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Royal Gunpowder Mills
Beaulieu Drive
Waltham Abbey
EN9 1JY
Essex
England
Facilities
Parking: yes
Food: yes
Shop: yes
Guided tours: yes
Baby changing facilities: yes
Wheelchair access: yes
Contact details
Switchboard (Tel)
:
01992 707370
Marketing (Tel)
:
01992 707320
General information (Fax)
:
01992 710341
General enquiries
:
info@royalgunpowdermills.com
Marketing, PR, corporate and groups
:
michelle.moore@royalgunpowdermills.com
Website
:
www.royalgunpowdermills.com
Open
29th April 2006 to 1st October 2006. 11.00 to 17.00.
Every weekend and Bank Holiday Mon. Weekdays for groups by arrangement. Full education programme. Children's activities every Wed during school summer holiday.
Admission charges
Adults: £6.00
Children: (5 to 16) £3.25
Under 5’s Free
Concessions (over 60’s and students) £5.00
Family ticket (2 adults and up to 3 children) £18.50
Tickets are valid for two consecutive days
Description
Set in 175 acres of natural parkland and boasting 21 buildings of major historic importance, the site mixes fascinating history, exciting science and beautiful surroundings to produce a magical day out for all. Established in the 17th century and acquired by the Crown in 1787, the Royal Gunpowder Mills has a very important place in both the history of Great Britain and of its home town of Waltham Abbey.
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General Information
Brochure or leaflet available with directions to museum
Pre-booking service for groups
Foreign language leaflet or brochure available
Guided tours
Disability Access
Toilets for disabled
Wheelchair access to some public areas
Wheelchairs available for loan
Children and Families
Baby changing facilities
Events and resources for children and families
Picnic area
General Education
Education facilities available
Member of staff available with responsibility for education
Reception and lunch facilities for educational groups
Schools Education
Direct teaching services for schools
Primary school education service available
Facilities
Auditorium
Cafeteria
Facilities for private functions and events
Meeting room available
Picnic area
Refreshments
Shop
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