What’s On
From family activities during the school holidays, to exhibitions, guided tours, community events and more! There's something for everyone to enjoy at the Museum. Scroll through our What's On to discover more.
Digital Inclusion
Develop your tech skills whilst volunteering on the digital project. We are refurbishing and building devices under the guidance of Blue Summit Technologies. Fridays 12-2pm. Call: 07484 326108 Email: [email protected]
Summer Holidays – Play! Imagineering
We're kicking off our summer holidays with imagineering! We're open Wednesday to Sunday 10am until 4pm. What is imagineering? It is when you take amazing creative ideas, and turn them into something practical. It's a mixture of imagination and engineering.... Read more »
Summer Holidays – Play! with Water
We're halfway through our summer holidays and this time we're playing with water! We're open Wednesday to Sunday 10am until 4pm. It's water - it comes out of our taps, and it makes up our oceans. But how does it... Read more »
Milin Patel- Water Tasting Experience
Head to the museum on August 12th starting at 10am to join Senior Water Consultant & Water Sommelier Milin Patel for a water tasting experience to 'Hydrate the Imagination'. Discover drinking water culture. Learn to create vocabulary around describing water.... Read more »
Musical Mark
Musical Mark is back for summer fun! Join him for story and music sessions on Sunday August 6th and 13th at 2pm. You can find him in the Boulton and Watt Engine House!
Summer Holidays – Play! Nature
We're almost at the end of our summer holidays and this time we're playing with nature! We're open Wednesday to Sunday 10am until 4pm, and also open on bank holiday Monday 28 August. Nature is all around us, and plays... Read more »
Art with Olivia- CLAY
Join Olivia for one of 5 art sessions on August 26th to make clay animals for Nature Week! At a cost of £3 per child you will be able to walk away with a little clay friend. Tickets can be... Read more »
Summer Holidays – Play!
School’s out for summer and it’s time to play! Playtime begins Saturday 22 July and ends Bank Holiday, Monday 28 August. We’ll be open Wednesday to Sunday, plus Bank Holiday Monday, 10am to 4pm. Most hands on events will run... Read more »
Creative Mile – Brentford Art Trail 2023
Creative Mile is an artist-led celebration of Brentford’s creativity and hidden spaces. The trail, running from Boston Manor Park all the way through Brentford to the London Museum of Water & Steam, explores cultural sites, artist studios and temporary exhibition... Read more »
Temporary Exhibition – And I Caused It To Rain Upon One City
This exhibition brings together a body of work by artist Matthew Dowell who participated in a residency conducting research and developed their practice in response to the Museum's collections. Drawing from the imagery and symbolism used by the early water... Read more »
Milin Patel: Water Sommelier
Saturday 21- 10:30am to 4:00pm Milin will be back at the museum during October Half Term for a water tasting experience to “Hydrate the Imagination”! Discover drinking water culture. Learn to create vocabulary around describing water. Appreciate and respect the... Read more »
October Half Term – Mini Monsters
The old River Thames was a scary place, full of monster bacteria! Find out where our water comes from and see the science that cleans the mini monsters from London’s water. Plus, with a monster tour, scavenger hunt, and our... Read more »
Victorian London’s Health Crisis – The Cholera Epidemics And Their Resolution
Join us at the museum for a talk with Rob Casey from 6pm-7pm on Thursday, November 16, 2023. Purchase tickets here. In 1831 a terrifying new epidemic arrived in London, there was no cure and doctors had no idea how... Read more »
New Years Steam Up
We are back in STEAM! December 30 & 31 2023, January 1 2024, 11:00-17:00 If a session you wish to attend is sold out, tickets can be purchased on the day at the front desk! Tickets available now This new... Read more »
Building Bridges Local Community Group
We meet every Thursday morning 11am to 1pm (but you can stay for less time if you want/need to). Everyone is welcome & we are a very friendly group of people. It is a Community Group set up to combat... Read more »
February Half Term- Water Warriors
Dive into this February half term at the London Museum of Water & Steam! Join us for a week of family-friendly fun and learning, and join our quest to become "Water Warriors". February 10-18! We've got interactive storytelling sessions,... Read more »
Train Day!
