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Christmas Fun with Santa
2025-12-06 15:30 - 16:00 (Europe/London) | Museum of Power Langford, Hatfield Road, Langford,, Maldon, Essex, CM9 6QA, United Kingdom
Saturday 6th, December
9.30am – 4.00pm
This available time slot:3.30pm – 4.00pm
Christmas Fun with SantaIncludes train ride to Santa’s Grotto, Santa Snacks and Christmas Present.
Start your Christmas fun journey at the railway station at the beginning of your time slot.Aboard the train and go to see Santa at his grotto, receive your gifts and take photos.Exit through Our magical the Astaria Model Village with over 500 Candles illuminating the enchanting fairy houses and village life. Then enter the Museum to receive your Santa’s snacks.
Tickets:SANTA VISITSCHILD £15 (max 10 children per 30min slot)*ADULT £9
SANTA TICKETS MUST BE PRE-BOOKEDTrain ride and Museum are admission included in the price.

If you wish to bring extended family but not have everyone go to see Santa you can simply pay the standard admission ticket price of £8, or £9 including Railway. Additional railway tickets for round trip rides will be available from the station ticket office.

Astaria OPEN

Minature Railway OPEN for the ‘Christmas Fun with Santa’ experience only

Oil and Diesel Engines will be running

Tea Room Open

Crafty Cabin Closed

Christmas Fun with Santa
2025-12-06 15:00 - 15:30
Saturday 6th, December
9.30am – 4.00pm
This available time slot:3.00pm – 3.30pm
Christmas Fun with SantaIncludes train ride to Santa’s Grotto, Santa Snacks and Christmas Present.
Start your Christmas fun journey at the railway station at the beginning of your time slot.Aboard the train and go to see Santa at his grotto, receive your gifts and take photos.Exit through Our magical the Astaria Model Village with over 500 Candles illuminating the enchanting fairy houses and village life. Then enter the Museum to receive your Santa’s snacks.
Tickets:SANTA VISITSCHILD £15 (max 10 children per 30min slot)*ADULT £9
SANTA TICKETS MUST BE PRE-BOOKEDTrain ride and Museum are admission included in the price.

If you wish to bring extended family but not have everyone go to see Santa you can simply pay the standard admission ticket price of £8, or £9 including Railway. Additional railway tickets for round trip rides will be available from the station ticket office.

Astaria OPEN

Minature Railway OPEN for the ‘Christmas Fun with Santa’ experience only

Oil and Diesel Engines will be running

Tea Room Open

Crafty Cabin Closed

Christmas Fun with Santa
2025-12-06 14:30 - 15:00
Saturday 6th, December
9.30am – 4.00pm
This available time slot:2.30pm – 3.00pm
Christmas Fun with SantaIncludes train ride to Santa’s Grotto, Santa Snacks and Christmas Present.
Start your Christmas fun journey at the railway station at the beginning of your time slot.Aboard the train and go to see Santa at his grotto, receive your gifts and take photos.Exit through Our magical the Astaria Model Village with over 500 Candles illuminating the enchanting fairy houses and village life. Then enter the Museum to receive your Santa’s snacks.
Tickets:SANTA VISITSCHILD £15 (max 10 children per 30min slot)*ADULT £9
SANTA TICKETS MUST BE PRE-BOOKEDTrain ride and Museum are admission included in the price.

If you wish to bring extended family but not have everyone go to see Santa you can simply pay the standard admission ticket price of £8, or £9 including Railway. Additional railway tickets for round trip rides will be available from the station ticket office.

Astaria OPEN

Minature Railway OPEN for the ‘Christmas Fun with Santa’ experience only

Oil and Diesel Engines will be running

Tea Room Open

Crafty Cabin Closed

Christmas Fun with Santa
2025-12-06 14:00 - 14:30
Saturday 6th, December
9.30am – 4.00pm
This available time slot:2.00pm – 2.30pm
Christmas Fun with SantaIncludes train ride to Santa’s Grotto, Santa Snacks and Christmas Present.
Start your Christmas fun journey at the railway station at the beginning of your time slot.Aboard the train and go to see Santa at his grotto, receive your gifts and take photos.Exit through Our magical the Astaria Model Village with over 500 Candles illuminating the enchanting fairy houses and village life. Then enter the Museum to receive your Santa’s snacks.
Tickets:SANTA VISITSCHILD £15 (max 10 children per 30min slot)*ADULT £9
SANTA TICKETS MUST BE PRE-BOOKEDTrain ride and Museum are admission included in the price.

