Broseley Pipeworks

The Broseley Pipeworks played a pivotal role in Britain's industrial landscape. As one of the most prolific clay tobacco pipe makers in the country, it churned out pipes exported worldwide. Today, the museum meticulously safeguards this legacy.

What to see

Walking through well-preserved workshops and learn about the pipe-making process, from shaping the raw clay to firing the finished products. Beyond the production process and the pipes themselves, the Broseley Pipeworks also sheds light on the lives of the people who made it all possible. Gain insight into the working conditions and daily routines of the factory workers through exhibits and guided tours.

Pipe collection

Broseley Pipeworks houses an impressive collection of clay tobacco pipes. From the classic churchwarden pipes to the curiously long Dutch long straws, the museum showcases the variety and ingenuity of these everyday objects. Surprisingly, the pipes weren't just for smoking tobacco! The museum also houses examples of clay pipes specifically designed for medicinal purposes.

A part of Ironbridge

Broseley Pipeworks is one of ten museum sites within the Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site telling the story of the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution, located within walking distance of other Ironbridge attractions such as the Museum of the Gorge and the Iron Bridge and Toll House.