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.
Summer holidays – Hidden beneath our feet
Did you know under the Museum there is a network of pipes which still supply water to London? Discover more about the hidden world underneath our feet! With crafts, hands-on activities, and trails there’s something for the whole family to... Read more »
Storytelling with Philippa Davies
Join author Philippa Davies for a reading of her new book 'The Frog and the Paddling Pool' When Rosie finds an unexpected visitor splashing about in her paddling pool, she soon realises he's in trouble. But what can Rosie do... Read more »
‘Chickie Lickie’ Storytelling Festival with Judy Preece
London Museum of Water and Steam Green Dragon Lane, Brentford, London, United KingdomChicken Licken thinks the sky is falling down, so he sets off to tell the king. What will happen to him and his friends Henny Penny, Little Red Hen, Turkey Lurkey and Goosey Loosey? Join storyteller Judy Preece to find out.... Read more »
Exhibition: Brentford at Work, Rest & Play
London Museum of Water and Steam Green Dragon Lane, Brentford, London, United KingdomWe are delighted to present our new Community Exhibition in the Steam Hall Gallery, 'Brentford at Work, Rest & Play'. It has been lovingly put together by photographer and local historian, Karen Reader. Karen is known for her Brentford Thru... Read more »
Storytime with Mark
Pump and Grind Café London Museum of Water & Steam, London, County (optional), United KingdomA story sandwich with a music and rhyme filling! Come and join us for songs, rhymes and stories in the Pump and Grind Coffee Shop at the London Museum of Water & Steam. Babies, toddlers and all under fives are... Read more »
Community Support
London Museum of Water and Steam Green Dragon Lane, Brentford, London, United KingdomJoin the teams from Community Solutions and Ealing and Hounslow Community Voluntary Service to get advice, guidance and support in the Pump and Grind Coffee Shop at the Museum on the first Thursday of every month. The Community Solutions team... 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 every Friday afternoon, 2pm - 4pm. Open to everyone
Industrial Revelation Eco-Festival
On Sunday 9th October, the Museum is hosting the Industrial Revelation Eco-Festival as part of Hounslow Summer of Culture. Enjoy a Sculpture Trail by artist Derek Pearce, a workshop with Sangeeta Weatherley and find out about local Eco friendly initiatives.... Read more »
Industrial Heritage
Following an inspiring day of environmental themed art and activity at the Industrial Revelation Eco Festival event, secure a seat in the main Steam Hall of an iconic London museum for a very special environmental edged, evening concert, featuring three acclaimed rock... 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.
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 »
Brentford at Work, Rest & Play: Remembrance
Brentford Remembers. The brilliant Brentford at Work, Rest & Play has a temporary new display paying respects to all the men of Brentford who were killed whilst serving in WW1 - WW2 & since. We have a list of 489... Read more »