Jackfield Tile Museum
Discover how tiles by British designers decorated interiors around the world
see some of the most beautiful TILES IN THE WORLD
Visit this former tile factory and learn how at Jackfield natural resources and amazing skills combined to create a 19th century creative hub. See tiles made in Jackfield and exported around the globe as well as tiles by internationally known artists.
- Stroll through displays of tiles from the last 150 years in our galleries
- Soak up the atmosphere in recreations of ornate tile-decorated rooms
- Admire tiles by world-renowned artists like Salvador Dalí and William Morris
Visitor information
The following facilities and rules apply at this attraction:
BUY ONLINE
Buy your ticket online and save time when you visit.
Did you know we can claim an extra 25p on every £1 you spend when you buy a PASS or PASS PLUS – and without costing you a penny more! All you have to do is agree to Gift Aid your purchase.
FOOTPRINT ART GALLERY
Did you know there's a fantastic contemporary art gallery on-site at Jackfield Tile Museum?
The Footprint Gallery in Fusion has an exciting programme of regular exhibitions and events by a variety of local artists and community groups.
The gallery also hosts an annual Secret Severn event showcasing the work of a number of artists from the Ironbridge Gorge and beyond through open studios and galleries.
Tile Decorating Workshops
Fancy getting creative? You can take inspiration from your museum visit and create your own tile using the traditional process of tubelining during these unique workshops.
Led by Craven Dunnill Jackfield, you will use a clay slip to create an outline before infilling your pattern with beautiful coloured glazes.
Workshops take place on selected dates.
download our free digital guide
Enhance your visit with the free digital guide to Jackfield Tile Museum on the free Bloomberg Connects app.
As you make your way through the displays, the app content, which includes text, images, video and audio, will help bring the collections to life.
The app is available on iOS and Android devices and is designed with a variety of built-in accessibility features including captions and audio transcripts.
Find out more by downloading it from the App Store.
Parking
PASS PLUS holders and Friends can park in our Jackfield Tile Museum car park for free during their daytime visit by validating their PASS PLUS at the front desk when they arrive. Find out more.
EXPERIENCE IRONBRIDGE YOUR WAY
To help you get the most out of your visit to Ironbridge Valley of Invention, we’ve created three tailored itineraries to guide you around our sites in the UNESCO World Heritage Site Ironbridge Gorge.
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 |
|---|---|
| 30th Sep – 25th Oct 2024 | Wednesday to Sunday, 10am-4pm |
| 26th Oct – 3rd Nov 2024 | Monday to Sunday, 10am-4pm |
| 4th Nov – 22nd Dec 2024 | Wednesday to Sunday, 10am-4pm |
| 23rd Dec 2024 – 5th Jan 2025 | Monday to Sunday, 10am-4pm |
All museums are closed 24, 25 & 26 December.
See our opening times page for other attraction times.
Directions
The postcode for Jackfield Tile Museum is TF8 7LJ
See our directions page for further details.
tile-filled galleries
- Take a walk through an Edwardian Tube Station
- Touch, walk, and sit on magnificent tiles
- Take in the splendour of the Trade Show Room
Get Involved
- Take 'Jet Black the Jackfield Cat' on an interactive tour of the galleries
- Try out our Design Stations
- Peep in to a working ceramic factory and see tile decorating techniques
- Join-in our workshops on certain dates and decorate your own tile
Whilst you are here visit Fusion, home to a number of creative artists. You can visit their studios and purchase their work. Due to the nature of their work, opening times vary, so please contact the artists direct to check details.
Click here to read our FAQs.
Jackfield Tile Museum Café
Café serving a range of snacks and beverages. Open from 10am until 3.30pm.
Jackfield Tile Museum Gift Shop
Specialising in a range of beautiful tiles made by Craven Dunnill at Jackfield Tile Works. We offer a range of tile pot stands in a variety of designs as well as seconds tiles direct from the factory. The tiles available change regularly with decorative tiles in a range of glazes as well as encaustic tiles available. The shop also offers a range of souvenirs and gifts. The shop is open daily from 10am until 5pm and is accessible without paying admission to the museum.