Greenwich is steeped in ironwork history

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A unique two-day celebration of all things IRON in and around World Heritage Greenwich.

A focal point for Britain’s maritime and horological heritage, as well as the site of Henry VIII’s armoury, Greenwich is steeped in ironwork history. This one-off event will celebrate the fascinating, multi-faceted material that has played such a vital role in our history, and contributed in so many different ways to major technological developments across the globe.

A morning of talks will be followed by a guided walk of local ironwork highlights, including a live conservation project on site at the Old Royal Naval College.

The following day offers a rare opportunity to go behind the scenes in the busy workshops of leading conservators Hall Conservation, and try your hand at various conservation techniques.

DAY 1 
Venue: St Alfege Church
Talks & Walk – a morning of varied and interesting talks on Greenwich’s historic ironwork, followed by an afternoon guided walk around the local ironwork highlights, including special access to the Old Royal Naval College. You can read more about the programme of talks below.

DAY 2  
Venue: Hall Conservation 10am to 1pm OR 2pm to 5pm
Hands-on Heritage – try your hand at a variety of conservation techniques – including blacksmithing, patination, gilding, repousse in the busy workshops of a thriving conservation business.

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Guide Prices

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
Combined Ticket for both events£120.00 per ticket
Hands-on Heritage half-day (morning or afternoon)£80.00 per adult
Talks & Walk (includes lunch)£50.00 per ticket

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

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  • Credit cards accepted (no fee)

Property Facilities

  • Smoking not allowed

Map & Directions

Greenwich Iron

Type:Heritage Event

St Alfege Church, Greenwich Church Street, Greenwich, London, SE10 9BJ

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