A fantastic example of both Victorian architecture and Victorian engineering. It was the cornerstone of the revolutionary sewage system designed and engineered by Joseph Bazalgette in 1865 and contains four beam engines built by James Watt and Sons. It also has some of the finest decorative cast iron work in London.

Now a museum it is being lovingly restored by a team of volunteers after years of neglect and vandalism. Open only 2 days a month with several special Steaming Days. Check the website for details. Well worth the visit.

An easy 30-minute walk from Abbey Wood train station or a short minicab ride from station. It has a large car park if you drive yourself.

The Old Works
Crossness S.T.W.
Belvedere Road
Abbey Wood
London SE2 9AQ

www.crossness.org.uk/

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