Darby Houses

Meet the Ironmasters – Explore their homes on the hill

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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 are now closed for the winter and will next open for Easter Weekend 2024.

The following facilities and rules apply at this attraction:

  • Guide dogs only

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

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Discover the Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site

GET INVOLVED

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Hands-on fun and interactive experiences

BE INSPIRED

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Explore our awe-inspiring collections 

DISCOVER INNOVATION

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Step in to the historical heart of Ironbridge

Opening times

Opening times
Dates Opening times
6th Nov – 23rd Dec 2023 Closed
27th Dec 2023 – 7th Jan 2024 Closed
8th – 21st Jan 2024 Closed
22nd Jan – 11th Feb 2024 Closed

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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