Railways

On the site is a fun mini railway which delights children and connects the visitor area to the 2' 6" railway. Also built by volunteers, it has been given the rather glamorous name of the Bangs Galore and Gunpowder Creek Railway.

A Narrow Gauge railway has been built by volunteers which reflects the factory railway that once took dangerous cargo safely from one location to another for processing. It is called the 'Hidden Railway', honouring the top secret nature of the working site. The railway is 2' 6" gauge and has a diesel engine, and cargo wagons converted to carry passengers. You can travel at a small charge close to a mile through woodland to the northern part of the site and back.

Both railways are operated entirely by volunteers and there may be times and days when there is no service.

More helpful information
To experience a ride on the Narrow Gauge Railway go to trailer by rocket roundabout when you arrive and book your place. I wheelchair space. Adults £2 and children £1

For a ride on the Mini Railway, go to Bangs Galore Station by the roundabout. Adults £1 and children 50p.

When Is My Train Running ?

MINI RAILWAY - Next Open Dates : Sunday 5th May 2019

NARROW GAUGE RAILWAY - Next Open Dates are To Be Confirmed - Please check back website for details

Railway History

Nov 15 - Curating Decay Mini Conference

Place Services & The Royal Gunpowder Mills join together for an exciting new workshop!
September 7th 2019 - Battlefields Trust Study Day 2019

A Whiff Of Grapeshot - Gunpowder Weapons In the Napoleonic Wars
9th June - 21st July - Summer Sundays

Summer Sunday's at the Royal Gunpowder Mills provide a excellent opportunity to visit our site on a peaceful summer Sunday!
Jul 13 & 14 - Traditional Building Skills Course

This two day (weekend) course is aimed at beginners who would like to learn how to use lime mortars, and how to tackle areas of repointing and bricks that are spalling.