SAVE THE DATE FOR NPL OPENING DAY
The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) in Teddington is hosting a big garden party at Bushy House on Saturday September 13 as part of its 125th anniversary celebrations.
A spokesperson says: “Step back in time and join us for a celebration reminiscent of the garden parties of eras gone by. Pack a picnic and join us at this family friendly event suitable for all ages.
“Discover the history of NPL by peeking behind the closed doors of Bushy House and its laboratories, meet and interact with icons of the past, explore our iconic gardens and enjoy music from the NPL band.
“For a fully immersive experience, fancy dress reflecting the past 125 years is encouraged but not essential.”
Throughout 2025 the NPL is hosting various events to celebrate its milestone anniversary. Save the dates and sign up to the mailing list to make sure you don’t miss out when registration opens.
Throughout the year NPL is hosting various events to celebrate 125 years of impact and innovation.
From its launch in 1900, with a team of 22 scientists and engineers focussed on standardising instruments, testing materials and determining physical constants at Bushy House, the NPL has gone on a monumental journey.
Fast forward 125 years, and a 1,000+ strong workforce has cemented NPL as a world-class centre of excellence, proudly responsible for maintaining the UK’s primary measurement standards and improving prosperity and quality of life the world over.
The spokesperson said: “We take great pride in our heritage and where we have been, the impact our world-class expertise is making on today’s communities and the legacy this will create for future generations.
Read about other events and book tickets here: Celebrating 125 years – NPL