Join us for 'Train Day' on Saturday February 24 starting at 11:30! When you arrive at the museum on 'Train Day' you can purchase your train ticket at the front desk (cash or card). Train tickets are £1 per person... Read more »
February Steam Up
We are in STEAM! February 24-25, 2024 10:00-16:00 Tickets available now This year at the London Museum of Water & Steam we are bringing our engines back to life! Discover the fascinating world of water and steam at our Steam Ups! Share... Read more »
London Museum of Women in STEM – International Women’s Day
Did you know that just over a quarter of the people working in STEM in the UK are female? This year, for International Women's Day, we're rebranding for the day as the London Museum of Women in STEM. Join us... Read more »
World Water Day – Film Festival
World Water Day, held on 22 March every year since 1993, is an annual United Nations Observance focusing on the importance of freshwater. World Water Day celebrates water and raises awareness of the 2.2 billion people living without access to safe... Read more »
Easter Steam Up
We are in STEAM for Easter Weekend! March 30-31, April 1 10:00-16:00 Tickets available now This year at the London Museum of Water & Steam we are bringing our engines back to life! Discover the fascinating world of water and steam at... Read more »
Easter Holidays!
Easter Holidays at the London Museum of Water & Steam! We are open every day for two whole weeks! March 30- April 14 🐰 Join us for crafts and hands on fun, the iconic Splash Zone back in action,... Read more »
April Steam Up
We are in STEAM! April 27-28, 2024 10:00-16:00 Tickets available now This year at the London Museum of Water & Steam we are bringing our engines back to life! Discover the fascinating world of water and steam at our Steam Ups! Share... Read more »
Stirling Engines at the Museum
Did you know the original Stirling engine was invented by Robert Stirling in 1816 and used in the late 1800's to pump water? The Stirling Engine Society are at the London Museum of Water & Steam on Sunday 12 May!... Read more »
May Steam Up
We are in STEAM! May 25-26, 2024 10:00-16:00 Tickets available now This year at the London Museum of Water & Steam we are bringing our engines back to life! Discover the fascinating world of water and steam at our Steam Ups! Share... Read more »
Cyanotype Workshop
May 27- May 31 Drop in Cyanotype Workshop starting at 11am every weekday morning! As part of our Water Wonders event series for May Half-Term. Meet in the Splash zone to make some amazing artwork using the power of the sun... Read more »
June Steam Up
We are in STEAM! June 22-23, 2024 10:00-16:00 Tickets available now This year at the London Museum of Water & Steam we are bringing our engines back to life! Discover the fascinating world of water and steam at our Steam Ups! Share... Read more »
The Living Thames – Film Screening
Join us for a screening of the award-winning documentary The Living Thames. Introduced by Sir David Attenborough, and presented by environmentalist Chris Baines, The Living Thames gives a voice to the many people with a hand in making the Thames... Read more »
Stay & Play!
Pump and Grind Café London Museum of Water & Steam, London, County (optional), United KingdomInclusive stay and play sessions for children under 5 hosted by the Our Barn Community in the Pump and Grind Café. Sessions run on Fridays, 10am to 12pm, during term time and suggested donation £3 per family, with refreshments available... Read more »
Association of 16mm Narrow Gauge Modellers
The Association of 16mm Narrow Gauge Modellers are back at the Museum with their model steam trains. Come and enjoy the wonderful model trains in full steam on a purpose built track, learn all about how they work and watch... Read more »
The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB)
Jeff from the RSPB will be at the museum talking about the work that the RSPB do, the variety of nature in our gardens and the peregrine falcons that nest on our stand pipe tower on Saturday July 27! The... Read more »
Train Day!
Join us for 'Train Day' on Saturday July 27 starting at 11:30! When you arrive at the museum on 'Train Day' you can purchase your train ticket at the front desk (cash or card). Train tickets are £1 per person... Read more »
July Steam Up
We are in STEAM! July 27-28, 2024 10:00-16:00 Tickets available now This year at the London Museum of Water & Steam we are bringing our engines back to life! Discover the fascinating world of water and steam at our Steam Ups! Share... Read more »
Tramway & Light Railway Society
The Tramway & Light Railway Society are at the Museum with their tramway model on display Sunday July 28th! The Thames Valley Group was established in July 1994 at a meeting in the tea room at what was then... Read more »
The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB)
Jeff from the RSPB will be at the museum talking about the work that the RSPB do, the variety of nature in our gardens and the peregrine falcons that nest on our stand pipe tower on Wednesday July 31! The... Read more »
Artifact Handling Sessions
Join us at the London Museum of Water & Steam for two artifact handling sessions with Dr. Fiona Haughey the only archaeologist with a thesis on the Thames! Dr Haughey will be set up in the Steam Hall from 11-12... Read more »
The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB)
Jeff from the RSPB will be at the museum talking about the work that the RSPB do, the variety of nature in our gardens and the peregrine falcons that nest on our stand pipe tower on Friday August 23 and... Read more »
Bring your own Minifigure- Association of 16mm Narrow Gauge Modellers
The Association of 16mm Narrow Gauge Modellers are back at the Museum with their model steam trains. Come and enjoy the wonderful model trains in full steam on a purpose built track, learn all about how they work and watch... Read more »
Summer Scavenger Hunt!
