As part of this year’s Heritage Open Days, around 100 members of the public joined us for a unique look behind the scenes at our Rugby Cement Plant, exploring 160 years of industrial heritage while discovering how we continue to support local infrastructure, employment, innovation and sustainability.

Visitors enjoyed site tours, presentations and even the chance to take in stunning Warwickshire views from the top of our 120-metre preheater tower.

Did you know?

• Rugby Cement Plant has been producing Cement on its current site since 1865, marking 160 years of Cement-making heritage in 2025.
• In 1870, Portland Cement was first produced, and the company changed its name to Rugby Portland Cement Company Limited.
• The Plant’s first rotary kiln was built in 1910, helping to modernise Cement production and transform the industry.

You can watch the video highlights of our Heritage Open Day HERE.