Summer Holiday Fun – Oceans, Rivers and Seas
2026-08-27 09:30 - 16:00 (Europe/London) | Museum of Power Langford, Hatfield Road, Langford,, Maldon, Essex, CM9 6QA, United Kingdom
Thursday, 6th August & 27th August 2026 – All That Floats
9.30am – 4.00pm
Thursday Fun in the Summer Holidays – Oceans, Rivers and Seas
Come and have great fun each Thursday during the Summer Holidays exploring all about the power of waterin oceans, rivers and seas through fun activities, arts and crafts, hunts and much more ….

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

Pre ticket sales end 9am 27th August. You can still pay on arrival on the day.
Looking forward to sharing magical marine adventures with you.

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)

This ticket: Thursday 27th August 2026

*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.

American Car Show - 6th September
2026-09-06 10:00 - 16:00
Sunday 6th September
10.00am – 4.00pm
American Car Show
Come and join us and see our huge array of American cars and other American vehicles on the events field, together with a Record Fair and miniature steam engines in the Museum.
We will also have exciting arts/crafts and activities for the children and amazing food vendors and stall holders.
We have live music from the House Cats, with DJ & Compere Lou Blackwell plus Jive Dancers and more fun entertainment.
The annual drive through Maldon Town will be held the day before, Saturday 5th September, leaving the Museum around 3pm.
If you would like to exhibit your car, (entry into the event is by pass only), please enquire at: enquiries@museumofpower.org.uk

Adults: £10.00
Concessions: £9.00
Family: (2 Adults & Up to 3 Children) £30.00
Children: (5-15) £5.00
Children Under 5 Free

Purchase your tickets below or pay on the day.

Astaria OPEN

Minature Railway OPEN closing 3.00 pmThe 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 and other oil / diesel engines will be running.

Tea Room Open

Crafty Cabin Open Extra charge applies.

Select your ticket quantity – Select ‘Get Tickets’

Heritage Weekend - 12th September
2026-09-12 10:00 - 16:00
12th & 13th September
10.00am – 4.00pm
Heritage Weekend
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 ‘ Everyday Histories of Working Lives’ and we will be reflecting through pictures and stories of how power has impacted working lives through the ages. We will also have some interactive activities and crafts for children and young at heart to enjoy.
We will also proudly be one of the venues hosting the Maldon Art Trail, with new pieces of art being held within our Reception area and main galleries.
The Museum will be open at 9.30am and last entry to visitors is 3pm.
As with all venues taking part in the Heritage Open Days, admission into the Museum is FREE.
FREE ENTRY to this event.

Astaria OPEN

Minature Railway OPEN closing 3.00 pmThe 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 and other oil / diesel engines will be running.

Tea Room Open

Crafty Cabin Open.Extra charge applies.

Heritage Weekend – 13th September
2026-09-13 10:00 - 16:00

Steampunk Essexxtraordinaire XI - Sunday 20th September
2026-09-20 10:00 - 16:00
Sunday 20th September
10.00am – 4.00pm
Steampunk Essexxtraordinaire XI
Come and celebrate the 11th 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, brilliant entertainment 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.

Adults: £9.00
Concessions: £8.00
Family: (2 Adults & Up to 3 Children) £30.00
Children: (5-15) £5.00
Children Under 5 Free

Purchase your tickets below or pay on the day.

Astaria OPEN

Minature Railway OPEN closing 3.00 pmThe 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 and other oil / diesel engines will be running.

Tea Room Open

Crafty Cabin Open.Extra charge applies.

Select your ticket quantity – Select ‘Get Tickets’

Star Gazing Evening - 26th September 7.30pm - 8.30pm
2026-09-26 19:30 - 20:30
Star Gazing Evening – 26th September
7.30pm – 8.30pm

Telescope viewing of the Moon and bright celestial objects
Guided star tours with experienced astronomers
Learn about constellations, planets and the night sky
A fun and educational event for all ages

What To Bring:

Warm clothing
Comfortable footwear
Enthusiasm for the night sky

Adults: £7.50
Children: £5.00

Please Note: This event is weather dependent – Clear skies provide the best experience

*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.

