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IRONBRIDGE Valley of Invention will open your mind and unleash your imagination as you discover the people and places that changed our lives. With fascinating things to explore, space to unwind, experiments to try and creativity to inspire, a visit will transform the way you see the world. Set within a UNESCO World Heritage site, Ironbridge Valley of Invention offers something for everyone. Step back in time at Blists Hill Victorian Town with its authentic shops and townsfolk and let off steam in Madeley Wood Co. Outdoor Adventure equipped with ziplines, raised walkways, basket swings and so much more. Stretch your imagination with experiments designed to open minds at Enginuity and explore the fascinating home of British tile design at Jackfield Tile Museum with its dazzling examples from the very best designers. Head to Coalport China Museum and marvel at exquisite ceramics and extraordinary craftsmanship and enter a real-life time capsule of clay tobacco pipemakers at Broseley Pipeworks. In Coalbrookdale, be inspired at the site where iron changed our lives forever at The Old Furnace, get up close and personal with the material that makes our world at the Museum of Iron and explore the homes of the Ironmasters, Darby Houses

Somewhere To Eat?

There are cafes and restaurants

Are There Toilets?

There are toilets

Want To Treat Yourself?

There are shops

Where Shall I Park?

There is paid parking

Features

  • Outdoor
  • Indoor
  • Disabled Access

Category

Museums

Museums

Suitable For

toddler

toddler

3-5

3-5

6-9

6-9

10+

10+

Claire’s Tip

Claire's Tips
"Get the PASS PLUS which includes access to all museums for a whole year plus additional discounts and benefits!"

Opening Times

Check the website for opening times.

Price Information

https://www.ironbridge.org.uk/plan/ticket-prices/

Facilities

ShopsCafes/restaurantsToiletsParking

How To Get There

Directions

Exit M54 junctions 4 or 6. Follow the brown and white tourism signs for Ironbridge Gorge.

Static google map of Ironbridge Valley of Invention

Tips