About
Ironbridge is known throughout the world as the symbol of the Industrial Revolution. It contains all the elements of progress that contributed to the rapid development of this industrial region in the 18th century, from the mines themselves to the railway lines. Nearby, the blast furnace of Coalbrookdale, built in 1708, is a reminder of the discovery of coke. The bridge at Ironbridge, the world's first bridge constructed of iron, had a considerable influence on developments in the fields of technology and architecture.
Supporting sources: Legacy import provenance, Wikipedia
Plan your visit
Hours
The wider gorge is publicly accessible throughout the day. Museum opening hours vary by site and season; core museum sites commonly operate around 10:00-16:00.
Admission
Free
When to go
- Time of day: Morning, Afternoon
Features & amenities
What to expect
- Indoor + outdoor
What to bring
- Water
- comfortable shoes
Good to know
- Partially accessible
- Stroller-friendly
Tags
Planning Telford
The rest of my Telford saves, on the city's planning pages.