Bancroft Mill Engine Museum — Attraction in Borough of Pendle

Visited today on a non-steam day. Andy, assisted by other volunteers showed and explained everything to us in great detail, which we (2 persons) had not expected they would have time for, as they were obviously working on maintaining the machines.

We were shown not only the main engine house (with "Mary Jane" and "James"), but also "Prosperity" (another compound steam engine in a shed) and also the 2 boilers (Lancashire and Cornish) and given full explanations. And then finally 3 kinds of looms.

I would just say that the enthusiam and willingness of the volunteers to maintain engines on this scale is amazing. Hats off to all involved!

It states on the website that on non-steam days it is free to visit, but I would urge everyone who does visit to donate some money, however small, as this is funded only by donations.

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Really good visit to Bancroft Mill. Well worth a visit. The Museum is run by volunteers who are working in the different areas of the site. They are very helpful and explained how the Engines and pumps are maintained. There is a free car park at the side. Lots of information on displays around the buildings. There are open days when the pumps, engines are working. The next one on 10th August, 31st August. The mill is maintained through volunteers and donations. A good...

What a fantastic place to visit! The engine is an amazing sight, still running smoothly and quietly after almost a hundred years. Nothing is too much trouble for the volunteers who all seem to be very knowledgeable about the cotton weaving industry.

There is a second steam engine that is in the process of being restored to working order and this is a very rare sight indeed.

Altogether a fascinating experience and a great learning opportunity for anybody interested in...