Available July 20th- September 1st (or while supplies last) Head to the London Museum of Water & Steam for a puzzling summer scavenger hunt! Follow the clues to solve the mystery phrase and then claim your prize! Cost: £3.50 per... Read more »
Art Exhibit: Thames by Daniel Silas
"With its ever-flowing ebbs and floods, The River Thames continuously reshapes its surroundings. Its dynamic moods, energy and flow employ a powerful pull on me and my art practice." Daniel Silas is a visual artist, activist, and educator based in... Read more »
Creative Mile- Brentford Art Trail 2024
We will be open with free entry for the Saturday and Sunday of the Creative Mile, August 31 and September 1! See the full list of artists displaying on site at the Creative Mile Website. More information about the weekend... Read more »
Creative Mile- Brentford Art Trail 2024
We will be open with free entry for the Saturday and Sunday of the Creative Mile! The museum will be hosting 15 local artists on site Saturday August 31 and Sunday September 1 from 10am-4pm. See the full list of... Read more »
Our Barn Carers Project
Our Barn Carers Project is for parents of children with additional needs. Aimed at parent carers of disabled children, we hope to share our lived experience and end isolation. A space to get advice and support.
Bring your own Minifigure- Association of 16mm Narrow Gauge Modellers
The Association of 16mm Narrow Gauge Modellers are back at the Museum with their model steam trains. Come and enjoy the wonderful model trains in full steam on a purpose built track, learn all about how they work and watch... Read more »
Object Handling Session
Get to see our objects from our archive up close with an object handling session happening this weekend! Come just us in the Waterworks Gallery between 10am-12pm on Saturday 19 October during our Steam Up weekend. Free with a Steam... Read more »
October Steam Up
We are in STEAM! October 19-20, 2024 10:00-16:00 Tickets available now This year at the London Museum of Water & Steam we are bringing our engines back to life! Discover the fascinating world of water and steam at our Steam Ups! Share... Read more »
Train Day!
Join us for a train filled weekend at the London Museum of Water & Steam! Thomas Wicksteed will be steaming on the tracks available for rides on Saturday 19 October and Sunday 20 October. When you arrive at the museum... Read more »
AFTER HOURS- Haunted History Tour
The London Museum of Water & Steam presents Haunted History Museum Tours! Join us October 28-31 for an After Hours History Tour that explores the Waterworks past, along with local legends and oddities. 5pm-6pm. Recommended for ages 10... Read more »
FAMILY TOUR- Haunted History Tour
The London Museum of Water & Steam presents Haunted History Museum Tours! Join us October 28- November 1 for an Family History Tour that explores the Waterworks past, along with local legends and oddities. 1pm-1:30pm Recommended for ages 3 and... Read more »
Exhibition: Time is Running Out
Last day to see 'Time is Running Out' is Sunday, November 3rd! 'Time is Running Out' is ideal for families, young people, and anyone interested in learning more about engineering. The exhibition offers an interactive experience that highlights the future... Read more »
October Half Term
The London Museum of Water & Steam presents October Half Term! Join us October 26 to November 3 for Ghost Hunts, Haunted Tours, and Ghost Crafts! Head to the museum October 26-November 3 for a spooky craft in the Waterworks... Read more »
Association of 16mm Narrow Gauge Modellers
The Association of 16mm Narrow Gauge Modellers are back at the Museum with their model steam trains. Come and enjoy the wonderful model trains in full steam on a purpose built track, learn all about how they work and watch... Read more »
Train Day!
Join us for a train filled weekend at the London Museum of Water & Steam! Thomas Wicksteed will be steaming on the tracks this November available for rides on Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 starting at 11:30am. When you arrive... Read more »
November Steam Up
We are in STEAM! November 23-24, 2024 10:00-16:00 Tickets available now This year at the London Museum of Water & Steam we are bringing our engines back to life! Discover the fascinating world of water and steam at our Steam Ups! Share... Read more »
Train Day!
Join us for a train filled Saturday at the London Museum of Water & Steam! Thomas Wicksteed will be steaming on the tracks available for rides on Saturday November 30 starting at 11:30am. When you arrive at the museum purchase... Read more »
Santa at the Museum!
