The Museum normally stages events and other activities throughout the year. The calendar below is our proposed 2022 calendar. Decisions on each event running will be taken within a month prior to the event, based on Covid-19 restrictions. Events that run will comply with all Government restrictions in place at the time.
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Subject to Covid-19 regulations our 2022 program will run with the following applying:
Decisions on each event running subject to Covid restrictions will be takenn a month before each event. We hope all events can run, every event that runs will conform to the Government rules of the day.
All Shows start at 10:00 am and finish at 4 pm unless otherwise stated. Entrance fees are as shown against each Show.
Christmas events run 10:00am-3:30pm.
Faery Fair runs 12noon-7pm.
Coffee & Cars Club Meetings run 9am-1pm.
We expect the Miniature Railway to be running OPEN for Steam or Diesel Engine hauled train on the majority of our main What's On days. If you are planning a train ride then please see the Running dates. An additional charge is made for the ride. Operation of the railway is subject to the availability of suitably qualified volunteers and availability of rollingstock and track infrastructure. Children under one year old cannot be carried.
The 'Model Village' will be OPEN on the First Sunday in the month as well as dates shown below and on its web page found by clicking on the red text. The Miniature Railway is also planned to run on many of these Sundays.
"Marshall", the Lilleshall triple-expansion Steam Pumping Engine, will only RUN at Shows where shown below.
The Museum attractions rely on the availability of suitably trained / qualified Volunteers and may have to be cancelled at short notice if suitable volunteers are not available.
For all What's On days the Steam Pump Tea Room will be OPEN serving food and refreshments.
2022 Exhibitor Application forms are now available on-line via the Exhibitors and Contact Us drop down menus above, as on-line forms or in printable pdf format.
For 2022 Stallholder Bookings use the link below to download the form:
Some indoor facilities are available for hire to groups and individuals. In addition the Museum has a quiet, level and secluded three-acre field which can be hired out to appropriate groups and organisations for example, weddings and private functions. For details of availability contact the Museum Manager via the contact page.
We take every effort to ensure our calendar details are correct. However, these are subject to change without prior notice. To avoid any disappointment please check with the Museum that the key attractions are open and running as illustrated below.
Marshall Running on Steam Power
Marshall Running on Compressed Air
Museum of Power Oil / Diesel Engines / Compressed Air Engines
Museum of Power Miniature Railway
Museum of Power ‘Astaria’ Model Village
Museum of Power Steam Pump Tea Room
Essex Passes are not valid at any of our event days or Learning experiences. They are only valid on normal Museum open days.
Attending our Museum & events is a great way for children to gain hours towards their award goals.
Other small events take place at the Museum throughout the year - these will be added to this section periodically.
Free entry to the Model Village and Tea Room for food and refreshments on non paying event days
A charge is made for entry to the Museum
Miniature steam train will be running on these Sundays where possible - please confirm with Museum.
"Marshall" the Lilleshall pumping engine and other oil / diesel engines will NOT BE RUNNING unless indicated below or on main event days on the first Sunday of the month
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Easter Show with Classic Cars, Buses, Military Vehicles & all types of transport. Stalls, music and entertainment.
Internal model displays in the Museum & Kids rides & activities.
Adult £8.00, Concessions £7.00, Children (5 to 15) £5.00 Children and under 5 FREE
Miniature steam train OPEN for rides (extra charge applies) - to be confirmed by railway team. Please contact the Museum to confirm.
'Astaria' model village OPEN
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will be run by steam and other oil / diesel engines will be running
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Sunday 1st May 2022
Outdoor Antique & Vintage Market on Museum's events field.
The Museum does not take stall bookings for this event. To book stalls please contact Haddon Events on 07519 276507 or info@haddonevents.co.uk
Gates open 9:30am for visitors
Museum & Steam Pump Tea Room open from 9:30am
Adult £3.00, Children under 15 FREE
Miniature steam train OPEN for rides
'Astaria' model village OPEN
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will not be running and other oil / diesel engines will not be running
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Sunday 22nd May 2022
Come & browse a great variety of stalls to find your spare parts for your restoration project, or just general motor and bike maintenance. If you’re after a certain part, piece or tool for a motoring project this is the place for you. Expect to find classic car parts, bike parts, tools, clothing, memorabilia, vintage, plus anything to do with motorised transport or vehicle related items. This is the market for all motor and engineering enthusiasts.
