Who we are We are Frogmore Paper Mill – the world’s oldest mechanised paper mill. Home to two historic Fourdrinier machines, we preserve this unique heritage site while educating and supporting our local community. We are fundraising Help us reopen our museum and preserve history by donating today to protect our exhibits, education programmes, and community events. contact now Our Latest Events Get your tickets to food-festivals, historical talks, sustainability days, boat trips and more!
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Contact us School Trips Discover the magic of Frogmore Paper Mill on a fun, hands-on school trip where history, science, and sustainability come to life.

Discover the world’s oldest mechanised paper mill, still in making artisan papers in the heart of Hertfordshire.

At Frogmore Paper Mill, history comes to life through engaging storylines, hands-on workshops, and industry in action.

Explore our unique heritage site, where paper has been made since 1774, the first paper machine was placed in 1803 and learn about paper’s sustainability.

Visiting Frogmore

Discover the facts about visiting us!

Education

Bring a learning group to Frogmore

Archive

Learn about the paper revolution in Apsley

Frogmore Events

Discover the wide range of activities on offer here

Paper Sales

Frogmore Paper Mill artisan papers

Rent

Small business lettings in a heritage location

Latest Events

Join us for a variety of events celebrating heritage, creativity, and community. From hands-on workshops to family-friendly days out, there’s something for everyone to enjoy at the world’s oldest mechanised paper mill.

January 2026

Hard Hat Tours 2026

Hard Hat Tours 2026

Multiple dates
11:00 AM - 3:30 PM

March 2026

Bookbinding

Bookbinding

Multiple dates
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

July 2026

August 2026

September 2026

A Journey Through Dickinson News - Rowena Haigh

A Journey Through Dickinson News - Rowena Haigh

Dickinson News kept company employees up to date with development and personal stories during its long history and proves an invaluable resource for researchers.
Frogmore Heritage Open Day

Frogmore Heritage Open Day

19 September 2026
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Join us for a Heritage Open Day in conjunction with other venues in Dacorum. The theme this year is Everyday Histories
Frogmore Heritage Open Day

Frogmore Heritage Open Day

19 September 2026
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Join us for a Heritage Open Day in conjunction with other venues in Dacorum. The theme this year is Everyday Histories

October 2026

Life and Times of William Caxton - Peter Balding

Life and Times of William Caxton - Peter Balding

16 October 2026
7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
£18.00
An insight into the diplomat, merchant and writer who introduced the printing press to England. William Caxton set up his press in Westminster in 1476.

Volunteer with us

Be part of living history at Frogmore Paper Mill. As a volunteer, you will contribute to the preservation of our heritage, support our educational work, and inspire future generations. Whether you have a few hours or a few days a week, your time makes a real difference.

Tour Guide

Share Frogmore’s rich history with others and be part of a friendly team

Archivist

Help to maintain the archive record of paper heritage

Customer Service

As visitor numbers increase we will need additional support

Maintenance

Heritage buildings require much upkeep and many skills

our most recent online exhibitions

News

  • Working Vehicle Day – 23rd August

    31 July 2026

    If you like working vehicles or have a young person hooked on diggers and fire engines, this is the place to come. Our ever popular 1938 Dennis Ace and associated [...]

  • Family Fun Crafting

    27 July 2026

    Frogmore Paper Mill is offering Family Fun crafting sessions for the school Summer Holiday. We are starting in a small way as we are still restoring the building, but we [...]