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One of Shropshire's top attractions, the Ironbridge Gorge is known throughout the world as the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution.
But please do not be deceived by our heritage. Nowadays the area is far from industrial. Although the revolution started here, most of the factories are long gone and the natural beauty of the Gorge has been restored.
Beyond the Museums
Of course many of our visitors are attracted to the superb Victorian themed museums operated by the Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust.
However the Gorge is a splendid attraction in its own right.
Nature has reclaimed most of the former industrial sites, leaving us with a unique and beautiful wooded valley. The gorge is a now a maze of footpaths, bridleways and country lanes.
The former homes of the Victorian Iron Masters and their workers can still be found in the communities around the Gorge. But no longer will you find the grimy back streets, or rows of chimneys belching back smoke. Nowadays the old homes are set in the picturesque villages and hamlets dotted across the valley.
Beyond the Gorge and the Museums you have the beauty of Shropshire to explore, with medieval towns, spectacular scenery gardens and historical sites dating back over 2,000 years.
Our hope in producing this guide is to persuade you to spend a little more time with us and perhaps to explore the rich and diverse environment that exists beyond the industrial heritage and museums of the gorge.
Our Ironbridge Gorge Tour is great place to start!
Please enjoy your visit and do come back soon!
Ironbridge - Buildwas - Coalbrookdale - Jackfield - Coalport - Broseley |