If you wish to bring extended family but not have everyone go to see Santa you can simply pay the standard admission ticket price of £8, or £9 including Railway. Additional railway tickets for round trip rides will be available from the station ticket office.

Astaria OPEN

Minature Railway OPEN for the ‘Christmas Fun with Santa’ experience only

Oil and Diesel Engines will be running

Tea Room Open

Crafty Cabin Closed

Christmas Fun with Santa
2025-12-06 13:30 - 14:00
Saturday 6th, December
9.30am – 4.00pm
This available time slot:1.30pm – 2.00pm
Christmas Fun with SantaIncludes train ride to Santa’s Grotto, Santa Snacks and Christmas Present.
Start your Christmas fun journey at the railway station at the beginning of your time slot.Aboard the train and go to see Santa at his grotto, receive your gifts and take photos.Exit through Our magical the Astaria Model Village with over 500 Candles illuminating the enchanting fairy houses and village life. Then enter the Museum to receive your Santa’s snacks.
Tickets:SANTA VISITSCHILD £15 (max 10 children per 30min slot)*ADULT £9
SANTA TICKETS MUST BE PRE-BOOKEDTrain ride and Museum are admission included in the price.

If you wish to bring extended family but not have everyone go to see Santa you can simply pay the standard admission ticket price of £8, or £9 including Railway. Additional railway tickets for round trip rides will be available from the station ticket office.

Astaria OPEN

Minature Railway OPEN for the ‘Christmas Fun with Santa’ experience only

Oil and Diesel Engines will be running

Tea Room Open

Crafty Cabin Closed

Christmas Fun with Santa
2025-12-06 13:00 - 13:30
Saturday 6th, December
9.30am – 4.00pm
This available time slot:1.00pm – 1.30pm
Christmas Fun with SantaIncludes train ride to Santa’s Grotto, Santa Snacks and Christmas Present.
Start your Christmas fun journey at the railway station at the beginning of your time slot.Aboard the train and go to see Santa at his grotto, receive your gifts and take photos.Exit through Our magical the Astaria Model Village with over 500 Candles illuminating the enchanting fairy houses and village life. Then enter the Museum to receive your Santa’s snacks.
Tickets:SANTA VISITSCHILD £15 (max 10 children per 30min slot)*ADULT £9
SANTA TICKETS MUST BE PRE-BOOKEDTrain ride and Museum are admission included in the price.

If you wish to bring extended family but not have everyone go to see Santa you can simply pay the standard admission ticket price of £8, or £9 including Railway. Additional railway tickets for round trip rides will be available from the station ticket office.

Astaria OPEN

Minature Railway OPEN for the ‘Christmas Fun with Santa’ experience only

Oil and Diesel Engines will be running

Tea Room Open

Crafty Cabin Closed

Christmas Fun with Santa
2025-12-06 12:30 - 13:00
Saturday 6th, December
9.30am – 4.00pm
This available time slot:12.30pm – 1.00pm
Christmas Fun with SantaIncludes train ride to Santa’s Grotto, Santa Snacks and Christmas Present.
Start your Christmas fun journey at the railway station at the beginning of your time slot.Aboard the train and go to see Santa at his grotto, receive your gifts and take photos.Exit through Our magical the Astaria Model Village with over 500 Candles illuminating the enchanting fairy houses and village life. Then enter the Museum to receive your Santa’s snacks.
Tickets:SANTA VISITSCHILD £15 (max 10 children per 30min slot)*ADULT £9
SANTA TICKETS MUST BE PRE-BOOKEDTrain ride and Museum are admission included in the price.

If you wish to bring extended family but not have everyone go to see Santa you can simply pay the standard admission ticket price of £8, or £9 including Railway. Additional railway tickets for round trip rides will be available from the station ticket office.

