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The Newcomen Engine Demonstration: 12 noon
Demonstrations of the Newcomen Engine at Elsecar start this year on Easter Sunday! The engine is the oldest atmospheric 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!
The Newcomen Engine Demonstration: 2pm
Demonstrations of the Newcomen Engine at Elsecar start this year on Easter Sunday! The engine is the oldest atmospheric 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!