Gunpowder Mills

03/09/2026

🎆EARLY BIRD TICKETS OUT NOW!

Saturday 7 November 2026
16:30 - 20:00
Join us for fireworks and so much more at the Gunpowder Mills on Saturday 7 November from 4.30 PM for a mesmerising display of fireworks set against the historic backdrop of the mills. Bring your family and friends for an unforgettable experience that will light up the night sky.

The 2026 improved event includes:
Children's entertainer
Professional Fire performers
Rawdons Regiment Musketeer weapon demonstrations
Children's Ultra-violet Glow disco
Historical characters including Guy Fawkes himself!
Awe-inspiring fireworks display by a leading pyrotechnic company (planned for 7.40pm)
(Glow item stall, UV face paint, funfair rides and food and drink vendors at an additional cost.)

More information:
https://www.gunpowdermills.com/whats-on

To Book:
https://www.ticketsource.com/rgm/fireworks-at-the-gunpowder-mills-2026/2026-11-07/16:30/t-ejqqkoa

03/09/2026

Autumn is on its way🍂

We have released two additional walking tour dates for those of you who don't mind getting outdoors in the colourful, transitional months.

To book your ticket (£25 pp for a 2.5 hour guided tour), click on the link:
SATURDAY 26th SEPTEMBER
https://www.ticketsource.com/rgm/t-zoydgrq

SUNDAY 24th OCTOBER
https://www.ticketsource.com/rgm/walking-tour/2026-10-24/10:00/t-vxjqene

02/09/2026

Gunpowder Mills is such an amazing place - and now its your opportunity to have your special day here!

Please register for your free tickets for our first wedding showcase on Thursday 8th October from 5pm:

https://www.ticketsource.com/rgm/t-xdaklry

Meet amazing local suppliers, hand-picked for their expertise and quality. Our friendly team will be on hand to talk about your wedding plans

We look forward to welcoming you!

02/09/2026

🌿 FREE UNDER-5s NATURE PLAY is back at Gunpowder Mills this Friday 4th September with two lovely new nature play sessions — Antler Adventures and How Many Legs? 🦌🐞🌱

Join us for an hour of exploring, discovering, playing and getting closer to nature together. Perfect for little adventurers aged under 5! 💚

📅 Friday 4th September
⏰ 10:30–11:30am & 1:00–2:00pm
📍 Gunpowder Mills, Beaulieu Drive, Waltham Abbey, EN9 1JY

🎟️ FREE for you and your little one! Book your place here: www.ticketsource.com/rgm

29/08/2026

🎆 Something VERY exciting is coming… 🎆

Our biggest event of the year is just around the corner, and we’ve got a very special announcement coming soon…

✨ PLUS — our email subscribers will receive an exclusive discount!

Want to be the first to hear the news and get access to a special saving?

📧 Sign up to our mailing list today so you don’t miss out!

Trust us… you’ll want to be on the list for this one. 👀🎇

👉 Sign up at https://mailchi.mp/royalgunpowdermills/stay-updated-with-gunpowder-mills

29/08/2026

Gunpowder Mills is such an amazing place - and now its your opportunity to have your special day here!

Please register for your free tickets for our first wedding showcase on Thursday 8th October from 5pm:

https://www.ticketsource.com/rgm/t-xdaklry

Meet amazing local suppliers, hand-picked for their expertise and quality. Our friendly team will be on hand to talk about your wedding plans.

We look forward to welcoming you!

28/08/2026

📢 Open Day Café Update – Saturday 29 & Sunday 30 August

We’d like to clarify the café arrangements for this weekend’s Open Days:

📅 Saturday 29 August
Unfortunately, our café will be closed due to unforeseen circumstances. We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience or disappointment this may cause.

📅 Sunday 30 August
We’re pleased to confirm that our café will be OPEN as usual. ☕️

We apologise for any confusion caused by our previous communications and thank you for your understanding.

We look forward to welcoming you this weekend! 💛

25/08/2026

☀️ Don’t miss our LAST Kids Open Day of the summer holidays! 🚀

Join us this Wednesday 26 August, 10:30am–3:30pm for a day packed with fun, creativity and a little bit of science! 🧪✨

Get stuck into slime making, rocket making, sun prints and MORE — it’s going to be an absolute blast! 💥

🎟️ Tickets: £12 per child | £5 per adult | Under 3s go FREE
⚠️ Please note: Kids Open Day tickets are not included with an annual pass.

👉 Buy your tickets here: https://www.ticketsource.com/rgm/t-vxmgadd

18/08/2026

17/08/2026

🌿 TOMORROW! UNDER 5s NATURE PLAY 🐛🦉🌸

A little reminder that our FREE Under 5s Nature Play sessions are taking place tomorrow Tuesday 18 August! 🌱

Theme: What Lives in the Woods?
Running:
🕙 10am–11am
🕦 11:30am–12:30pm

🎟️ Pre-booking is essential as spaces are limited.

👉 Reserve your place here: www.ticketsource.com/rgm

📍 The Gunpowder Mills, Beaulieu Drive, EN9 1JY

Generously funded by the National Lottery Community Fund