Crofton Pumping station on the Kennet & Avon canal was built in the early 19th century to supply water to the summit level of the canal. Water is sourced from a nearby spring known as Wilton water and channelled to the pumping station. Here it was raised 40 feet at a rate of 1 ton of water per stroke by two massive Steam powered Beam engines. The water then flows naturally along a ¾ mile Leat to enter the canal at the summit level Lock 55 to the west. Nowadays electric pumps are used maintain the water levels, but the steam pumps are in full working order and operate on various Public open days throughout year. Details:- Crofton Beam Engines website.

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