STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway, Railway museum in Swindon, United Kingdom.
The museum occupies a restored Grade II railway building, featuring locomotives, carriages, and artifacts that showcase the development of railway technology.
The Great Western Railway, under Isambard Kingdom Brunel's direction, established its main manufacturing center in Swindon during the 19th century industrial expansion.
The exhibits present the stories of railway workers who contributed to the Great Western Railway through displays of their tools, uniforms, and personal belongings.
The museum opens Monday through Saturday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Sundays from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with advance booking recommended.
Visitors can experience a steam train simulator and operate signals in a reconstructed GWR Signal Box within the museum complex.
Location: Swindon
Address: Fire Fly Ave, Swindon SN2 2TA
Phone: +441793466646
Website: http://steam-museum.org.uk
GPS coordinates: 51.56249,-1.79469
Latest update: March 13, 2025 03:19
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