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About
Discover why a one-legged stool was a crucial health and safety implement, find out how the factory workforce doubled during WW1 as women came to work at the Royal Gunpowder Mills, and learn about the site's final phase as a top-secret Explosives Research and Development Establishment.
You'll see the remains of buildings used in the production of explosives, Newton's Pool used for the testing of underwater explosives including the explosives used in the Dambusters' "bouncing bomb" and our Press House with waterwheel where one of the most dangerous processes on site took place.
Tours start at 10.30 and 11.30. Advance booking essential. Please see website for details.
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Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | /Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Ticket | £18.00 per ticket |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
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Map & Directions
Road Directions
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
