Communications & Commercials
21st August 2022
Learn about communications from the past to the present day!
What can visitors see and do at this event?
This event mainly takes place in our Connected Earth BT Exhibition, as well as our usual communications displays, there will be several extra displays and demonstrations where staff and volunteers will be on hand to talk, demonstrate and reminisce.
See how poles are now tested for decay.
Discover how fibre optic cables are joined together.
Learn how a semaphore signalling system works.
View a collection of commercial vehicles across the site.
‘Peter’ our 1918 Bagnall Steam Locomotive, will be taking passengers on the narrow-gauge railway for the day.
Tickets must be pre-booked online for this event.
To exhibit your communications vehicle or display (Post Office, radio vehicle etc.) or your commercial vehicle please click the link below.
Communications & Commercials
Date & Times
Usual opening times: 10 am – 4:30 pm
Prices
All activities, train and bus rides are included for no extra cost.
Extra Information
The Limeburners Cafe will be open for lunches and snacks, ice creams and hot drinks are also available. There are also outdoor picnic areas.
Well behaved dogs on short leads are welcome.
All activities are subject to change.
