Guided tour of Beckton Gasworks
Beckton Gasworks was once the largest gasworks in Europe, employing 4,500 local people and supplying 4.5 million customers at its peak. During its 100 years of operation, the site had its own railway system which connected to a series of Victorian piers that still exist today.
Since the Gasworks’ closure in 1969, the Beckton Alps were created, which served as a ski slope inaugurated by Princess Diana and gained fame as an iconic setting for various film, TV and music productions.
The site is now owned by St William (part of the Berkeley Group) who want to invite you to join us for a free history tour to learn more about this unique place and the proposals for its future development.
Due to health and safety reasons the site tours are only available to over 18s. There are steps along the route and the ground is very uneven so walking boots are required.
Tours
6th June
2pm – 3pm
3.15pm – 4.15pm
7th June
2pm – 3pm
3.15pm – 4.15pm
Meeting point: Outside Gallions Reach DLR station E6 7AB
To find out more about the site please visit: www.becktongasworks.com
For your visit
Activities
Royal Docks Adventure
Power boats, rowing boats, dragon boats, canoes – everything you need for an afternoon on the water.
Community
Asta Community Hub
Asta takes a holistic approach, supporting the North Woolwich and Silvertown community from birth to old age.
Food & Drink
Nakhon Thai
Thai restaurant overlooking the docks, with a Polynesian-style cocktail bar.