The Museum does not take stall bookings for this event. To book stalls please contact Haddon Events on 07519 276507 or info@haddonevents.co.uk
Gates open 9:30am for visitors
Museum & Steam Pump Tea Room open from 9:30am for visitors
Adult £3.00, Children under 15 FREE
Miniature steam train CLOSED for rides
'Astaria' model village OPEN
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will not be running and other oil / diesel engines will not be running
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Sunday 12th June 2022
The Museum of Power Cordially Invites You to join us for a Splendid Day of Victorian Steampunk!
With Stalls, Live Music, Burlesque, Steampunk Market, Fancy Dress, Jousting
The Fine Art of ‘Tea Duelling’, Tea Pot Racing, Umbrella Fencing, Science show & Steampunk Magic, Astaria Model Village, Miniature Steam Train Rides & More...
Adult £8.00, Concessions £7.00, Children (5-15) £5.00, Children Under 5 FREE
Miniature steam train OPEN for rides (extra charge applies)
'Astaria' model village OPEN
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will be run and other oil / diesel engines will be running by STEAM
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Sunday 7th August 2022
Classic, vintage, custom, race & touring displays. Trials demonstrations, club stands, stalls, bar and live band.
Stalls and entertainment. Food festival with variety of food stalls
Adult £8.00, Concessions £7.00, Children (5 to 15) £5.00 Children under 5 FREE.
Miniature steam train OPEN for rides (extra charge applies) - to be confirmed by railway team. Please contact the Museum to confirm.
'Astaria' model village OPEN
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will be run by steam and other oil / diesel engines will be running
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Sunday 4th September 2022 (Drive thru Maldon High Street Saturday 3rd September 4PM)
American & Custom vehicles, stalls, music and entertainment
Adult £9.00, Concessions £8.00, Children (5-15) £5.00, Children Under 5 FREE
Miniature steam train OPEN for rides (extra charge applies) - to be confirmed by railway team. Please contact the Museum to confirm.
'Astaria' model village OPEN
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will be run by steam and other oil / diesel engines will be running
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Sunday 16th October
Antique & Vintage stalls on our events field.
The Museum does not take stall bookings for this event. To book stalls please contact Haddon Events on 07519 276507 or info@haddonevents.co.uk
Gates open 9.30am for visitors. Museum & Steam Pump Tea Room open 9:30am
Adults/Concessions £3.00, Children under 15 FREE
Miniature steam train CLOSED for rides
'Astaria' model village OPEN
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will not be running and other oil / diesel engines will not be running
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Sunday 6th November 2022 - 10:00am-3:00pm
Christmas Market for Gift Ideas, meet Santa*, Family Entertainment, and Steam Train Rides.
Ticket Details:
Bookable Santa Visits:
Child ticket: £12 (includes train ride, santa visit, presents & santa's snacks)
Adult ticket: £8 (includes train ride, santa visit & santa's snacks)
Standard non-prebookable fees for Tickets on the day (no Santa visit):
Adult ticket: £8
Concession ticket: £7
Child ticket for 5 to 15: £5
Under 5s: FREE
Standard Entries not prebookable - pay on the day
Miniature Railway OPEN for rides to be confirmed by Railway team. Please contact the Museum to confirm.
'Astaria' model village OPEN
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will be running on Compressed Air and other oil / diesel engines will be running
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Sunday 4th December 2022 - 10:00am to 3:00pm
Come and meet SANTA in his Grotto, enjoy a miniature steam train ride, meander through our indoor Christmas stalls and join in with our fun entertainment and children's rides.
Ticket Details:
Bookable Santa Visits:
Child ticket: £12 (includes train ride, santa visit, presents & santa's snacks)
Adult ticket: £8 (includes train ride, santa visit & santa's snacks)
Standard non-prebookable fees for Tickets on the day (no Santa visit):
Adult ticket: £8
Concession ticket: £7
Child ticket for 5 to 15: £5
Under 5s: FREE
Standard entries not pre bookable - pay on the day
Miniature Railway OPEN for rides (extra charge applies) - to be confirmed by railway team. Please contact the Museum to confirm.
'ASTARIA' model village and Steam Pump Tea Room OPEN
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will be run by air and other oil / diesel engines will be running
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Saturday 1st January 2022
Join us for our New Years Day Crank Up of the engines after the long winter nights of December. The first crank up of the year!
Wassail Celebrations cancelled due to Covid.
Astaria Model Village will be open!
Tea room will be open for food and drinks
Dogs on leads are welcome.
Adult £7.00, Concessions £6.00, Children (5-15) £3.00, Children Under 5 FREE
Miniature Railway will be running (weather permitting)
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will be running on compressed air with some other engines also running on air.
