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Ironbridge Gorge Museums

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A group of museums spread along the Ironbridge Gorge, a wooded valley in Shropshire. Sites include The Iron Bridge and Tollhouse, Blists Hill Victorian Town, Coalport China Museum, Jackfield Tile Museum and the Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron.

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Where to stay

  • IronbridgeVillage in the Gorge beside the bridge, with inns and B&Bs
  • TelfordLarge town about 15 minutes away, with chain hotels
  • Much WenlockSmall market town about 15 minutes away
  • BroseleyVillage on the south side of the Gorge, a few minutes away
  • BridgnorthHistoric town about 25 minutes away

Getting there

  • The Gorge is in Shropshire, 5 miles south of Telford town centre
  • Leave the M54 at junction 4 or 6 and follow the brown signs
  • Parking is at or near each museum and is charged, at £1.50 an hour capped at £6 (30 minutes free for drop-off)
  • Park & Ride (TF4 3XH) and Gorge Connect buses link many sites, usually at weekends in summer and school summer holidays; check the Telford & Wrekin Council timetables
TipThe museums are spread out over several miles with separate car parks, so plan which sites you want each day. Check which are open before travelling, as opening varies by site and season.

Travel details can change, especially on event days — check with the venue or operator before you travel.

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Where is the best place to stay near Ironbridge Gorge Museums?

Ironbridge: Village in the Gorge beside the bridge, with inns and B&Bs. Telford: Large town about 15 minutes away, with chain hotels. Much Wenlock: Small market town about 15 minutes away. Broseley: Village on the south side of the Gorge, a few minutes away. Bridgnorth: Historic town about 25 minutes away.

How do I get to Ironbridge Gorge Museums?

The Gorge is in Shropshire, 5 miles south of Telford town centre. Leave the M54 at junction 4 or 6 and follow the brown signs. Parking is at or near each museum and is charged, at £1.50 an hour capped at £6 (30 minutes free for drop-off). Park & Ride (TF4 3XH) and Gorge Connect buses link many sites, usually at weekends in summer and school summer holidays; check the Telford & Wrekin Council timetables.

Any tips for visiting Ironbridge Gorge Museums?

The museums are spread out over several miles with separate car parks, so plan which sites you want each day. Check which are open before travelling, as opening varies by site and season.

Which airport is closest to Ironbridge Gorge Museums?

The nearest airport on this site is Birmingham Airport, about 33 miles away in a straight line. See hotels near the airport.