The Cathedral of Sewage
Discover how steam and splendoursaved Victorian London.
What’s coming up at Crossness Pumping Station
Crossness is open to the public on selected dates. Find out how you can visit us below.
Regular
Steaming Days, Guided Tours and Group or Private Tours
Find out about Steaming Days, guided tours and group or private tours.
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Sun 6 Sep
Riverside Revels
A Totally Thames family day: brass band, Punch and Judy, Morris dancing and a free vintage bus.
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Fri 18 Sep
Totally Thames 2026 · Concert
Orchestra for the Earth: an evening string quartet inspired by rivers and water.
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Sat 17 & Sun 18 Oct
Special steaming weekend
Halloween steampunk twist with Great Kentspectations.
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Sun 6 Dec
Steaming Day · Festive special
Our Victorian steam engine is in motion. See the big Christmas tree set up amongst the naturally festive coloured ironwork of the Octagon. Free vintage bus available.
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Hear about future events, follow the work of around 100 regular volunteers and discover the history of Crossness, sewers and sanitation.
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See inside the Cathedral
Ornate cast iron, coloured columns and the great beam engines.
London’s hidden Victorian masterpiece.
Learning
School and university visits
Bring a school class or university group to learn about Victorian engineering and public health and have an unforgettable day out.
People
Volunteering
Join the custodians who give up their spare time to keep the Cathedral of Sewage alive.
