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Interested in learning more about Woolwich Works and the beautiful buildings around?
Come along to a Woolwich Works tour for a taste of its incredible history.

The architectural award-winning, Grade II and II* listed heritage buildings date back over 300 years and have some amazing stories to tell.

You will be led around a variety of the historic spaces by one of the guides and hear stories from the building’s past like London’s first fireworks displays, visits from Kings and Queens, Suffragette protests and more.

The tour will also show how the building has been restored and how it’s used today.

This tour is FREE but you will need to secure a spot by booking via 'Book Now' button and then just turn up at the Visitors' Book Café on the day in time for the start time. The tour will last approximately 45 minutes.

* Suitable for all ages.

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Suggested Donation: £3 - £10

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  • Free Entry

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  • Children welcome

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FREE Guided Tours of Woolwich Works

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Meeting Point: Visitors' Book Café, Woolwich Works, The Fireworks Factory, No.1 Street, London, SE18 6HD

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Opening Times

Woolwich Works Tours (25 Jan 2026 - 22 Feb 2026)
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Sunday11:00 - 11:45
Woolwich Works Tours (1 Mar 2026)
DayTimes
Sunday11:00 - 11:45
Woolwich Works Tours (15 Mar 2026 - 29 Mar 2026)
DayTimes
Sunday11:00 - 11:45

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