Follow in the footsteps of millions of tourists who since 1779 have journeyed here to marvel at the world's first cast-iron bridge.
Built by Abraham Darby III and now recognised as one of the great symbols of the Industrial Revolution, the remarkable structure still dominates the small town that bears its name.
The secrets of how and why it was built are revealed in an exhibition housed in the original Tollhouse on the south side of the Bridge.
A highlight of our 300th anniversary celebrations is this exhibition of artistic responses to the changing scale of the iron industry. Works by William Williams from the 1770s will be on display including his famous picture of the Iron Bridge commissioned by its builder, Abraham Darby III.
Join in creative tile decorating workshops at Jackfield Tile Museum every Tuesday – Friday during August. Learn the tile decorating technique known as ‘tube lining’ and decorate a 6 inch tile featuring your own design and colours.
*Activities and demonstrations vary from day to day and some activities carry an additional cost. Call 01952 884391 to check what is happening.
The IRONBRIDGE GORGE MUSEUM TRUST, Coach Road, Coalbrookdale, Telford, TF8 7DQ is a limited company registered in England under the Companies Act 1948 Reg No. 918560 and the Charities Act 1960 Ref No. 503717-R.
The Ironbridge Gorge is a World Heritage Site.
