📜 Historic pump house built in 1849 to supply water to Cromford Canal. Features an impressive still-working beam engine, restored in 1979, and a 95-foot chimney. # Why Go ⚙️ See an impressive, restored 19th-century beam engine in full working order. 📜 Explore a significant piece of engineering history and industrial heritage. 🏞️ Enjoy an idyllic setting in Derbyshire's limestone region. 🚶‍♀️ Close to Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site, Crich Tramway Village, and other landmarks. 🐴 Experience horse-drawn narrow boat trips on the partially open Cromford Canal. # Why Avoid 🗓️ Engine running dates vary annually, check official website for schedule. ⏰ Pumping was historically limited to weekends, implying limited operation. # Tips Visit on a weekend when the engine is periodically run by volunteers. Combine with a visit to Middleton Top Engine House nearby. # Hours 🕒 Periodically run by volunteers, check official website for dates.