Leawood Pump House, Industrial pumping station in Cromford, England
Description
Leawood Pump House is an industrial stone building located between the Cromford Canal and River Derwent. The structure houses a large steam engine that once moved water from one waterway to another.
History
The building was constructed in 1849 as part of the canal system that grew during industrialization. The engine was manufactured by a leading maker of the time and operated without major changes for over 150 years.
Culture
The building shows the engineering skill of the Industrial Revolution and how people solved practical problems using machines. Visitors can observe the machinery that once supported the working life of the canal and river industries.
Practical
The building opens on select weekends so visitors can watch the engine working and take photographs. Plan your visit for dry weather since the site is outdoors and exposed to the elements.
Did you know?
The engine operated under historical rules that restricted its running to specific times of the week. Skilled craftspeople still maintain the machine today using techniques passed down through generations.
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