Science & Technology Weekend – 22nd & 23rd August 2026

See an array of scientific experiments demonstrating the most interesting effects of physics and chemistry. This weekend is fun for all the family. On display will be experiments involving:

• Gyroscopes
• Chaotic Pendulums
• Wimshurst Machine
• Teslas Coils
• Leyden Jars
• Magnetism
• Ultra Violet Light and many more.

The museum will be open and the ‘Sir William Prescott Engine’ will be in operation from 10:30-16:00.

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

Please see our Special Events page for further events being held.

The Hampton & Kempton Waterworks Railway will also be providing train rides on the above dates.

Admission Prices & Opening Times

Opening Times: 10.30am to 4.00pm

Admission Prices

N.B. Train rides on the Waterworks Railway require a separate ticket. Please follow this link for railway pricing.

*Admission price includes a free optional guided tour.

We will always endeavour to run the engine on the published dates but as with any machine approaching 100 years old, mechanical failure can occasionally occur. Please check our website prior to visiting.