The Birthplace of the Industrial Revolution

Visit our award-winning attractions in a World Heritage Site.

A World Heritage Site and the beating heart of the Industrial Revolution, the Ironbridge Gorge is home to some amazing museums that make for an unforgettable experience.

 

Explore Ironbridge Valley of Invention

Set within the heart of a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ironbridge Valley of Invention is situated 5 miles from Telford Town Centre in Shropshire.

Stretching along the River Severn, our award-winning museums are within 6 square miles of the Ironbridge Gorge, widely regarded as the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution.

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Blists Hill Victorian Town

Blists Hill Victorian Town

Rocket yourself back to the age of steam and see life more than 100 years ago at our open-air museum! Have fun at our amazing Outdoor Adventure.

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Enginuity

Enginuity

Enjoy our new interactives, table-top experiments and old-favourites. Enginuity is back... better than ever!

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Jackfield Tile Museum

Jackfield Tile Museum

Explore the home of British tile design and see galleries packed with dazzling examples from the very best designers.

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Coalport China Museum

Coalport China Museum

Be wowed by some of the finest examples of Coalport & Caughley China and enjoy brand new family activities.

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Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron

Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron

Coalbrookdale changed the world forever... discover how with family trails, galleries and interactives.

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Museum of The Gorge

Museum of The Gorge

Find out more about how the River Severn connected Ironbridge to the rest of the globe.

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Darby Houses

Darby Houses

Step into the homes of the former Coalbrookdale Ironmasters.

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Tar Tunnel

Tar Tunnel

Join a guided tour from Coalport China Museum to the Tar Tunnel and learn more about this unusual attraction.

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The Iron Bridge & Tollhouse

The Iron Bridge & Tollhouse

Walk across the first ever cast-iron bridge, built in 1779 across the River Severn. Marvel at its true strength and delicate beauty.

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Broseley Pipeworks

Broseley Pipeworks

Find out why Broseley was the centre of the clay tobacco pipe industry on a guided tour of this fascinating museum.

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Loved every minute of our visit. The staff we met whether those walking around dressed for the period, working in the shops and the guides are excellent and really enhanced our time there. You really feel like you have stepped back in time! We will definitely be returning. Forgot to mention the delicious chips which are a must!

J. Whiles Visitor Feedback Survey
25 November 2021

Our visit was magnificent. I'm thrilled we chose a family passport. I can't wait for our next visit. It was everything I hoped for.

S. Wilkinson Visitor Feedback Survey
13 November 2021

What a fantastic place this is! We visited 12 years ago and it was good then but now it is incredible. Populated by knowledgeable staff and volunteers, the town is brought to life before your eyes.

Rated 5 out of 5

M. Roche Google
15 November 2021

A great day out for the whole family, no matter what age, plenty to see and do and at your own pace. The volunteers are knowledgeable and helpfull, a wonderful experience. Already recommending to friends and family!

E. Barber Facebook
23 August 2021

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