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 […]
Read MoreThis 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 […]
Read MoreMeet 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 […]
Read MoreThe 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 […]
Read MoreVisitors 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 […]
Read MoreIronbridge 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 […]
More InfoIf you’re ever in the area and have an interest in art, then you must visit Ironbridge Fine Arts! Located in the beautiful Shropshire countryside, this art gallery is home to an incredible collection of artworks from a wide range of local and national artists. If you’re looking for a unique art experience, then don’t […]
More InfoIronbridge 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 […]
Read MoreDon’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 […]
Read MoreFor 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 […]
Ironbridge Holidays is a family run business, we have been providing welcoming holiday accommodation in and around Ironbridge for more than 30 years. We have a great selection of self catering properties from small cottages to large family houses, providing short breaks, business lets and long term stays. With properties in Ironbridge, Shrewsbury, Cornwall and […]
More InfoThis 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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