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In the early 1980's Thames Water were looking to demolish the 1865 buildings, but thanks to the Greater London Industrial Archaeology Society (GLIAS) and the Trusts founder John Ridley, the engine house was accredited a Grade 1 listing and the two auxiliary buildings (fitting shop and valve house) were given Grade 2. Plans were then put in place to form a group to begin the heroic task of restoring the engine house. 

The original team comprised John Ridley, ...

 

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A Company limited by guarantee. Registered in England No. 2141756
Registered Charity No. 297585

CROSSNESS ENGINES.

The Old Works

Thames Water S.T.W.

Bazalgette Way

Abbey Wood

London SE2 9AQ

 

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