Astaria OPEN

Minature Railway OPEN for the ‘Christmas Fun with Santa’ experience only

Oil and Diesel Engines will be running

Tea Room Open

Crafty Cabin Closed

Christmas Fun with Santa
2025-12-06 11:30 - 12:00
Saturday 6th, December
9.30am – 4.00pm
This available time slot:11.30am – 12.00pm
Christmas Fun with SantaIncludes train ride to Santa’s Grotto, Santa Snacks and Christmas Present.
Start your Christmas fun journey at the railway station at the beginning of your time slot.Aboard the train and go to see Santa at his grotto, receive your gifts and take photos.Exit through Our magical the Astaria Model Village with over 500 Candles illuminating the enchanting fairy houses and village life. Then enter the Museum to receive your Santa’s snacks.
Tickets:SANTA VISITSCHILD £15 (max 10 children per 30min slot)*ADULT £9
SANTA TICKETS MUST BE PRE-BOOKEDTrain ride and Museum are admission included in the price.

If you wish to bring extended family but not have everyone go to see Santa you can simply pay the standard admission ticket price of £8, or £9 including Railway. Additional railway tickets for round trip rides will be available from the station ticket office.

Astaria OPEN

Minature Railway OPEN for the ‘Christmas Fun with Santa’ experience only

Oil and Diesel Engines will be running

Tea Room Open

Crafty Cabin Closed

Christmas Fun with Santa
2025-12-06 11:00 - 11:30
Saturday 6th, December
9.30am – 4.00pm
This available time slot:11.00am – 11.30am
Christmas Fun with SantaIncludes train ride to Santa’s Grotto, Santa Snacks and Christmas Present.
Start your Christmas fun journey at the railway station at the beginning of your time slot.Aboard the train and go to see Santa at his grotto, receive your gifts and take photos.Exit through Our magical the Astaria Model Village with over 500 Candles illuminating the enchanting fairy houses and village life. Then enter the Museum to receive your Santa’s snacks.
Tickets:SANTA VISITSCHILD £15 (max 10 children per 30min slot)*ADULT £9
SANTA TICKETS MUST BE PRE-BOOKEDTrain ride and Museum are admission included in the price.

If you wish to bring extended family but not have everyone go to see Santa you can simply pay the standard admission ticket price of £8, or £9 including Railway. Additional railway tickets for round trip rides will be available from the station ticket office.

Astaria OPEN

Minature Railway OPEN for the ‘Christmas Fun with Santa’ experience only

Oil and Diesel Engines will be running

Tea Room Open

Crafty Cabin Closed

Christmas Fun with Santa
2025-12-06 10:30 - 11:00
Saturday 6th, December
9.30am – 4.00pm
This available time slot:10.30am – 11.00am
Christmas Fun with SantaIncludes train ride to Santa’s Grotto, Santa Snacks and Christmas Present.
Start your Christmas fun journey at the railway station at the beginning of your time slot.Aboard the train and go to see Santa at his grotto, receive your gifts and take photos.Exit through Our magical the Astaria Model Village with over 500 Candles illuminating the enchanting fairy houses and village life. Then enter the Museum to receive your Santa’s snacks.
Tickets:SANTA VISITSCHILD £15 (max 10 children per 30min slot)ADULT £9
SANTA TICKETS MUST BE PRE-BOOKEDTrain ride and Museum are admission included in the price.

If you wish to bring extended family but not have everyone go to see Santa you can simply pay the standard admission ticket price of £8, or £9 including Railway. Additional railway tickets for round trip rides will be available from the station ticket office.

Astaria OPEN

Minature Railway OPEN for the ‘Christmas Fun with Santa’ experience only

Oil and Diesel Engines will be running

Tea Room Open

Crafty Cabin Closed

Christmas Fun with Santa
2025-12-06 10:00 - 10:30
Saturday 6th, December
9.30am – 4.00pm
This available time slot:10.00am – 10.30am
Christmas Fun with SantaIncludes train ride to Santa’s Grotto, Santa Snacks and Christmas Present.
Start your Christmas fun journey at the railway station at the beginning of your time slot.Aboard the train and go to see Santa at his grotto, receive your gifts and take photos.Exit through Our magical the Astaria Model Village with over 500 Candles illuminating the enchanting fairy houses and village life. Then enter the Museum to receive your Santa’s snacks.
Tickets:SANTA VISITSCHILD £15 (max 10 children per 30min slot)*ADULT £9
SANTA TICKETS MUST BE PRE-BOOKED*Train ride and Museum are admission included in the price.

If you wish to bring extended family but not have everyone go to see Santa you can simply pay the standard admission ticket price of £8, or £9 including Railway. Additional railway tickets for round trip rides will be available from the station ticket office.

