Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron
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Explore iron's impact on the world through interactive exhibits and historic objects interactive exhibits at Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron in Telford.
Established as part of the Ironbridge Gorge Museums Trust, the museum delves deep into the Industrial Revolution, showcasing how production of the transformative metal revolutionised the world. A must-see for anyone interested in industrial history and the enduring legacy of iron.
Not any old iron
The museum celebrates the importance of the early iron industry and houses a fabulous collection of fine art castings. Statues, benches, tables, plaques, fire surrounds and other works of art are displayed here. Highlights include two pieces by Victorian sculptor John Bell, the Deerhound Table which was designed for the Paris International Exhibition of 1855, and the Boy and Swan Fountain, cast by the Coalbrookdale Company for the Great Exhibition of 1851.
Iron-making process
Nearby is Abraham Darby's original Old Furnace, a revolutionary water-powered blast furnace where you can delve into the innovative techniques used to transform raw materials into iron. Interactive exhibits showcase the iron-making process, from the extraction of ore to the casting of finished products.
A part of Ironbridge
Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron is one of ten museum sites within the Ironbridge Gorge World UNESCO Heritage Site telling the story of the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution. Other nearby Ironbridge attractions include the Museum of the Gorge and Darby Houses and Enginuity.
Visitor information
Address
Coalbrookdale, Telford, Shropshire, TF8 7DQ
01952 433424
Opening times
22nd January - 4th April 2022
Wednesday to Sunday, 10am-4pm
4th April - 9th October 2022
Open Daily, 10am-5pm
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