Ironbridge & Telford

Ironbridge is a settlement on the River Severn, at the heart of the Ironbridge Gorge in Telford, Shropshire, England.

It lies in the parish of The Gorge, in the borough of Telford and Wrekin. The village developed beside, and takes its name from the famous Iron Bridge, a 30 metre (100 ft) cast iron bridge that was built across the river there in 1779.

By the 19th century, Ironbridge had had many well-known visitors including Benjamin Disraeli, but by the mid-20th century the village was in decline. In 1986 though, Ironbridge became part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site (which covers the wider Ironbridge Gorge area) and has become a major tourist attraction within Shropshire. Most industries in Ironbridge are now tourist related; however, the Merrythought teddy bear company (established in 1931) is still manufacturing in Ironbridge. Amongst other things, the village is still host to a Post Office, pharmacy, various pubs, cafés and many successful small shops.

An annual Coracle Regatta is held in August on the River Severn at Ironbridge, along with many other events throughout the year. Just outside Ironbridge in Coalbrookdale is the Ironbridge Institute, a partnership between the University of Birmingham and the Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust offering postgraduate and professional development in heritage.

Our Rail & Room Packages

Choose from one of the superb package deals below, available at three hotels - Grays Hotel & Conference Centre, The International Hotel and Holiday Inn Telford / Ironbridge.

One night break including a three course dinner (excluding drinks), breakfast and standard class return travel on Wrexham & Shropshire from £74.50 per person (double/ twin share). From £99 per person for a single room.

One night break including breakfast and standard class return travel on Wrexham & Shropshire from £49.50 per person (double/ twin share). From £79 per person for a single room.

Both of the above packages include free entry to Jungleland and Wonderland and discounted passports are available for Ironbridge Gorge Museums - Click here for more information about Telford

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