Welcome To the Waterworks Museum - Hereford
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Archived: 2026-04-23 15:31
Welcome To the Waterworks Museum - Hereford
A museum for everyone
We are next open on Tuesday April 21st
We are seeking views from members of the community across Herefordshire and the Marches region to identify new and exciting ways to bring people to the Museum. Please click here to take in a short survey.
Opening Times
Cafe
Admission Prices 0-16 free!
Find Us
HIGHLIGHTS
See a working triple expansion steam engine
Have fun in the Waterpark
Explore the WW2 replica rooms
Chat with the engineers and guides
New Waterwords Spring 2026 issue is out now. To read it: Click here!
Interested in volunteering? Then click here!
Click here for the 2026 Operating Day calendar
Operating Days
We are open around 10 Sundays a year when we have the pumps up and running using steam, the way they were originally made to work.
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Exhibits
With over 50 amazing machines in our growing exhibition and with so many different types and sizes on show, there is always plenty to see.
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Fun for the young
In the waterpark, youngsters can lift, pump, filter and squirt water. In the museum t
here is a trail to discover hidden frogs and a water quiz.
MORE
Cafe and Shop
Our museum Cafe has a selection of hot and cold drinks, plus tempting and delicious fresh homemade scones, cakes and savories. Visit our shop too.
MORE
WW II rooms
See an evacuee's bedroom and a kitchen that resembles the appearance and decor typical of a Victorian/1940‘s home.
MORE
Firefighting
From a horse drawn fire engine, via early fire extinguishers, arrive at the mighty Blackstone engine used for firefighting at Rotherwas in WWII
MORE
Story of water
Located in the oldest part of the museum is our Welsh Water exhibit that tells the story of how drinking water is brought to a tap today.
MORE
The building
The main building of the Waterworks Museum is Grade II* listed . The earliest part dates to 1856. Expanded five times in 50 years and finished in 1906.
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Our impressive collection of beam, hot air, gas and diesel engines includes the oldest working triple expansion steam engine in the UK
Open for 50 years and still going strong
The museum has been running since 1974 and is housed in the original Victorian Grade II* listed building that was the water pumping station for Hereford.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Are there disabled facilities at the museum?
There is a disabled toilet available
Please read our disabled
access and accessibility
statements
Can I bring my dog to the museum?
Dogs on short leads are allowed in the Museum grounds and building, apart from the Water Park and Cafe serving area.. All dogs must be on leads at all times. Please read the poster in reception for more information.
Is there parking close by?
There is on site parking available and one of our volunteers is available should you need any help and guidance
Are food and drink available?
We have an onsite café serving hot and cold drinks along with a selection of delicious food and cakes. We pride ourselves on the fresh homemade items we have available on offer, so why not treat yourself.
How do I find you?
We're easy to find, we're at Broomy Hill, Hereford, HR4 0LJ
By Car : Just set your SatNav to HR4 0JL
By Train : We are just a short taxi ride (approx 3.2 km) from Hereford Train Station
By Bus : Unfortunately there are no bus routes stopping near the Museum
Many thanks for providing the opportunity to savour the sights, sound and smell of a wide range of machinery much of it massive. It is all real and reflects the knowledge and work of the volunteers who enhance visitors' experience by answering questions and providing tactful guidance. I was fascinated to see what was involved to start up some of the engines, some of which which clearly have special needs. I doubt that there are many places which can appeal to both 5 year old Florence and her shortly to be 75 grandfather. The children's area was first class with all manner of actual equipment children could operate to reinforce what is required to provide clean water and what can be done with it. I will certainly visit again.
A museum for everyone
We are next open on Tuesday April 21st
We are seeking views from members of the community across Herefordshire and the Marches region to identify new and exciting ways to bring people to the Museum. Please click here to take in a short survey.
Opening Times
Cafe
Admission Prices 0-16 free!
Find Us
HIGHLIGHTS
See a working triple expansion steam engine
Have fun in the Waterpark
Explore the WW2 replica rooms
Chat with the engineers and guides
New Waterwords Spring 2026 issue is out now. To read it: Click here!
Interested in volunteering? Then click here!
Click here for the 2026 Operating Day calendar
Operating Days
We are open around 10 Sundays a year when we have the pumps up and running using steam, the way they were originally made to work.
MORE
Exhibits
With over 50 amazing machines in our growing exhibition and with so many different types and sizes on show, there is always plenty to see.
MORE
Fun for the young
In the waterpark, youngsters can lift, pump, filter and squirt water. In the museum t
here is a trail to discover hidden frogs and a water quiz.
MORE
Cafe and Shop
Our museum Cafe has a selection of hot and cold drinks, plus tempting and delicious fresh homemade scones, cakes and savories. Visit our shop too.
MORE
WW II rooms
See an evacuee's bedroom and a kitchen that resembles the appearance and decor typical of a Victorian/1940‘s home.
MORE
Firefighting
From a horse drawn fire engine, via early fire extinguishers, arrive at the mighty Blackstone engine used for firefighting at Rotherwas in WWII
MORE
Story of water
Located in the oldest part of the museum is our Welsh Water exhibit that tells the story of how drinking water is brought to a tap today.
MORE
The building
The main building of the Waterworks Museum is Grade II* listed . The earliest part dates to 1856. Expanded five times in 50 years and finished in 1906.
MORE
Our impressive collection of beam, hot air, gas and diesel engines includes the oldest working triple expansion steam engine in the UK
Open for 50 years and still going strong
The museum has been running since 1974 and is housed in the original Victorian Grade II* listed building that was the water pumping station for Hereford.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Are there disabled facilities at the museum?
There is a disabled toilet available
Please read our disabled
access and accessibility
statements
Can I bring my dog to the museum?
Dogs on short leads are allowed in the Museum grounds and building, apart from the Water Park and Cafe serving area.. All dogs must be on leads at all times. Please read the poster in reception for more information.
Is there parking close by?
There is on site parking available and one of our volunteers is available should you need any help and guidance
Are food and drink available?
We have an onsite café serving hot and cold drinks along with a selection of delicious food and cakes. We pride ourselves on the fresh homemade items we have available on offer, so why not treat yourself.
How do I find you?
We're easy to find, we're at Broomy Hill, Hereford, HR4 0LJ
By Car : Just set your SatNav to HR4 0JL
By Train : We are just a short taxi ride (approx 3.2 km) from Hereford Train Station
By Bus : Unfortunately there are no bus routes stopping near the Museum
Many thanks for providing the opportunity to savour the sights, sound and smell of a wide range of machinery much of it massive. It is all real and reflects the knowledge and work of the volunteers who enhance visitors' experience by answering questions and providing tactful guidance. I was fascinated to see what was involved to start up some of the engines, some of which which clearly have special needs. I doubt that there are many places which can appeal to both 5 year old Florence and her shortly to be 75 grandfather. The children's area was first class with all manner of actual equipment children could operate to reinforce what is required to provide clean water and what can be done with it. I will certainly visit again.