Waterworks Railway must be purchased separately.

 SELF-GUIDED & GUIDED TOURS


Between the hours of 10:30am-12:30pm, we also offer visitors the chance to climb our incredible Lady Bessie Prescott engine as a self-guided tour - with a free guidebook available to help you explore and navigate the engine by yourself.


Guided Tours of the engine are then available after 1:00pm and last approximately 1 hour. Places are limited to a maximum of 6 people per tour and cost an additional £3. Be sure to book your tour at the front desk when you arrive on the day to avoid missing out! 

Please note: all access to the Lady Bessie Prescott engine requires climbing steep stairs and due to historic railings, only those over the height of 1.4m (4' 7") are allowed to ascend the engine.

 GENERAL VISITOR INFORMATION

Please visit www.kemptonsteam.org for further information and travel details, including information about the London ULEZ.

The museum is an industrial environment containing moving machinery, steep stairs and hard surfaces. Children must remain supervised at all times.

We have an access lift which enables step free access from the ground to the main museum floor.