This summer, from 26 July until 3 September, Blists Hill Victorian Town in landlocked Shropshire will be hosting its first Victorian Seaside Experience. The Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust is bringing the 19th-century seaside to Shropshire, with 22 tonnes of sand being brought in to make a 12m x 12m beach on the green at Blists […]
Read MoreIronbridge 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 […]
Read MoreThe Town That Never Was is an imaginative fantasy world that is accessible for just two days each year at Blists Hill Victorian Town. Visitors to Blists Hill Victorian Town will experience the eclectic […]
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 […]
The Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust is turning back the clock to 1973 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Blists Hill Victorian Town. A 70s Summer Party on August 26th will celebrate the milestone. Local award-winning events business, Shropshire Festivals, has been asked to transform part of the site into a family festival for one […]
Read MoreEnjoy a fun family day out at this recreated Victorian Town. You can discover more about Victorian life as you meet the ‘Victorian’ townsfolk. No cars. No TV. Just tons of fun! Welcome to the age of Queen Victoria. Here you’ll experience what life was like when Britain ruled the world. Meet some (almost) real […]
More InfoFun isn’t just for summer, in Shropshire, It’s an all-year-round affair! there are still plenty of ways to enjoy everything Shropshire has to offer without worrying about the weather. So, grab your coat and woolly hat, here are all the things to do in Shropshire this winter. RAF Cosford Ready to get up close to […]
Read MoreGet ready to hop into Easter festivities in Shropshire! From giant egg trails to Victorian egg rolling, the county is buzzing with exciting events to celebrate Easter. Whether you’re hunting for giant eggs in Shrewsbury, exploring an outdoor sculpture park near Oswestry, or stepping back in time at Blists Hill Victorian Town, there’s something for […]
Read MoreSummertime is right around the corner, so it’s time to start planning your mighty outdoor holiday! When it comes to outdoor attractions, Shropshire has some brilliant options. We wouldn’t be surprised if you wanted to experience them all! So, what’s on offer? Hear the tales of kings and queens, see striking hill-top castles and discover […]
Read MoreJoin us for a Victorian fireworks extravaganza from 6pm on Saturday 5 November. Soak up the carnival atmosphere as you explore our Victorian streets after dark. Step through the clouds […]
Join the townsfolk of Blists Hill Victorian Town as they celebrate the Harvest Festival! Step back to the golden age of agriculture as the entire community pitches in to assist […]
Experience the magic of Christmas at Blists Hill Victorian Town on 3 & 4 and 11 & 12 December. Our streets and exhibits will be decorated for the festive season […]