As part of Merrythought's 95th anniversary celebrations, there will be a free exhibition in the Museum of the Gorge.
Are you living with or supporting someone with dementia or memory issues? Join us at the Memory Café - a welcoming space for those living with dementia and their caregivers.
Learn the basics of pinch pots, coiling and slabbing from our team of talented demonstrators before creating your own clay items.
Accompany the March sisters as they journey from adolescence to adulthood, with a touch of heartbreak, humour and fast-paced storytelling.
Robert Herrick will share his research on the Coalport Ferry Disaster of 1799 which cost 28 people their lives.
This unique opportunity will give participants the chance to experience the life of a Victorian Blacksmith at Blists Hill Victorian Town.
This exciting experience at Coalport China Museum is your opportunity to have a go at Raku Firing, a traditional Japanese ceramic technique.
While some may criticise modern health and safety regulations for being too cautious, this talk will consider the consequences when such protections were virtually non-existent.
Experience the eclectic world of Steampunk as Blists Hill Victorian Town transforms into The Town That Never Was.
This unique opportunity will give participants the chance to experience the life of a Victorian Printer at Blists Hill Victorian Town.
The Ironbridge Brass Band Festival returns to Coalbrookdale, with a weekend of performances from local bands.
An introduction to the Soldiers of Shropshire Museum by Richard Gough
See the streets of Blists Hill filled with steam and smoke as miniature steam engines roam around the town, giving an idea of what life would have been like for Victorian residents.
This talk will celebrate the 150th anniversary of local hero, Captain Matthew Webb’s, success as the first person to swim the English Channel.
Experience the sights, sounds and smells of the Industrial Revolution as the streets of Blists Hill Victorian Town are brought to life by a variety of visiting Steam Engines.
This talk will explore the evolution of early nineteenth-century fashion, from the classical-inspired Regency outfits seen in Pride and Prejudice to the more austere style of dress associated with Jane Eyre and the 1840s.
Have a go at making some traditional clay pipes in a range of styles and shapes in this workshop led by heritage pipe maker James Ashwell.
Professor Andrew Kelly will share some of his findings on Isambard Kingdom Brunel, the great English civil engineer.
Make your own Green Man, an ancient symbol of growth and rebirth, in this ceramic workshop at Coalport China Museum.
Take inspiration from the harvest season and rustle up your own beautiful hand-built clay pieces in this new workshop.
Join us in the NEW studio at Coalport China Museum to learn the art of printmaking from local printmaker and mixed media artist, Jacky Fellows.
This new workshop at Coalport China Museum will introduce you to the delicate art of china painting.
Join us in the NEW studio at Coalport China Museum to take inspiration from beautiful Mexican ceramics.
Fireworks Night returns to Blists Hill Victorian Town!
A fabulously festive workshop where attendees will create some beautiful ceramic decorations which are perfect for gifting or home decoration.
Discover an exciting new way to make your own Christmas cards, gift tags and wrapping paper using mixed media under the guidance of local artist, Lindsay Pritchard.
Step back to a Victorian Christmas this festive season. Enjoy traditional entertainment, buy festive food and meet Father Christmas.
Wrap up warm and gather your friends to explore our festive Victorian Town at night.
