Events

Talk on Chilworth Gunpowder Mills and Afternoon Tea

26th March 2025, 14:30 - 16:30

Talk on Chilworth Gunpowder Mills

by Ken Bare

followed by Afternoon Tea

Wednesday 26 March 2025

2.30 pm – 4.30 pm

at

West Horsley, Leatherhead

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 £6 for members and £8 for non-members which includes all refreshments.  Please note any dietary requirements in the comments box when booking.

Deadline for booking 19 March 2025

NB. Ken will be leading a tour of this area on 11 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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