Mill Meece Pumping Station, Victorian pumping station in Stafford, England.
Mill Meece Pumping Station is a Victorian water pumping facility in Stafford that operated using steam-powered machinery. The building houses two horizontal tandem compound Corliss valve engines paired with three Lancashire boilers that supplied water to the local potteries and communities.
The station was established in 1915 following legislation to supply water to the Staffordshire Potteries and surrounding areas. Operations continued until 1979, when advances in water infrastructure made the facility no longer necessary.
The station's industrial character reflects the Victorian era's engineering expertise and its role in supplying water to local potteries and communities. Visitors can see how the machinery once drove the daily operations that kept the region's industries running.
The site is cared for by a preservation trust that arranges group visits and educational tours throughout the year. It is best to book ahead to ensure a guided experience with knowledgeable staff.
The original steam engines are still operated at regular intervals, allowing visitors to witness the machinery in action just as it worked over a century ago. Few such facilities maintain functioning equipment, making this a rare opportunity to see Victorian engineering in motion.
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