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Brede Steam Engine Society - The Giants of Brede
Heritage / Visitor Centre
Brede Waterworks
Waterworks Lane
BREDE
EAST SUSSEX
TN31 6HG
A museum of water heritage pumping machinery, mainly from the steam era. The collection comprises examples of triple expansion and compound steam pumps dating from 1889 and all capable of being demonstrated currently by compressed air, but ultimately under steam power.
The original tall engine houses (now Listed) and dating from 1904 and 1940 display building construction and architectural styles typical of Victorian and Art Deco periods. The restoration is being undertaken by the dedicated Society volunteers committed to keeping alive engineering skills of the past for future generations. Open 1st Saturday in month 10:00-16:00 plus Bank Holiday Mondays.
Facilities
Provider Preferences
- In countryside
- Indoor Attraction
- No Smoking Attraction
Accessibility
- Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors - Visual tape of engines last in steam, heritage footage, visual displays.
- Facilities for Visually Impaired Visitors - Historic audiovisual tape available. large print notices available.
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Ramp/Level Access
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
- Parking (free)
Catering
- On-Site cafe/restaurant - Hot and cold beverages, cakes etc. Limited seating indoors.
- Picnic Site
Payment Methods
- Approx length of visit - 02:00
- Groups Accepted
- Max group size - 100
- Min group size - 8
- Sterling Travellers Cheques accepted
- TIC Staff Admitted Free
Establishment Features
- Toilets - No facilities for wheelchair users at present. Plans in hand to have facilities built.
Specialist Features
- Marketed Towards Families
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted - All schools are admitted free.
- Guided Tours Available for Groups - All groups are admitted for free.
- Guided Tours Available for Individuals - All visitors are admitted for free.
Road Directions
Nearest major road is A28. From the village of Brede, 7 miles north of Hastings on the A28, turn into a narrow lane at the top of Brede Hill near the Red Lion Pub. Waterworks site located 0.75 mile along this lane.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest station is Hastings. Turn right and follow the lane for 0.5 miles.
Bus 340, alight at Red Lion pub (20 mins walk to attraction).
Opening Times
| 2013 (01/01/2013 - 31/12/2013) |
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| Day | Times |
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| Saturday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Bank Holiday (27/05/2013) |
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| Open (01/06/2013) |
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| Day | Times |
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| Saturday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Open (06/07/2013) |
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| Saturday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Open (03/08/2013) |
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| Day | Times |
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| Saturday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Open (26/08/2013) |
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| Monday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Open (07/09/2013) |
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| Day | Times |
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| Saturday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Open (05/10/2013) |
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| Day | Times |
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| Saturday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Open (02/11/2013) |
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| Day | Times |
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| Saturday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Open (07/12/2013) |
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| Day | Times |
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| Saturday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
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| Child ticket | Free |
| Adult ticket | Free |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
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