Santa is taking a break from his busy schedule to visit the Museum! Join us on the 14th, 15th, 21st, or 22nd of December. Tickets can be purchased here. Meeting in the Museum’s shop, you’ll follow Mrs. Claus to find... Read more »
December Steam Up
We are in STEAM! December 28-29, 2024 10:00-16:00 Tickets available now Join us this December at the London Museum of Water & Steam for our Steam Up! We are celebrating this amazing year at the London Museum of Water &... Read more »
Tramway & Light Railway Society
The Tramway & Light Railway Society are at the Museum with their tramway model on display Monday December 30! Find them in the Babcock room with the Association of 16mm Narrow Gauge Modellers. The Thames Valley Group was established in... Read more »
Association of 16mm Narrow Gauge Modellers
The Association of 16mm Narrow Gauge Modellers are back at the Museum with their model steam trains. Come and enjoy the wonderful model trains in full steam on a purpose built track, learn all about how they work and watch... Read more »
New Year Steam Up
December 30-31, 2024 10:00-16:30 Tickets available now Join us at the London Museum of Water & Steam for our New Year Steam Up! We are celebrating this amazing year at the London Museum of Water & Steam as we brought... Read more »
Train Day!
December 15, 21, 22, 30, and 31. Join us for a train filled month at the London Museum of Water & Steam! Thomas Wicksteed will be steaming on the tracks available for rides on Sunday 15 December, Saturday 21 December,... Read more »
Board Games
London Museum of Water and Steam Green Dragon Lane, Brentford, London, United KingdomJoin Our Barn Community in the Pump and Grind Coffee Shop for board games on Friday afternoon, 2pm - 4pm. Open to everyone
January Steam Up
We are in STEAM! January 25-26, 2025 10:00-16:00 Tickets available now Discover the fascinating world of water and steam at our Steam Ups! Share in the history and energy of the Kew Bridge Waterworks and marvel at the amazing working... Read more »
Object Handling Session
Come see objects from our archive up close with an object handling session led by our Collections Officer and team of archive volunteers! Join us in the Steam Hall between 10:30am-12:30pm on Saturday 8th, and 15th of February. Then on... Read more »
Water Filtration Workshop
Join our Museum Hosts in the Steam Hall for a Water Filtration Workshop! Learn about how water was once cleaned on this site and try your hands at making a water filter yourself! The session will run from 1pm-2pm on... Read more »
Tramway & Light Railway Society
The Tramway & Light Railway Society are at the Museum with their tramway model on display Saturday February 22! Find them in the Babcock room with the Twickenham & District Model Railway Club. The Thames Valley Group was established in... Read more »
February Steam Up
We are in STEAM! February 22-23, 2025 10:00-16:00 Tickets available now Discover the fascinating world of water and steam at our Steam Ups! Share in the history and energy of the Kew Bridge Waterworks and marvel at the amazing working... Read more »
Twickenham & District Model Railway Club
February 22 and 23- Steam Up Weekend The Twickenham & District Model Railway Club will be displaying in the Babcock room on the February Steam Up Weekend alongside the Tramway & Light Railway Society. They will have two layouts on... Read more »
February Half Term – Trains Trains Trains
All aboard! Next stop is half term fun from 15-23 February! Join us every day for wonderful train themed activities including rides on our steam locomotive, crafts, and model railways. We’re open every day, 10am to 4pm, from Saturday 15... Read more »
Train Day!
SURPRISE! We have added one more Train Day for February Half Term! Join us tomorrow (Sunday February 23) for the final day of Trains Trains Trains 🚂🚂🚂 15, 16, 17, 19, 20, 21, 22, and 23 of February. Join us... Read more »
London Museum of Women in STEM – International Women’s Day
Did you know that just over a quarter of the people working in STEM in the UK are female? Or that in the core STEM subjects around 31% of students in Higher Education in the UK are women or non-binary?... Read more »
‘Tree Tales’ with Fulham Palace- International Women’s Day
Join us on March 8, 2025 to celebrate International Women's Day as we rebrand for the day as the London Museum of Women in STEM! Take part in a full day of workshops, activities, experiments, Q&As and more as we... Read more »
Train Day- International Women’s Day
On Saturday 8 March we are celebrating International Women's Day by rebranding for the day as the London Museum of Women in Stem. As part of our celebration Thomas Wicksteed will be steaming on the tracks available for rides. Rides... Read more »
Live Q&A with STEaM Leaders- International Women’s Day
On Saturday 8 March we are celebrating International Women’s Day by rebranding for the day as the London Museum of Women in Stem. Join us in the Steam Hall at 11:30 and 14:00 to speak to three leaders in their... Read more »
The Engineering Challenge- International Women’s Day
