Walk around the original furnace where Abraham Darby I perfected the world-changing iron smelting technique.
- Discover the furnace at the heart of Ironbridge
- The catalyst that changed industry
- Walk through an historic valley landscape
Visitor information
The following facilities and rules apply at this attraction:
While you're at The Old Furnace
Whilst you are here you can also visit Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron and the Darby Houses (seasonal opening). Kids will love stretching their imagination at the nearby Enginuity.
There are beautiful walks in and around the woodlands at Coalbrookdale, many noted by markers.
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 |
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19th Feb – 22nd Mar 2024 | Wednesday to Sunday, 10am-4pm |
23rd Mar – 7th Apr 2024 | Monday to Sunday, 10am-5pm |
8th Apr – 21st Jul 2024 | Monday to Sunday, 10am-5pm |
22nd Jul – 1st Sep 2024 | Monday to Sunday, 10am-5pm |
All museums are closed 24, 25 & 26 December.
See our opening times page for other attraction times.
Directions
The postcode for The Old Furnace is TF8 7DQ
See our directions page for further details.