Astaria OPEN

Minature Railway OPEN for the ‘Christmas Fun with Santa’ experience only

Oil and Diesel Engines will be running

Tea Room Open

Crafty Cabin Closed

Christmas Fun with Santa
2025-12-06 09:30 - 10:00
Saturday 6th, December
9.30am – 4.00pm
This available time slot:9.30am – 10.00am
Christmas Fun with SantaIncludes train ride to Santa’s Grotto, Santa Snacks and Christmas Present.
Start your Christmas fun journey at the railway station at the beginning of your time slot.Aboard the train and go to see Santa at his grotto, receive your gifts and take photos.Exit through Our magical the Astaria Model Village with over 500 Candles illuminating the enchanting fairy houses and village life. Then enter the Museum to receive your Santa’s snacks.
Tickets:SANTA VISITSCHILD £15 (max 10 children per 30min slot)*ADULT £9
SANTA TICKETS MUST BE PRE-BOOKED*Train ride and Museum are admission included in the price.

If you wish to bring extended family but not have everyone go to see Santa you can simply pay the standard admission ticket price of £8, or £9 including Railway. Additional railway tickets for round trip rides will be available from the station ticket office.

Astaria OPEN

Minature Railway OPEN for the ‘Christmas Fun with Santa’Additional tickets can be purchased from the station ticket office for round trip railway rides.

Oil and Diesel Engines will be running

Tea Room Open

Crafty Cabin Closed

Wreath Making Workshop
2025-11-30 13:00 - 15:00
Wreath Making Workshop using natural decorations
Sunday 30th November
1.00pm – 3.00pm
PRICE £35 – £10 pre payment, please bring the remaining payment in cash on the day.

Astaria OPEN on Thursdays Only

Minature Railway OPEN Thursdays only.The train rides are subject to a small charge of £2 per adult and £1 per child.

‘Marshall’ the Lilleshall pumping engine will be run by compressed air

Oil and Diesel Engines will not be running

Tea Room Open Wednesday to Sunday 9.30am till 3pm.

Crafty Cabin Open (extra cost applies)

Select your ticket quantity – Select ‘Get Tickets’

Wreath Making Workshop
2025-11-30 10:00 - 12:00
Wreath Making Workshop using natural decorations
Sunday 30th November
10.00am – 12.00pm
Price £40.00 – £10 pre payment, please bring the remaining payment in cash on the day.

Astaria OPEN on Thursdays Only

Minature Railway OPEN Thursdays only.The train rides are subject to a small charge of £2 per adult and £1 per child.

‘Marshall’ the Lilleshall pumping engine will be run by compressed air

Oil and Diesel Engines will not be running

Tea Room Open Wednesday to Sunday 9.30am till 3pm.

Crafty Cabin Open (extra cost applies)

Select your ticket quantity – Select ‘Get Tickets’

Wreath Making Workshop
2025-11-29 13:00 - 15:00
Wreath Making Workshop using natural decorations
Saturday 29th November
1.00pm – 3.00pm
PRICE £35 – £10 pre payment, please bring the remaining payment in cash on the day.

Astaria OPEN on Thursdays Only

Minature Railway OPEN Thursdays only.The train rides are subject to a small charge of £2 per adult and £1 per child.

‘Marshall’ the Lilleshall pumping engine will be run by compressed air

Oil and Diesel Engines will not be running

Tea Room Open Wednesday to Sunday 9.30am till 3pm.

Crafty Cabin Open (extra cost applies)

Select your ticket quantity – Select ‘Get Tickets’

Wreath Making Workshop
2025-11-29 10:00 - 12:00
Wreath Making Workshop using natural decorations
Saturday 29th November
10.00am – 12.00pm
Price £40.00 – £10 pre payment, please bring the remaining payment in cash on the day.

Astaria OPEN on Thursdays Only

Minature Railway OPEN Thursdays only.The train rides are subject to a small charge of £2 per adult and £1 per child.

‘Marshall’ the Lilleshall pumping engine will be run by compressed air

Oil and Diesel Engines will not be running

Tea Room Open Wednesday to Sunday 9.30am till 3pm.

Crafty Cabin Open (extra cost applies)

Select your ticket quantity – Select ‘Get Tickets’

Wreath Making Workshop
2025-11-23 13:00 - 15:00
Wreath Making Workshop using baubles & mixed decorations
Sunday 23rd November
1.00pm – 3.00pm
Price £40.00 – £10 pre payment, please bring the remaining payment in cash on the day.

