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| Boiler room |
For the first time for several years the Engineerium held an Open Day on Sunday. All entrance fees were donated to the Chestnut Tree Children's Hospice. It seems to have been very well-attended and have given visitors the chance to view the extensive refurbishment and development work in progress.
The Engineerium and its contents were saved a from auction and dispersal a few years ago by local entrepreneur Mr Mike Holland, seen above in conversation with 'Thomas Hawksley', victorian designer of the pumping station, who had kindly reincarnated to provide visitors with guided tours. They are seen in what was the coal store, converted to an exhibition hall in the 1970's and now destined to become a restaurant and bar.
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| N0.2 Pumping Engine |
The boilers were in steam and the no.2 Pumping Engine, in beautiful condition, was demonstrating its stately, intricate actions.
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| The new brick work blends seamlessly with the original. |
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| A new skylight to what will become a new Exhibition Hall |
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| The Engineerium across Hove Park |
It is intended to open the Engineerium every Sunday throughout the winter.
Superb.
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