THE LAST chance this year to see one of Hampshire's finest examples of industrial engineering is next month.

Sunday, October 2 will be the last chance to discover the historic Twyford Waterworks, as it opens to the public for the final time this year.

The site will be as operational as possible inlcuding most of the machinery that pumped drinking water into homes for over 120 years.

Visitors will be able to explore the sights, smells and sounds of the working Edwardian waterworks, that still produces five million gallons of water from the original boreholes.

Twyford is one of the most complete boiler houses left, in terms of its equipment, and visitors will be able to examine the inner workings of the machine - from the Majestic Hathorn Davey steam pump, to a large Ruston Diesel engine and an 1895 Crossley gas engine.

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The site is unique in having both water extraction and a complete water softening plant, which can be further explored through the operational hydraulic engines and lime kilns.

The waterworks are not the only attraction, as visitors will be given the chance to explore the nature trail with pond and hide, set in rural downland of Hampshire, as well as watch an exciting demonstration of the industrial railway.

Throughout the day, the Tea Rooms will serve light refreshments alongside a BBQ, so as to ensure an enjoyable excursion for the whole family.

For further information regarding the Twyford Waterworks, please visit twyfordwaterworks.co.uk