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About
Step back through time at the International Living History Festival at Royal Gunpowder Mills. Experience over 2,000 years of history brought to life, from Bronze Age to WW2, with living history groups, hands-on demonstrations, battles, historic crafts, traders, and family-friendly activities throughout the weekend. Meet historical characters, explore encampments, watch traditional skills in action, and discover the stories that shaped our past — all set within the unique historic surroundings of Royal Gunpowder Mills.
Perfect for families, history enthusiasts, and curious minds — history isn't just displayed, it's brought to life.
Book Tickets
Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | /Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Adult | £12.00 per ticket |
| Child | £6.00 per ticket |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
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Map & Directions
Road Directions
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. Please pay for Parking when purchasing advanced tickets
Public Transport Directions
By Rail: Trains to Waltham Cross and Theobalds Grove, connecting London Liverpool Street, Stratford or Tottenham Hale underground (Victoria Line) to/from Cheshunt / Broxbourne / Hertford East. 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.
By Underground: Loughton station (central line) - Bus 66 towards Debden.
By Bus: Nearest bus stop is Highbridge Street Roundabout which is served by the following local buses: 14, 22, 22C, 66, 66A, 86, 211, 212, 251
