The 1940s Steam Event

17th & 18th October

10am - 4pm

Papplewick’s hugely popular 1940s steam event returns for its seventeenth year.

Featuring:

  • An array of military and civilian re-enactors
  • Displays and encampments
  • Period vehicles
  • Trade stalls
  • Plus, the popular Cooling Pond live action skirmishes each day at 2pm
  • Live entertainment from Jayne Darling & Kevin Mac (Saturday) and Johnny Victory & Lula May (Sunday).
  • Food from Spud Worlds
  • Lincoln Green brewery

We look forward to seeing you!

ENJOY ALL THE BELOW ON OUR STEAMING DAYS!
  • The James Watt Beam engines in operation
  • Galloway boiler in full steam
  • Underground reservoir. (Tours available to book on the day additional charge applies)
  • The Linby Colliery Winding engine in steam
  • Miniature steam railway (additional charge applies)
  • Plant and Bric a Brac sales
  • RC boats sailing on the cooling pond
  • Resident blacksmith running the forge
  • Café with food selections include pasties, freshly made sandwiches to snacks and ice cream. We have gluten free and vegan options available to choose from and we also sell a wide range of hot and cold drinks
  • Children’s play area

  • Dogs are welcome on short leads

  • Free parking in our car park opposite the main gates
2026 Ticket Prices

Online*

  • Adult (12+)
    £14.00

  • Student
    £13.00

  • Senior (60+)
    £13.00

  • Child (Under 12)
    FREE

On The Door

  • Adult (12+)
    £14.50

  • Student
    £13.50

  • Senior (60+)
    £13.50
  • Child (Under 12)
    FREE

Online*

  • Adult (12+)
    £13.50
  • Student
    £12.50
  • Senior (60+)
    £12.50
  • Child (Under 12)
    FREE

On The Door

  • Adult (12+)
    £14.00
  • Student
    £13.00
  • Senior (60+)
    £13.00
  • Child (Under 12)
    FREE

*Online ticket prices include an admin fee

Important Event Information

If possible, please buy your tickets online as it helps reduce the admin work for the Front of House volunteers and speeds up your entry!

All admission tickets are entitled to a 12 month annual pass – pay once and attend all our subsequent steam events for no extra cost.

Your annual pass is collected and validated on the day of your visit. It is not issued ahead of your visit.

Annual pass holders & Friends of PPS Trust do not need to book on line – just turn up and present your valid pass / membership card at the Returnees gate.

Full terms & conditions of the 12 month ticket are available below

Steam Events for 2026

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