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School Visits

We look forward to welcoming schools back on site as soon as we safely can. 

In the meantime, we are planning exciting new virtual and in school visits as part of a learning package to bring your studies to life. Keep an eye on our website for more details...

We wish you all the very best for the coming weeks. 

If you would like to make an enquiry or a provisional booking, please email your request to [email protected] giving your school name and contact details, the topic you are interested in and the year group who will be coming.

Bookings will be dependent upon the situation at the time but we hope to welcome you to the Royal Gunpowder Mills in 2021.


Bring your class to our fun and informative educational programmes, designed to bring learning to life!

Here at the Royal Gunpowder Mills, our experienced education team will tailor our educational programmes to the age range (and key stage) of your students.

We offer programmes filled with hands-on activities, re-enactments, and workshops - so for your next school trip, why not bring your class along?

We would like to thank all of the schools who have visited us previously and we always welcome new schools.

When we reopen, our 2021 sessions will be adapted in light of the Covid situation. Keep an eye on our website for details including our new Little Explorers programme for younger children and some new outdoor opportunities. 

Rockets

Rockets

Discover the science behind rocketry at the Royal Gunpowder Mills Read more

Published: 26th March, 2021

Author: Ian MacFarlane

Wartime at the Royal Gunpowder Mills

Wartime at the Royal Gunpowder Mills

Wartime at the Royal Gunpowder Mills. Experience life on the Home Front in this engaging costumed session. Read more

Published: 17th January, 2020

Updated: 26th March, 2021

Author: Stella Morris

Little Explorers

Little Explorers

Our new programme for younger children is coming soon! Read more

Published: 17th January, 2020

Author: Stella Morris

Natural Science and Art

Natural Science and Art

Discover our new science and art programmes Read more

Published: 17th January, 2020

Updated: 26th March, 2021

Author: Stella Morris

Gunpowder Treason Plot

Gunpowder Treason Plot

The story of Guy Fawkes is brought to life through interactive and engaging activities, creating a truly memorable learning experience for all. Read more

Published: 17th January, 2020

Updated: 26th March, 2021

Author: Stella Morris

Victorian Life

Victorian Life

Find out about about life at the Royal Gunpowder Mills and in the surrounding area during the Victorian era. Dress up and join in with our costumed characters. Read more

Published: 16th January, 2020

Updated: 30th March, 2021

Author: Ian MacFarlane

Victorian Christmas

Victorian Christmas

Meet a selection of intriguing and festive Victorian characters as they celebrate their Christmas. Read more

Published: 11th January, 2020

Updated: 16th January, 2020

Author:

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Julie's Nature Column - Spring 2020

Julie's Nature Column - Spring 2020

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Published: 18th March, 2019

Updated: 24th April, 2020

Author: Julie Matthews

RGM Historic Book Reprint Series

RGM Historic Book Reprint Series

The Historic Reprint Series are Facsimilie reprints of books having historical relevance to the development and manufacture of gunpowder at the Royal Gunpowder Mills. Read more

Published: 19th July, 2019

Updated: 30th August, 2019

Author: Ian MacFarlane

RGM Book Series

RGM Book Series

Books about the history of the Royal Gunpowder Mills written by Archive Volunteers. Read more

Published: 19th July, 2019

Updated: 29th January, 2020

Author: Ian MacFarlane

Help Royal Gunpowder Mills!

Help Royal Gunpowder Mills!

Coronavirus Survival Appeal The Royal Gunpowder Mills is currently closed due to Covid and as a result, we have lost our essential visitor incomes and face a serious funding gap. Please donate to help continue our Charity’s work. We very much look forward to welcoming visitors back on site this summer. Read more

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Published: 17th June, 2020

Updated: 1st April, 2021

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Amazon Smile

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Published: 13th October, 2020

Author: Ian MacFarlane

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Royal Gunpowder Mills is a charity registered in England and Wales (No. 1062968).

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Royal Gunpowder Mills,
Beaulieu Drive,
Waltham Abbey,
Essex, EN9 1JY
United Kingdom

[email protected]
01992 707370