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How to spend 48 hours in Ironbridge

Ironbridge Gorge is wonderfully scenic and peaceful now, with the River Severn flowing past thickly-wooded banks. But in past centuries this area couldn’t have been more different. It was heavily mined and quarried for coal, iron ore, limestone and clay from the 1500s, with furnaces and foundries, factories and workshops appearing from the 1700s.  In […]

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 The Museum of the Gorge in Ironbridge reopens

The Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust is pleased to announce that the Museum of the Gorge in Ironbridge is now open following essential conservation work. Visitors to the museum, a former warehouse used to transport goods by river during the Industrial Revolution, are able to see the building’s architecture, enjoy new displays and learn more about […]

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May half term fun in the Ironbridge Valley of Invention

Meet the real grafters of the Gorge – May half term fun in the Ironbridge Valley of Invention Take a trip back to a time when the spectacular Ironbridge Gorge was dirty and downright dangerous for the everyday workers at the heart of the Industrial Revolution.   Visitors to the Ironbridge Gorge Museums can explore the gritty […]

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World Heritage Sites

Don’t be fooled by Shropshire’s sleepy appearance; over the years remarkable ideas, discoveries and innovations that originated here, have gone on to change the world. The Industrial Revolution started in Ironbridge, Charles Darwin was born and schooled in Shrewsbury, Much Wenlock is believed to be the inspiration for the modern Olympic Games and Thomas Telford […]

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Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust celebrates 150th anniversary of Jackfield Craven Dunnill Tile factory

Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust celebrates 150th anniversary of Jackfield Craven Dunnill Tile factory with £1.50 entry to Jackfield Tile Museum Saturday 24 & Sunday 25 February   Sunday 25 February 2024 marks the 150th anniversary of the opening of the Craven Dunnill tile factory, now Jackfield Tile Museum. To celebrate, the Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust is hosting […]

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Ironbridge View Townhouse - Award winning holiday home with a stunning view of the 1st Iron Bridge in the world

Ironbridge View Townhouse is an unmissable award winning holiday home, set within the historic Ironbridge Gorge in Shropshire. Stunning views of the world’s first Iron Bridge – an iconic symbol of the Industrial Revolution can be enjoyed from the cosy sofa in the living room. The self-catering townhouse is conveniently located within walking distance of […]

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Have an Eggstraordinary Easter at Ironbridge Valley of Invention March-April 2024

 This Easter, Ironbridge Valley of Invention will host an array of eggstraordinary events for families. From Victorian egg dancing to protecting egghead eggstronauts from a messy end to creating Easter Bunny-inspired artwork, there’s something for the whole family to enjoy. The Darby Houses, Broseley Pipeworks and the Tar Tunnel will also reopen for the first time […]

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CRACKING PROGRAMME OF EASTER EVENTS IN IRONBRIDGE

Visitors to the Ironbridge Gorge will be in for a treat throughout the Easter break as The Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust lays on a series of fun family Easter themed events.   The Easter festivities begin on Saturday 1 April with a very special celebration day for Blists Hill’s 50th anniversary. Opening on the 1 […]

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Shropshire welcomes...families

Shropshire is simply a great place for families to visit, whether it be just for the day or for a longer stay. For active families, there are country walks aplenty as well as options for adrenaline-filled adventures on rivers and lakes and even up in the air. For more culturally-minded families, Shropshire has some outstanding […]

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Coalbrookdale, TF8 7DQ
Sep 9th 2023 10:00am - Sep 10th 5:00pm

Heritage Open Days

For the 2023 Heritage Open Days and the Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Festival, on Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 September we will be giving free access to our Coalbrookdale sites, which will also host a range of special events and activities for all ages.  For this weekend […]

The Engine Shop - Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron Complex
Jul 19th 2023 7:30pm - 9:00pm

Sir Neil Cossons: The Foundation and Early Days of Blists Hill Open Air Museum

As part of the 50th anniversary celebrations of the opening of Blists Hill Victorian Town, Sir Neil Cossons, the first director of the Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust (1971 – 1983) and Britain’s […]

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Seeing Stars this February Half Term at Ironbridge Valley of Invention

This February half term, from Saturday 10 to Sunday 18 February, the museums at Ironbridge Valley of Invention will be transporting visitors to outer space with cosmos-themed events and activities for the whole family. The story of the Industrial Revolution and the Ironbridge Gorge begins in space, where iron comes from. From handling meteorites to […]

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Winter sunrise from the Wrekin ❤️ 

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Embark on a journey through Ludlow's enchanting streets on a sunny Saturday market day! 🌞✨ 

Witness the lively atmosphere as local traders bring colors and flavors to the scene. Explore quaint independent shops, bask in the aromatic charm of cafes, and savor culinary delights at local restaurants. 

Ludlow's picturesque streets are a canvas of culture waiting to be explored! 🛍️🍽️ 

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"🏰✨ Dive into the heart of Shrewsbury's Castle Quarter – the epicenter of history and grandeur! 🏰 Home to four of the town's largest historic treasures – Shrewsbury Castle, Library, Prison, and Train Station. 

Did you know Shrewsbury Castle's foundations were laid in 1083 by the 1st Earl of Shrewsbury, Roger de Montgomery? 
Montgomery, a cousin of William the Conqueror, earned this castle and more as a thank-you for his aid during the Norman conquest.

From royal stronghold to a 16th-century transformation, Shrewsbury Castle has quite the story. Now, it stands majestically, housing the Shropshire Regimental Museum. 👑🏰 Ready to step into the pages of history?

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