Darby Houses
Explore the homes of the Coalbrookdale Ironmasters
a Dynasty of Ironfounders – the homes that the Darbys built
A short walk from Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron up the hill lie the beautiful Darby Houses, former homes to the Darby family.
Rosehill House, built in 1738, and Dale House, built in 1717, sit on the hillside overlooking Coalbrookdale, so that the industrialists who lived there could have easy access to their place of work.
Unfortunately it is not currently possible to visit the rooms where the Darby family lived as the Darby Houses are closed in 2025 while conservation work funded by the National Heritage Memorial Fund takes place.
However, you can still see the outside or find out more about the building's history here. Try our Life of Iron itinerary if you would like to find out more about iron and its significance in the Ironbridge Gorge.
Visitor information
The following facilities and rules apply at this attraction:
Walk to the Darby Houses from the Museum of the Gorge
We have created three walking routes that guide you through the beautiful Ironbridge Gorge between the Museum of the Gorge and three of our other museums, including the Darby Houses. To find out how to visit the Darby Houses on foot, click here.
INTRODUCING IRONBRIDGE
Discover the Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site
DISCOVER INNOVATION
Step in to the historical heart of Ironbridge
Opening times
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Directions
The postcode for Darby Houses is TF8 7EW
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Don't Miss...
- Dressing up in period costume at Rosehill House
- Enjoy the stunning view of Coalbrookdale from every floor
- Take a look at Abraham Darby III’s original desk in Dale House
- See family memorabilia, including costume and letters
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