On Saturday 8 March we are celebrating International Women’s Day by rebranding for the day as the London Museum of Women in Stem. Take on the Engineering Challenge with Dr. Jinx St. Leger in the Steam Hall from 10:30-11:30, 12:30-1:30,... Read more »
Object Handling- International Women’s Day
On Saturday 8 March we are celebrating International Women’s Day by rebranding for the day as the London Museum of Women in Stem. See objects from our archive up close with an object handling session led by our team of... Read more »
Behind the Scenes Tours- International Women’s Day
On Saturday 8 March we are celebrating International Women’s Day by rebranding for the day as the London Museum of Women in Stem. Meet in the Boulton & Watt Engines house for a behind-the-scene tour of the museum. This is... Read more »
Collections Challenge- International Women’s Day
On Saturday 8 March we are celebrating International Women’s Day by rebranding for the day as the London Museum of Women in Stem. Head into the Waterworks Gallery to to take part in the Collections Challenge. Try your hands at... Read more »
Sir Joseph Bazalgette & The Great Stink of London: a talk by Stephen Fielding
Join us at the London Museum of Water & Steam on March 13 at 6pm for a talk by Stephen Fielding from Habitats and Heritage: Sir Joseph Bazalgette & The Great Stink of London. This talk by Stephen Fielding, Heritage Projects Manager... Read more »
Train Day
Join us for a train filled Saturday at the London Museum of Water & Steam! Thomas Wicksteed will be steaming on the tracks available for rides on Saturday March 15 starting at 12:00. When you arrive at the museum purchase... Read more »
World Water Day
Come make a SPLASH at the Museum this World Water Day on Saturday 22 March! Access to clean water is more important than ever, with London being number nine on the list of global cities most likely to run out... Read more »
Train Day- World Water Day
On Saturday 22 March we are celebrating World Water Day at the London Museum of Water & Steam! As part of our celebration Thomas Wicksteed will be steaming on the tracks available for rides. Rides will start around 12, timing... Read more »
Train Day
Thomas Wicksteed will be steaming on the tracks available for rides. Rides will start around 12, timing is subject to change. When you arrive at the museum purchase your train ticket at the front desk (cash or card). Train rides... Read more »
March Steam Up
We are in STEAM! March 29-30, 2025 10:00-16:00 Tickets available now Discover the fascinating world of water and steam at our Steam Ups! Share in the history and energy of the Kew Bridge Waterworks and marvel at the amazing working... Read more »
Association of 16mm Narrow Gauge Modellers
Weekend of March 29 and 30! The Association of 16mm Narrow Gauge Modellers are back at the Museum with their model steam trains. Come and enjoy the wonderful model trains in full steam on a purpose built track, learn all... Read more »
Train Day- March Steam Up
Join us for a fun filled weekend at the London Museum of Water & Steam! Thomas Wicksteed will be steaming on the tracks this Steam Up weekend available for rides on Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 starting around midday. When... Read more »
Train Day- Easter Sunday
Thomas Wicksteed will be steaming on the tracks available for rides. Rides will start around 12, timing is subject to change. When you arrive at the museum purchase your train ticket at the front desk (cash or card). Train rides... Read more »
Easter Holidays – Hunt the Green Dragon Eggs
This Easter the Museum is hosting an egg hunt like no other... The dragon that dwells on Green Dragon Lane has hidden all her eggs around the Museum for safekeeping. But she hid them too well! Can you follow the... Read more »
Association of 16mm Narrow Gauge Modellers- Easter Monday
The Association of 16mm Narrow Gauge Modellers are back at the Museum with their model steam trains. Come and enjoy the wonderful model trains in full steam on a purpose built track, learn all about how they work and watch... Read more »
April Steam Up
We are in STEAM! April 26-27, 2025 10:00-16:00 Tickets available now Discover the fascinating world of water and steam at our Steam Ups! Share in the history and energy of the Kew Bridge Waterworks and marvel at the amazing working... Read more »
Association of 16mm Narrow Gauge Modellers- April Steam Up
The Association of 16mm Narrow Gauge Modellers are back at the Museum with their model steam trains. Come and enjoy the wonderful model trains in full steam on a purpose built track, learn all about how they work and watch... Read more »
Train Day- April Steam Up
Join us for a fun filled weekend at the London Museum of Water & Steam! Thomas Wicksteed will be steaming on the tracks this Steam Up weekend available for rides on Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 starting around midday. When... Read more »
Exhibition: Tender Machines by Dr Jasmine Pradissitto
A new exhibition by artist-in-residence Dr Jasmine Pradissitto 3 May – 31 October 2025 This spring, the London Museum of Water & Steam unveils Tender Machines: Holding paradox, a striking new exhibition by artist and physicist Dr Jasmine Pradissitto, curated... Read more »