For Arts and Crafts Fans
If you're interested in arts and crafts, there's lots to see at Ironbridge Valley of Invention. This special itinerary tells you how the Ironbridge Gorge became a hub of creativity and innovation in Victorian Britain. Explore the workshops of the creative industries based here and see traditional practices that have endured into the modern age.
SEE HOW BRITISH TILE DESIGNERS INSPIRED THE WORLD
At Jackfield Tile Museum find out how the work of British tile designers influenced art and architecture all over the world. See early works by some of the most famous names in design including William Morris, Salvador Dali and Dora Batty.
Take a break with a snack at the cafe.
marvel at BEAUTIFUL CHINA
See daily demonstrations of heritage crafts at Coalport China Museum and be impressed by the skills and techniques that were needed by the Gorge's highly skilled craftspeople to make a living. Explore a kiln and see the beautiful objects that went around the world.
be surprised by ornate IRONwoRK
See how iron's use extended from the most everyday of objects to art and sculpture with stunning examples of decorative ironwork at Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron.
Learn about the development of the iron industry in the Gorge and the local figures who played a part.
Take away a unique memento
Take home a reminder of your trip to Ironbridge Valley of Invention. From many of our museums, including the three in this itinerary, you can take a unique souvenir, hand-made on site by our talented demonstrators using the heritage techniques you've seen in action.
From Foundry cast iron doorstops to ceramic chrysanthemums, there's something for everyone. Find out more about our stores on the Where to Eat and Shop page.
Explore work by local artists
See how the natural beauty of the Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site has inspired local artists in displays in the Footprint Gallery at Fusion, at Jackfield Tile Museum.
All the museums on this itinerary are included in our PASS and PASS PLUS, which allow you to visit the museums as many times as you like during a year.
Once you've finished the culture itinerary, you might like to try one of our other itineraries, for history and heritage fans and families.