Abbey Pumping Station






The Abbey Pumping Station is Leicester's Museum of Science and Technology. The museum collects and displays the industrial, technological and scientific heritage of Leicester. The engine house has been preserved and during selected special events the engines can be seen in steam.
Venue Type:
Museum, Science centre, Industrial heritage site
Additional info
For room or venue hire please contact the Museum Desk on 01162 995111
Collection details
Decorative and Applied Art, Industry, Land Transport, Science and Technology, Social History
Key artists and exhibits
- The museum not only has a collection of working stationary steam engines but also vibrant displays using real artefacts from the past together with interactive hands-on exhibits. Permanent exhibitions include the science and history of public health in Leicester, light and optical science and a nostalgic look at the history of the city's tram system.
Abbey Pumping Station
Corporation Road
Abbey Lane
Leicester
Leicestershire
LE4 5PX
England
Website
Leicester Museums & Galleries website
www.visitleicester.info/museums
Enquiries
Telephone
0116 299 5111
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