The Giants of Brede

Steam power was the lifeblood of the 1900s. It was used to lift water from deep wells into treatment works and then to pump clean water to local reservoirs built in high ground for distribution by gravity to homes and businesses.

Part restoration workshop, part exhibition, ‘the Giants of Brede’ offers visitors several period examples of the best British engineering being renovated to impressive high standards.

Two triple expansion steam engines and a 1940s Worthington Simpson engine (the last of its kind) are among the star attractions which also include a range of lovingly restored water artefacts from an earlier collection kept by Folkestone and Dover water services.

The Giants of Brede offers one of 1066 Country’s most compelling and inspiring heritage experiences.

Visitor Information

Address:

Brede Waterworks
A28 Road to Ashford
TN31 6HG

Telephone:  01424 882356 for all bookings information.

Opening times:

First Sat of every month, 10am –4pm.

Prices:

Admission is free but charges might be made for special events days.

Group Information:

Group contact: John and Diane Foxley
Group rates: free

Get Directions:

The giants are situated in the beautiful Brede valley at the heritage centre with Brede waterworks. The site is some 6 miles from Hastings along the A28 road to Ashford. Please look out for a narrow left turn (when approaching from Hastings) near the top of Brede Hill by the 40mph sign and just before the Red Lion public house.

Go to our Directions to Brede Waterworks page.