Events

Talk on Chilworth Gunpowder Mills and Afternoon Tea

19th March 2026, 14:30 - 16:30

Talk on Chilworth Gunpowder Mills

by Ken Bare

followed by Afternoon Tea

Thursday 19 March 2026

2.30pm – 4.30pm

at

Chilworth Village Hall

Come and enjoy an afternoon listening to the history of the Gunpowder Mills industry based at Chilworth, just outside Guildford.

It is hard to believe that this now picturesque idyll, in the middle of the Surrey Hills, was once a hive of industry, smoke and activity.

Ken was a volunteer with the Heritage Lottery Funded, Surrey Hills ‘Tales of the Tillingbourne’ project which researched many of the ancient mills and industries along the Tillingbourne Valley.

He has since gone on to research other Gunpowder factories and has now created a fascinating new talk based on his research.

After Ken’s talk we will enjoy an afternoon tea including sandwiches and cake.

This event is not really suitable for children and no dogs please.

The cost will be £8 for members and £10 for non-members which includes all refreshments.

Please note any dietary requirements in the comments box when booking.

Deadline for booking 15 March 2026

NB. Ken will be leading a tour of this area on 16 April.   If you would like to join the tour please  book your ticket here.

Any enquiries please contact us at info@surreyhillssociety.org.

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