Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron

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.