Astaria OPEN on Thursdays Only

Minature Railway OPEN Thursdays only.The train rides are subject to a small charge of £2 per adult and £1 per child.

‘Marshall’ the Lilleshall pumping engine will be run by compressed air

Oil and Diesel Engines will not be running

Tea Room Open Wednesday to Sunday 9.30am till 3pm.

Crafty Cabin Open (extra cost applies)

Select your ticket quantity – Select ‘Get Tickets’

Wreath Making Workshop
2025-11-23 10:00 - 12:00
Wreath Making Workshop using a mixture of materials
Sunday 23rd November
10.00am – 12.00pm
PRICE £35 – £10 pre payment, please bring the remaining payment in cash on the day.

Astaria OPEN on Thursdays Only

Minature Railway OPEN Thursdays only.The train rides are subject to a small charge of £2 per adult and £1 per child.

‘Marshall’ the Lilleshall pumping engine will be run by compressed air

Oil and Diesel Engines will not be running

Tea Room Open Wednesday to Sunday 9.30am till 3pm.

Crafty Cabin Open (extra cost applies)

Select your ticket quantity – Select ‘Get Tickets’

Wreath Making Workshop
2025-11-22 13:00 - 15:00
Wreath Making Workshop using a mixture of materials
Saturday 22nd November
1.00pm – 3.00pm
PRICE £35 – £10 pre payment, please bring the remaining payment in cash on the day.

Astaria OPEN on Thursdays Only

Minature Railway OPEN Thursdays only.The train rides are subject to a small charge of £2 per adult and £1 per child.

‘Marshall’ the Lilleshall pumping engine will be run by compressed air

Oil and Diesel Engines will not be running

Tea Room Open Wednesday to Sunday 9.30am till 3pm.

Crafty Cabin Open (extra cost applies)

Select your ticket quantity – Select ‘Get Tickets’

Wreath Making Workshop
2025-11-22 10:00 - 12:00
Wreath Making Workshop using a mixture of materials
Saturday 22nd November
10.00am – 12.00pm
PRICE £35 – £10 pre payment, please bring the remaining payment in cash on the day.

Astaria OPEN on Thursdays Only

Minature Railway OPEN Thursdays only.The train rides are subject to a small charge of £2 per adult and £1 per child.

‘Marshall’ the Lilleshall pumping engine will be run by compressed air

Oil and Diesel Engines will not be running

Tea Room Open Wednesday to Sunday 9.30am till 3pm.

Crafty Cabin Open (extra cost applies)

Select your ticket quantity – Select ‘Get Tickets’

Power Up Sunday
2025-11-02 10:00 - 15:30
Sunday, 2nd November 2025
10.00am – 3.30pm
The first Sunday of the month where our Langford & Beeleigh Miniature Railway runs, Astaria Model Village is open and the Steam Pump Tea Room are open.

Adults: £8.00
Concessions: £7.00
Family: (2 Adults & Up to 3 Children) £23.50
Children: (5-15) £5.00
Children Under: £1.00

Purchase your tickets below or pay on the day…

Astaria OPEN

Minature Railway OPEN The train rides are subject to a small charge of £2 per adult and £1 per child. – Closes at 3.00pm

‘Marshall’ the Lilleshall pumping engine will be run on compressed air

Oil and Diesel Engines will be running

Tea Room Open

Crafty Cabin Open (extra cost for workshops)

Select your ticket quantity – Select ‘Get Tickets’

*PLEASE NOTE:'Child Tickets' will only be accepted in conjunction with Adults/Concessions tickets at all listed events.Children must be accompanied by an Adult.

Astaria Model Village Candlelight Illuminations
2025-10-31 18:00 - 20:00
Friday 31st October
6.00pm – 8.00pm
FREE EVENT
Our magical Model Village becomes even more wonderful at night with over 500 Candles illuminating the enchanting fairy houses and village life …. and there is no telling what you’ll see in the shadows. Special fun activities with the fairies will also be undertaken regularly during the evening. Due to popular demand we are now offering 4 nights.
The Miniature Railway will be running a night train (charge of £2 per adult and £1 per child) and the Steam Pump Tea Room open for food and refreshments.
As well as free entry to the Model Village, there is free entry to the Museum and free car parking.
We look forward to meeting you for a magical time in the dark.

