a Dynasty of Ironfounders – the homes that the Darbys built
Take the short walk from Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron up the hill to 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.
The Darby Houses will reopen at Easter 2024 and will be open on selected dates during the summer.
Visitor information
The following facilities and rules apply at this attraction:
Wander around Rosehill House as if it’s 1850 and get a glimpse of an Industrialist’s life.
See family heirlooms in the very rooms that they were originally used.
INTRODUCING IRONBRIDGE
Discover the Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site
GET INVOLVED
Hands-on fun and interactive experiences
BE INSPIRED
Explore our awe-inspiring collections
DISCOVER INNOVATION
Step in to the historical heart of Ironbridge
Opening times
| Dates | Opening times |
|---|---|
| 8th Apr – 21st Jul 2024 | Saturday & Sunday, 11am-3pm |
| 22nd Jul – 1st Sep 2024 | Monday to Sunday, 11am-3pm |
Dale House will open from 12noon on the following Sundays:
31 March, 28 April, 26 May, 30 June, 28 July, 25 August & 29 September.
See our opening times page for other attraction times.
Directions
The postcode for Darby Houses is TF8 7EW
See our directions page for further details.
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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