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Saturday 2nd April 2022
Quiz night & Fish and Chip supper to help reach our fundraising goal of £35,000 for the Museum's proposed National Heritage Lottery Funding Project
£10 per person - includes a choice of Fish, Sausage, Chicken or Veggie Burger & Chips
Max 6 players per table with a max of 14 tables
7pm for 7:30pm start
Bring your own drinks
To book please call 01621 843183 or emil enquiries@museumofpower.org.uk
Miniature Railway will NOT be running
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will NOT be running and other oil / diesel engines will NOT be running
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Friday 22nd April 2022
An evening of great fun and experience for all ages, combining good food with a dramatic crime scene and a clue solving game. You can enjoy this special evening with your friends, or family, without the headache of having to organise it yourself.
6:30pm-10:30pm
Three Course Dinner and Arrival Drinks - Period Dress Welcome
£42 per ticket
Bar Available
Miniature Railway will NOT be running
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will NOT be running and other oil / diesel engines will NOT be running
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Sunday 15th May 2022
Fun Day full of Childrens activities and entertainment plus Science Shows with Mad Professor Dean
Adult £7.00, Concessions £6.00, Children 15 and under FREE - Entrance includes 1 free train ride
The show will include: Kids crafts, toys, bouncy castles & rides, museum hunts, model exhibits, magician, children’s storytelling, party entertainment and more fun activities.
Charges will apply for some activities.
Miniature steam train OPEN for rides (extra charge applies) - to be confirmed by railway team. Please contact the Museum to confirm.
'Astaria' model village OPEN
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will be run by compressed air and other oil / diesel engines will be running
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Saturday 25th June 2022
Quiz night & Fish and Chip supper to help reach our fundraising goal of £35,000 for the Museum's proposed National Heritage Lottery Funding Project
£10 per person - includes a choice of Fish, Sausage, Chicken or Veggie Burger & Chips
Max 6 players per table with a max of 14 tables
7pm for 7:30pm start
Bring your own drinks
To book please call 01621 843183 or emil enquiries@museumofpower.org.uk
Miniature Railway will NOT be running
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will NOT be running and other oil / diesel engines will NOT be running
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Saturday 9th July 2022
Miniature steam train OPEN for rides (to be confirmed)
'Astaria' model village OPEN (to be confirmed)
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will be run by compressed air and other oil / diesel engines will be running (to be confirmed)
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Sunday 24th July 2022
Folk Music, Talks & Workshops, Agricultural Machinery, Nature & Ecology, Country Crafts, Games and fun for all
Dog show 12noon - categories are: Waggiest Tail, Best Trick, Golden Oldie (8 years plus), Precious Puppy (under 12 months) and Best Rescue (any age).
Adult £8.00, Concessions £7.00, Children (5-15) £5.00, Children Under 5 FREE
Miniature steam train OPEN for rides
'Astaria' model village OPEN
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will be run by compressed air and other oil / diesel engines will be running
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DOT Productions return to The Arches with their own adaptation of Rudyard Kipling’s ‘The Jungle Book’. Join Mowgli as Bagheera and Baloo help him on his journey through the jungle back to the man- village . Watch as they encounter the monkeys, run from Shere Khan the tiger and get hypnotised by Kaa the snake. A fun family show that takes you on a rollercoaster adventure! Brought to the stage by a cast of 5 actors, this production is sure to entertain the smallest to the eldest of your wolf pack.
Could a Cockney Flower girl really be transformed into a Fair Lady? DOT Productions return in their 12th year of touring with their own adaptation of a well-loved classic, George Bernard Shaw’s Pygmalion. Will professor of phonetics Henry Higgins transform Eliza Doolittle enough to convince upper-class society that she is one of them, or will Eliza never forget who she really is? Pygmalion explores the English class system with all of its petty attitudes and posturing. Full of wit & wisdom Shaw exposes the hollowness at the heart of that society, but it is not just about accents or class. It is about the battle of the sexes, of control! Brought to the stage by a cast of 5 actors and DOT’s unmistakeable entertaining style this is not to be missed.
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Saturday 10th/Sunday 11th September 2022
FREE ENTRY TO MUSEUM
Miniature steam train CLOSED for rides
'Astaria' model village OPEN open both days
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Friday 16th September 2022
An evening of great fun and experience for all ages, combining good food with a dramatic crime scene and a clue solving game. You can enjoy this special evening with your friends, or family, without the headache of having to organise it yourself.