Star Gazing Evening - 26th September 8.30pm - 9.30pm
2026-09-26 20:30 - 21:30
Star Gazing Evening – 26th September
8.30pm – 9.30pm

Telescope viewing of the Moon and bright celestial objects
Guided star tours with experienced astronomers
Learn about constellations, planets and the night sky
A fun and educational event for all ages

What To Bring:

Warm clothing
Comfortable footwear
Enthusiasm for the night sky

Adults: £7.50
Children: £5.00

Please Note: This event is weather dependent – Clear skies provide the best experience

*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 Candlelight Illuminations - 9th October
2026-10-09 18:00 - 20:00
9th, 16th, 23rd October
6.00pm – 8.00pm
Astaria Candlelight Illuminations
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.
The Museum is open free of charge; 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.
FREE ENTRY to this event.

Astaria OPEN

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

‘Marshall’ the Lilleshall pumping engine will NOT be running

Tea Room Open

Crafty Cabin CLOSED

Astaria Candlelight Illuminations – 16th October
2026-10-16 18:00 - 20:00

Vintage & Antique Outdoor Market – by Haddon Events – Sunday 18th October
2026-10-18 09:00 - 16:00
Sunday, 18th October 2026
9.00am – 4.00pm
(Trade entry 8am.)
Summer Outdoor Vintage and Antique Market.The event will take place in 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 Candlelight Illuminations – 23rd October
2026-10-23 18:00 - 20:00

Spooky Halloween - 29th October
2026-10-29 10:00 - 16:00
Thursday, 29th October 2026
10.00am – 4.00pm
Spooky Halloween Goings On in The Museum
Only be afraid of having too much fun – come and enjoy arts, crafts, ghost and pumpkin hunts and other spooky activities, together with stalls selling spooky goodies. Also come and stir the witch’s cauldron and enjoy her stories … but expect fun spooky surprises.Only be afraid of having too much fun – come and enjoy arts, crafts, ghost and pumpkin hunts and other spooky activities, together with stalls selling spooky goodies. Also come and stir the witch’s cauldron and enjoy her stories … but expect fun spooky surprises.

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

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)

*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.

Power Up Sunday - Power of Music
2026-11-01 09:30 - 16:00
Sunday, 1st November 2026
9.30am – 4.00pm
Power Up Sunday – Power of Music
Come along and enjoy ‘Joining in with Hearing’, playing and making different musical instruments, together with themed arts and crafts.
Our unique fun ‘Find the Note’ trail will also let you discover if our engines can make music with you too.

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

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)

*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.

Santa Visit - Sat 5 Dec (09:30 AM)
2026-12-05 09:30 - 10:00

Santa Visit - Sat 5 Dec (10:00 AM)
2026-12-05 10:00 - 10:30

Christmas - 5th and 6th December 2026
2026-12-05 10:00 - 16:00
5th, 6th, December
10.00pm – 4.00pm
Christmas fun with Santa
Our very popular Santa visits include a Miniature Train Ride, magical entertainment, a visit with Santa and Mother Christmas, Christmas gifts for the children and snacks for all.
PRE – BOOKING ESSENTIAL FOR SANTA
• ADULT £9• CHILD £15Tickets to be available soon
GENERAL VISIT TICKETS ALSO AVAILABLE ON THE DAY AT USUAL ADMISSION PRICE

Astaria OPEN

Minature Railway OPEN for SANTA Visits. Additional Miniature Train Rides available at small extra charge.

‘Marshall’ the Lilleshall pumping engine will be run by compressed air and other oil / diesel engines will be running.

Tea Room Open

Crafty Cabin Closed.

Ticket availability TBC

Santa Visit - Sat 5 Dec (10:30 AM)
2026-12-05 10:30 - 11:00
