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Wondering what devil's porridge is? Sir Arthur Conan Doyle coined the phrase to describe the explosive materials he saw munitions workers at H.M. Factory Gretna mixing in large pans. They were making cordite.

Please don't eat devil's porridge. 💥
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January 20, 2026 at 12:48 PM
💥Last entry into The Devil's Porridge Museum will remain at 45 minutes before we close.

Why not start planning your visit? We have some explosive history to share with you.

Learn more: www.devilsporridge.org.uk

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The Devil's Porridge Museum is a 5 star, family friendly, museum. We tell the story of WW1, muntions factory, H.M. Factory Gretna.
www.devilsporridge.org.uk
March 27, 2026 at 12:44 PM