Astaria OPEN

Minature Railway OPEN The train rides are subject to a small charge of £2 per adult and £1 per child. Runs 6pm-8pm

Oil and Diesel Engines will be running

Tea Room Open

Crafty Cabin Closed

Half Term Spooky Goings On At The Museum
2025-10-31 09:30 - 15:00
Friday 31st October
9.30pm – 3.00pm
Arts, Crafts and other Spooky Activities
The Miniature Railway will be running a night train (charge of £2 per adult and £1 per child) and the Steam Pump Tea Room open for food and refreshments.
As well as free entry to the Model Village, there is free entry to the Museum and free car parking.
We look forward to meeting you.

Astaria OPEN

Minature Railway OPEN The train rides are subject to a small charge of £2 per adult and £1 per child. Runs 6pm-8pm

Oil and Diesel Engines will be running on air

Tea Room Open

Crafty Cabin Closed

Astaria Model Village Candlelight Illuminations
2025-10-17 18:00 - 20:00
Friday 17th, October
6.00pm – 8.00pm
FREE EVENT
Our magical Model Village becomes even more wonderful at night with over 500 Candles illuminating the enchanting fairy houses and village life …. and there is no telling what you’ll see in the shadows. Special fun activities with the fairies will also be undertaken regularly during the evening. Due to popular demand we are now offering 4 nights.
The Miniature Railway will be running a night train (charge of £2 per adult and £1 per child) and the Steam Pump Tea Room open for food and refreshments.
As well as free entry to the Model Village, there is free entry to the Museum and free car parking.
We look forward to meeting you for a magical time in the dark.

Astaria OPEN

Minature Railway OPEN The train rides are subject to a small charge of £2 per adult and £1 per child. Runs 6pm-8pm

Oil and Diesel Engines will be running

Tea Room Open

Crafty Cabin Closed

Vintage & Antique Outdoor Market - by Haddon Events
2025-10-12 09:00 - 16:00
Sunday, 12th October 2025
9.00am – 4.00pm

(Trade entry 8am.)
Spring Outdoor Vintage and Antique Market.
The event will take place in the whole of the museum’s large grounds.
Expect to find stalls selling antique and vintage items including, jewellery, silver, coins, vintage fashion, handbags, furniture, sculpture, garden ornaments, household effects, curios, art, collectables, ceramics and much more…
There will be a vintage style café and food stands.
Parking is free.
Dogs welcome on a short lead.
Entry £3, children free.
Pay on the day only
We look forward to seeing you.

Astaria OPEN

Minature Railway OPEN The train rides are subject to a small charge of £2 per adult and £1 per child.

‘Marshall’ the Lilleshall pumping engine will be run on air

Oil and Diesel Engines will be running

Tea Room Open

Crafty Cabin Open offering crafts to the youngsters.

*PLEASE NOTE:'Child Tickets' will only be accepted in conjunction with Adults/Concessions tickets at all listed events.Children must be accompanied by an Adult.

Astaria Model Village Candlelight Illuminations
2025-10-10 18:00 - 20:00
Friday 10th, October
6.00pm – 8.00pm
FREE EVENT
Our magical Model Village becomes even more wonderful at night with over 500 Candles illuminating the enchanting fairy houses and village life …. and there is no telling what you’ll see in the shadows. Special fun activities with the fairies will also be undertaken regularly during the evening. Due to popular demand we are now offering 4 nights.
The Miniature Railway will be running a night train (charge of £2 per adult and £1 per child) and the Steam Pump Tea Room open for food and refreshments.
As well as free entry to the Model Village, there is free entry to the Museum and free car parking.
We look forward to meeting you for a magical time in the dark.

Astaria OPEN

Minature Railway OPEN The train rides are subject to a small charge of £2 per adult and £1 per child. Runs 6pm-8pm

Oil and Diesel Engines will be running

Tea Room Open

Crafty Cabin Closed

Model Show
2025-10-05 10:00 - 15:00
Sunday, 5th October 2025
10.00am – 3.00pm
An array of different kinds of models…from railway lay outs and miniature trains to model boats, traction engines and other miniature exhibits.
The day starts at 10am, with exhibits inside the Museum and in the courtyard.
Our miniature trains will be running £1 per child and £2 per adult. Astaria Model Village will also be open.The Steam Pump Tea Room will also be open, along with other food vendors for the day serving delicious food.
Admission prices areAdults £9Concessions £8Child 5 – 15 £5Under 5s FREEFamily ticket (2 adults & up to 3 children) £28
Order your tickets below or pay on the day
We look forward to seeing you.

