THOMAS NEWCOMEN CELEBRATIONS: 300TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE FIRST SUCCESSFUL ENGINE - Thomas Newcomen Engine

Tuesday, May 22

4.00pm Newcomen Monument to be unveiled on the roundabout at the town entrance by Alvin Smith inventor of the Searaser Wave Pump.

5.00pm Newcomen Plaza & Refurbished Engine House to be opened by Alvin Smith. Filming of “Steam Heat” Dance Routine in Royal Avenue Gardens

Saturday May 26

7.00pm Auction at the Dartmouth Apprentice, Newcomen Road