Where Great Minds Changed the World
Come and explore the extraordinary at Ironbridge Valley of Invention
Be inspired by a story of creativity, craftsmanship and innovation which changed the world across our fascinating museums in the stunning Ironbridge Gorge UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Explore Ironbridge Valley of Invention
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. Scroll to explore further.
Experience Ironbridge your way
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For families
Bring history to life for kids and adults alike thanks to hands-on, interactive activities and experiences at our museums -
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For history and heritage lovers
Visit the birthplace of industry and hear the stories of the people and places that changed the world, in the heart of a UNESCO World Heritage Site -
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For a weekend away
If you plan to spend two or three days in the Ironbridge Gorge, this itinerary will help you plan your way around our museums -
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For walkers
These three walks will allow you to enjoy the beauty of the Gorge as you make your way between our sites on foot
News & highlights
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Summer holiday fun at Ironbridge Valley of Invention
Summer's here and there's lots to keep families entertained at our museums. -
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Buy a PASS PLUS online and save £5
You can save £5 when buying an annual PASS PLUS, our best value ticket, online. -
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Tuesday Talks
Join one of our evening talks led by our expert curators, exploring subjects you won't find in our permanent displays. -
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Fancy trying something new?
Our experience days and adult craft workshops are your opportunity to have a go at a traditional craft.
Moments of time travel & discovery
Travel back in time to see how more than a century of innovation and entrepreneurship during the Industrial Revolution transformed people's everyday lives. Then return to the present and get hands-on with science and technology.
A time of skill & ingenuity
See how the Ironbridge Gorge became an 18th-century creative hub.
Delve into the history of china making and tile making and see how works from companies in the Gorge decorated buildings and interiors around the world.
Generations of iron & enterprise
Discover where Abraham Darby I helped to revolutionise iron production, paving the way for the building of bridges, railways and machinery that would power the modern world.
See the everyday objects that changed people’s lives as well as exquisite art castings.
An era of revolution & wonder
The world's first iron bridge set an example for others all over the world. Learn about this pioneering monument and find out what you can see and do in the Ironbridge Gorge today.
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