Explore the site and the remains of the water powered blast furnace where Abraham Darby I perfected the smelting of iron with coke instead of charcoal. It was the secret that helped make iron the essential material of the Industrial Revolution.
In the Great Warehouse models, films and original artefacts bring to life the revolutionary techniques that made Coalbrookdale the most famous ironworks in the world.
See the versatility of cast iron and marvel at the great skill of the Coalbrookdale craftsmen in the fabulous display of domestic and decorative ironwork. A large gift shop sells a range of cast-iron goods and souvenirs alongside a café serving a selection of light refreshments.
Find out about the Science, Sport, Life programme of events by clicking here.
EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
11/02/2012 - 19/02/2012 The Games & Me
Test your speed, reaction and skills using state of the art sports equipment at Enginuity as we celebrate the 2012 London Games with The Games and Me project.
23/03/2012 - 30/09/2012 CORE
Make sure you don't miss this exciting brand new digital art installation by renowned international artist Kurt Hentschläger.
The IRONBRIDGE GORGE MUSEUM TRUST, Coach Road, Coalbrookdale, Telford, TF8 7DQ is a limited company registered in England under the Companies Act 1948 Reg No. 918560 and the Charities Act 1960 Ref No. 503717-R.
The Ironbridge Gorge is a World Heritage Site.