Astaria OPEN

Minature Railway OPEN The train rides are subject to a small charge of £2 per adult and £1 per child.

‘Marshall’ the Lilleshall pumping engine will be run on steam

Oil and Diesel Engines will not be running

Tea Room Open

Crafty Cabin Open and will be in the Pavilion offering workshops.

Select your ticket quantity – Select ‘Get Tickets’

Astaria Model Village Candlelight Illuminations
2025-10-03 18:00 - 20:00
Friday 3rd, October
6.00pm – 8.00pm
FREE EVENT
Our magical Model Village becomes even more wonderful at night with over 500 Candles illuminating the enchanting fairy houses and village life …. and there is no telling what you’ll see in the shadows. Special fun activities with the fairies will also happen regularly during the evening. Due to popular demand we are now offering 4 nights.
The Miniature Railway will be running a night train (charge of £2 per adult and £1 per child) and the Steam Pump Tea Room open for food and refreshments.
As well as free entry to the Model Village, there is free entry to the Museum and free car parking.
We look forward to meeting you for a magical time in the dark.

Astaria OPEN

Minature Railway OPEN The train rides are subject to a small charge of £2 per adult and £1 per child. Runs 6pm-8pm

Oil and Diesel Engines will be running

Tea Room Open

Crafty Cabin Closed

Steampunk Essextraordinaire
2025-09-21 10:00 - 16:00
Sunday 21st September 2025

10.00am – 4.00pm
Steampunk Essextraordinaire ‘X’
Come and celebrate the 10th year of Essextraordinary Steampunk Magnificence at the Museum and wonder what the future may have been as the Victorians imagined it. The day will be made splendid with a multitude of fun activities, Steampunk market, the brilliant Professor Elemental illuminating the day’s proceedings, costume competition through imagination of travelling back in time through the decades. Miniature train rides will be available, come and find Sally Steampunk in our Astaria Model Village or enjoy a nice cup of tea and food in the Steam Pump Tea Room.
Admission prices:Adult £9 | Concession £8 | Child 5 to 15 £5 | Under 5s FREE
Order your tickets below or pay on the day
Online ticket sales close at 4pm on 20th September. After this time tickets will only be available at the event entrance to be paid for on the day.
We look forward to sharing a Splendiferous Steampunk day with you.

Astaria OPEN

Minature Railway OPEN 10am-4pm.The train rides are subject to a small charge of £2 per adult and £1 per child.

‘Marshall’ the Lilleshall pumping engine will be run on STEAM

Oil and Diesel Engines will be running

Tea Room Open

Crafty Cabin Closed

Select your ticket quantity – Select ‘Get Tickets’

Heritage Weekend
2025-09-14 09:30 - 16:00
Sunday 14th September 2025
9.30am – 4.00pm
The Museum will be open free of charge over the weekend for the Heritage Open Days, where some Museums and other places of local interest are open to the public free of charge (please look for the logo).
The theme for this year is Architecture and we will be looking a variety of architecture around the area of the Museum from our beehives to the bridges that cross the river Blackwater.
We will also be exhibiting pictures of the Museum in its early stages of being built in the early 1920’s, to the new build of our extension in 2024, nearly 100 years after the building of the Museum was completed.
The Museum will be open at 9.30am and last entry to visitors is 3pm.
The Steam Pump Tea Room will serve hot food until 2pm.
Astaria Model Village will be open and the miniature train will be running on Sunday 14th ONLY. (Adults £2, Child £1).
As with all venues taking part in the Heritage Open Days, admission into the Museum is FREE.
We will also have some architectural based crafts for children and young at heart to enjoy.We look forward to seeing you.
We look forward to seeing you.

Astaria OPEN

Minature Railway OPEN The train rides are subject to a small charge of £2 per adult and £1 per child.

‘Marshall’ the Lilleshall pumping engine will be run on steam

Oil and Diesel Engines will not be running

Tea Room Open

Crafty Cabin Open and will be in the Pavilion offering workshops.

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