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Great Engine Demonstration: 12 noon
The Engine at Elsecar is back in action! It is the oldest steam engine still in its original location in the world! Invented by Thomas Newcomen to pump water from the coal mines, it was the first ever practical engine. Learn more from our expert tour guides!
Great Engine Demonstration: 2pm
The Engine at Elsecar is back in action! It is the oldest steam engine still in its original location in the world! Invented by Thomas Newcomen to pump water from the coal mines, it was the first ever practical engine. Learn more from our expert tour guides!
Elsecar Heritage Centre
Funky Fossils
Did you know that miners at Elsecar uncovered fossils in the coal they dug up? Join us to find out more and create your own fossils to take home. Suitable for ages 6 plus.