In recent weeks, sections of Gunpowder Park have been fenced off from public access. This action has been taken as a precautionary measure in the interest of public safety following recent routine ground inspections which revealed potential subsidence caused by old utility shafts.
The fences will remain in place until an appropriate solution is identified, the works are carried out and we are satisfied that ground conditions are safe for public access.
In the meantime we would like to apologise for any inconvenience caused by these temporary restrictions, and to reassure Park users that all other areas of Gunpowder Park remain open and fully accessible.
West Pool
June 4th 2004 saw the official opening of Gunpowder Park, by His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh. Through a multi-million pound investment by Lee Valley Regional Park Authority (LVRPA), the land has been reclaimed and regenerated from its former use as a Royal Ordnance munitions testing facility.
After 100 years as a closed site, it has been transformed into a dynamic new country park for the benefit of people, wildlife and the arts, with a brand new environmentally friendly park centre. The Park is an ideal place for walkers and cyclists, with a comprehensive network of surfaced paths accessible in all weathers. There is also a permissive bridleway for summer use circling the Energy Fields.
Gunpowder Park hosts an exciting initiative devoted to arts, science and nature projects, which is based in the park centre. Landscape & Arts Network Services (LANS) is in partnership with LVRPA to develop and manage this year round programme. Visitors to the Park will enjoy an innovative range of entertaining and educational projects.
The building is a working environment hosting a range of activities including exhibitions, creative workshops and special events as advertised or by appointment. Visitors are welcome to meet the Gunpowder Park team, view the building, current exhibitions and work in progress. As the building is also used for private meetings, opening times vary. Visit the
Gunpowder Park website for current and past activities.
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Gunpowder Park is ideal for walkers and responsible dog walkers. It is also a safe environment for children to play and have fun, also perfect for picnics.