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Did you know gunpowder started being made here in Waltham Abbey over 360 years ago?
We'll be exploring this history by creating our own explosive naval battle scenes in paint and glitter. Your children will learn all about our pioneering head of the mills, Philippa Walton, and use their imagination to draw her portrait.
Then we'll get the children to make their own replica WW1 explosives in playdough. And finally, we'll explore how these explosives were moved around the site with a visit to our Gunpowder Railway.
Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity for your child to explore their creativity and expand their historical knowledge.
Suitable for ages 6-12
Tickets are £8 per child. Accompanying adults go free.
Date: Tue 22 Aug 2023
Time: 10:30 - 12:00 and 13:00 - 14:30
Location: Beaulieu Drive, Waltham Abbey, EN9 1JY
Please note: This is not a drop-off activity. Children must be accompanied by a parent during the workshop.
Buy your tickets at the links below:
Morning session - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/explosive-history-childrens-summer-workshop-morning-session-tickets-700119926547?aff=oddtdtcreator
Afternoon session - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/explosive-history-childrens-summer-workshop-afternoon-session-tickets-700149174027?aff=oddtdtcreator
Tickets for this workshop are not admission to the whole site. Our visitor attractions are not open on this day.
At Royal Gunpowder Mills, we are always looking for ways to expand our programming. If you have suggestions for sessions or want to see one of our current sessions expanded for older kids, contact us at education@royalgunpowdermills.com.
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Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | /Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Child | £8.00 per ticket |
| Adult | Free |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
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Map & Directions
Road Directions
Our address is: The Royal Gunpowder Mills, Beaulieu Drive, Waltham Abbey, Essex, EN9 1JY
Located between Waltham Abbey & Waltham Cross, off Highbridge St. (across from McDonalds).
Entrance at top north end of Beaulieu Drive.
The site is a 10 minute walk west from Waltham Abbey Town Centre.
By Road:
From J25 of M25 go to Waltham Cross and then A121 to Waltham Abbey; or from J26 of M25, take A121, taking care to get into the right-hand lane when approaching the traffic junction at Meridian Way, and continue straight ahead into Beaulieu Drive.
Public Transport Directions
By Underground:
From Loughton station (central line) - Bus 66 towards Debden.
By Bus:
Please note that some bus services run differently or not at all on Sundays. Check local timetables for details.
The site is around a 10 minute walk from Waltham Abbey Town Centre.
Nearest bus stop is Highbridge Street Roundabout which is served by the following local buses:
14, 22, 22C, 66, 66A, 86, 211, 212, 251
By Cab:
Cab prices vary depending upon traffic and operator but tend to be £4 - £6 from Waltham Cross station.
By Rail:
Please note that services differ on Sundays. Check with operators for details.
Nearest station is Waltham Cross, connecting London Liverpool Street, Stratford or Tottenham Hale underground (Victoria Line) to/from Cheshunt / Broxbourne / Hertford East.
You can also take the 66, 86 or 251 from Theobalds Grove (London Overground).
We are a 25 minute walk east from Waltham Cross station. You can take a bus from outside the station. Turn right out of the station, go under the road bridge, up the stairs, turn left and you will see the bus stop just ahead.
