Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron

Magnificent metal – Get closer to the material that makes our world

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Is iron the greatest material ever made?

Find out how iron, and particularly Coalbrookdale iron, changed the course of the world
See stunning exhibits, exquisite art castings and functional cookware all made from iron
Take a break at the Furnace Kitchen, now open for all visitors

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The following facilities and rules apply at this attraction:

Disabled toilets
Ladies & Gents toilets
Shopping available
Guide dogs only

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Opening times

Opening times
Dates	Opening times
4th Apr – 9th Oct 2022	Monday to Sunday, 10am-5pm
10th Oct – 31st Dec 2022	Wednesday to Sunday, 10am-4pm

See our opening times page for other attraction times.

Directions

The postcode for Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron is TF8 7DQ

See our directions page for further details.

CAST-IRON CRAZY

Be wowed by the stunning ‘Eagle Slayer’ statue
See exhibits from the legendary Great Exhibition of 1851
Enjoy a picnic on the Green by the Boy & Swan Fountain
Snap a selfie with one of the life-sized dogs on the impressive Deerhound Table

BIRTHPLACE OF INDUSTRY

Step inside Abraham Darby’s original Old Furnace
Hear the Clock Tower bell chime every hour, on the hour
Take in the view from the top floor of the Museum of Iron

Is there a cashpoint?

You can withdraw money from our free-to-use cash machine at Blists Hill Victorian Town or from the Co-op in Ironbridge town.

Can I bring my dog?

Assistance dogs are welcome to visit with you, other dogs are welcome at Blists Hill Victorian Town only.

How long will my visit last?

We suggest a visit to Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron will take at about 1 ½ hours.

These are our recommended visit times:

Blists Hill Victorian Town	3+ hours
Coalport China Museum	1.5 hours
Tar Tunnel	20 minutes
Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron	1.5 hours
Darby Houses	1 hour
Enginuity	2 hours
Iron Bridge & Tollhouse	30 minutes
Museum of The Gorge	45 minutes
Jackfield Tile Museum	1.5 hours
Broseley Pipeworks	1 hour

Is there anything for kids to do?

There’s a great family trail around the Coalbrookdale site to follow, pick it up from reception on arrival.

Is the Museum suitable for visitors with disabilities?

Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron is on three floors, all of which are accessible by a passenger lift.
Accessible parking is next to the museum.
There is an accessible toilet on site.
There are many tactile objects around the museum, that all are welcome to touch
Ask at reception for the best route if you are using a wheelchair
Please download an Access Guide Here

Animal Tales

21st Jul 2022 - 4th Sep 2022

Animal Tales

Trail, talks & activities, across all of our Museums, featuring Ironbridge’s many connections with animals, from cats to elephants!

Friends' Talk: 'Mrs Beeton - The Victorian Delia Smith?'

Friends' Talk: 'Mrs Beeton - The Victorian Delia Smith?'

Join us for this talk by the Friends of the museum.

Heritage Open Days: Coalbrookdale

17th - 18th Sep 2022

Heritage Open Days: Coalbrookdale

Join us for a celebration of 'Astounding Inventions' at Coalbrookdale with free admission.

Revealing Research

17th - 18th Sep 2022

Revealing Research

Join our Senior Curator, Georgina Grant, to look at a previously unseen archive of the Coalbrookdale Company ironworks.

Friends' Talk: 'The Families of Caughley'

Friends' Talk: 'The Families of Caughley'

Join us for a talk by the Friends of the museum.

Friends' Talk: 'Benthall Railways'

Friends' Talk: 'Benthall Railways'

Join us for this talk by the Friends of the museum

Friends' Talk: '18th Century Colliery Steam Engines in the Gorge'

Friends' Talk: '18th Century Colliery Steam Engines in the Gorge'

Join us for this talk by the Friends of the museum.

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The Furnace Kitchen

New restaurant serving a contemporary range of British & European cuisine.

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