Three Course Dinner and Arrival Drinks - Period Dress Welcome
6:30pm-10:30pm
£42 per ticket
Bar Available
Miniature Railway will NOT be running
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will NOT be running and other oil / diesel engines will NOT be running
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Saturday 24th September 2022 from 12noon-6pm
Second Faery Fair at the Museum & Astaria Model Village with fairy themed stalls, crafts and competitions, storytelling, wand making workshops, a mystical labyrinth, hoola hoop sessions and crowing our chosen Prince, Princess, King and Queen. The day finishes with a procession leading to our Model Village with over 400 candlelit lanterns illuminating the village and its Fairies and Elves.
Adult £8.00, Concessions £7.00, Children (5-15) £5.00, Children Under 5 FREE
Miniature steam train will be running between 12noon & 6pm to be confirmed by railway team. Please contact the Museum to confirm.
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will be running on compressed air and other compressed air engines/belt workshop will be running
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Fridays 7th, 14th and 21st October 2022 - 6pm-8pm
Magical evenings in our Model Village for children and adults alike with over 400 candlelit lanterns with Fairies and Elves.
FREE ENTRY to Model Village and Museum. Tea Room OPEN for Food & Refreshments
Miniature steam train CLOSED for rides
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will not be running and other oil / diesel engines will not be running
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Saturdays & Sundays 19th, 20th & 26th, 27th November 2022
MAKE YOUR OWN HAND-CRAFTED CHRISTMAS WREATH
(EVERYTHING IS PROVIDED)
Seasonal refreshments included. Only £30 per person.
Please bring the remaining £20 on the day. A child is welcome to participate in the crafting session free with a paying adult. Facilitated by Essex artist Paula MacGregor.
Miniature Railway will NOT be running
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will NOT be running and other oil / diesel engines will NOT be running
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Bug Hunt – join Essex Wildlife to find the bugs and creepy crawlies in our grounds
Arts and Crafts – have fun painting, hiding and finding rocks around the Museum grounds, make bunny bunting for easter decorations and make a spring decorated head band
Astaria Model Village open on Thursday 17th February ONLY
Note that the Museum is closed to the public on Mondays and Tuesdays
Normal Museum entry prices apply:
Adults £7.00, Concessions £6.00, Children (5 to 15) £3.50 and Children under 5 £1
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Sunday 20th March 2022
Wild & Wacky Demonstrations with ‘Mad Professor Jones’, Science of Blacksmithing, Star with our Stormtroopers, Miniature Railway, Model Village & lots more …. Tea Room Open
Adult £7.00, Concessions £6, Children (5-15) £5.00, Children under 5 FREE
Miniature steam train OPEN for rides (extra charge applies) - to be confirmed by railway team. Please contact the Museum to confirm.
'Astaria' model village OPEN
'Marshall' the Lilleshall pumping engine will be run by compressed air and other oil / diesel engines will be running
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Wednesday 6th to Friday 15th April 2022
Bring the kids down to the Museum for our fun Easter Holiday egg hunt and painting activity
Lets Get Crafty Bookable Activities Click Here
This is a popular activity with children and adults alike. Click the picture for more info
Note that the Museum is closed to the public on Mondays and Tuesdays
Astaria Model Village Open Thursdays 7th & 14th April
Normal Museum entry prices apply:
Adults £7.00, Concessions £6.00, Children (5-15) £3.50 and Children under 5 £1
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Wednesday 1st to Sunday 5th June 2022
Bring your youngsters along to the Museum during the Half Term Holidays and join in the fun of our activities (to be confirmed)
Astaria Model Village open on Thursday 2nd June ONLY
Note that the Museum is closed to the public on Mondays and Tuesdays
Normal Museum entry prices apply: (Free entry for those booked onto workshops)
Adults £7.00, Concessions £6.00, Children (5 to 15) £3.50 and Children under 5 £1
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Wednesday 26th to Sunday 30th October 2022
Bug Hunt – join Essex Wildlife to find the bugs and creepy crawlies in our grounds
Autumn Arts and Crafts – have fun painting, hiding and finding rocks around the Museum grounds.
Exciting engineering – can you build the strongest bridge or tallest newspaper tower? A prize will be given to the bridge that is strongest and the tower that reaches the highest heights
Miniature Railway & Astaria Model Village open on Thursday 27th October ONLY
Other activities will run from Wednesday 26th to Sunday 30th October
Note that the Museum is closed to the public on Mondays and Tuesdays
Normal Museum entry prices apply:
Adults £7.00, Concessions £6.00, Children (5 to 15) £3.50 and Children under 5 £1
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