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Things to see & do in the immediate vicinity

Benthall Hall
t:  01952 882 159
e: 
w:  www.nationaltrust.org.uk
p:  Benthall
Broseley
nr Ironbridge TF12 5RX
Benthall Hall
 
National Trust. 16th century stone house, stunning oak-panelled interior and carefully restored plantsman`s garden and kitchen garden
Blists Hill Victorian Town
t:  01952 884391
e:  tic@ironbridge.org.uk
w:  www.ironbridge.org.uk
p:  Legges Way
Madeley
Ironbridge TF7 5DU
Blists Hill Victorian Town
Part of the Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust group and one of the most popular attractions in Shropshire - a living outdoor museum where all the staff dress in period costume. Visit a host of restored Victorian buildings, shops, factories, schools to name just a few.
Buildwas Abbey
t:  01952 433274
e: 
w:  www.english-heritage.org.uk
p:  Buildwas
Ironbridge TF87 BW
Buildwas Abbey
 
English Heritage. Cistercian Abbey ruins in beautiful location by the River Severn.
Coalport China Museum
t:  01952 884391
e:  tic@ironbridge.org.uk
w:  www.ironbridge.org.uk
p:  Coalport
Ironbridge TF8 7DQ
Coalport China Museum
 
 
National Collections of Caughley and Coalport china. Demonstration workshops and shop. Part of the Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust Group
Darby Houses
t:  01952 884391
e: 
w:  www.ironbridge.org.uk
p:  Darby Rd
Coalbrookdale
Ironbridge TF8 7DQ
Darby Houses
 
 
The restored homes of the Darby Family, located near to the Museum of Iron in Coalbrookdale. An Ironbridge Gorge Museum Site.
Enginuity
t:  01952 884391
e:  tic@ironbridge.org.uk
w:  www.ironbridge.org.uk
p:  Coalbrookdale
Ironbridge TF8 7DQ
Enginuity
 
Enginuity is an interactive design and technology centre that aims to inspire and capture the imagination of everyone intrigued by the secrets of how things around them are made and how they work. An Ironbridge Gorge Museum Site.
Jackfield Tile Museum
t:  01952 884391
e: 
w:  www.ironbridge.org.uk
p:  Jackfield
Ironbridge TF8 7DQ
Jackfield Tile Museum
 
 
Displays of decorative tiles, geological exhibitions, workshops and shop. Part of the Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust Group.
Museum of Iron
t:  01952 884391
e: 
w:  www.ironbridge.org.uk
p:  Coalbrookdale
Ironbridge TF8 7DQ
Museum of Iron
 
 
Darby furnace where ground breaking technology was used to smelt iron with coke resulting in the construction of the worlds first iron bridge built across the River Severn. An Ironbridge Gorge Museum Site.
Museum of the Gorge
t:  01952 884391
e: 
w:  www.ironbridge.org.uk
p:  The Wharfage
Ironbridge TF8 7DQ
Museum of the Gorge
 
 
An audio-video presentation will give you a flavour of what the gorge has to offer. There also is a scale model showing how busy the river was in Victorian times when it played a vital role transporting goods from place to place. Part of the Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust Group
The Iron Bridge
t:  01952 884391
e: 
w: 
p:  Ironbridge TF8 7JS
The Iron Bridge
 
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One of Shropshire's most famous landmarks and the world's first Iron Bridge.
The Tar Tunnel
t:  01952 884391
e:  tic@ironbridge.org.uk
w:  www.ironbridge.org.uk
p:  Coalport
Ironbridge
Telford TF8 7HT
The Tar Tunnel
 
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Over 200 years ago natural bitumen trickled like treacle into pools. It was turned into pitch, lamp black and rheumatics remedies. Now you can walk along this brick-lined tunnel where the bitumen still oozes through the walls. Part of the Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust Group
Ironbridge Arts & Framing
t:  01952 434020
e:  jenny@ironbridgeframing.co.uk
w:  www.ironbridgeframing.co.uk
p:  47 Newbridge Road
Ironbridge TF8 7BA
Ironbridge Arts & Framing
 
 
 
Offering Original Fine Art, Art supplies and Bespoke Picture Framing. Our services are on a private by appointment basis because we recognize that your life is not 9-5. If it is important enough to frame it is important enough for us to spend devoted time with the selection process of your mounting and frame for your cherished item. We also have a private gallery in Ironbridge where we exhibit our works. See website for examples. Simply stated our goals are those of our customers, value, quality and service.
Ironbridge Open Air Museum of Steel Sculpture
t:  01952 433152
e:  pam.brown@virgin.net
w:  www.go2.co.uk/steelsculpture/
p:  Moss House
Cherry Tree Hill
Coalbrookdale Ironbridge TF8 7EF
Ironbridge Open Air Museum of Steel Sculpture
 
 
 
Over 60 sculptures displayed throughout 10 acres of superbly diverse landscape just outside the historic Ironbridge Gorge
The Green Wood Centre
t:  01952 432769
e: 
w:  www.greenwoodcentre.org.uk
p:  Station Road
Coalbrookdale
Ironbridge TF8 7DR
The Green Wood Centre
 
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Enviromental craft centre offering workshops and products for sale. Cafe and woodland walks.

Things to see & do nearby - within approx 15 miles

Beverley Fry Artist
t:  01952 728576
e: 
w:  www.beverleyfry.co.uk
p:  Marsh Barn
Much Wenlock TF13 6PN
Beverley Fry Artist
 
 
Paintings, Drawings and Prints for Sale, Commissions & Art Workshops. Visit her Much Wenlock studio or join one of her regular artist's workshops - please phone or email for appointment.
Rays Farm Country Matters
t:  01299 841255
e: 
w:  www.raysfarm.com
p:  Billingsley
Bridgnorth WV16 6PF
Rays Farm Country Matters
Beauty and wonder in tranquil countryside haven with over 50 owls, many breeds of deer, goats and lots more friendly, cuddly animals. Woodland walk with picnic areas and beautiful wood carvings. Tea room & gift shop.
Shrewsbury Folk Festival
t:  01746 768813
e:  sandra@shrewsburyfolkfestival.co.uk
w:  www.shrewsburyfolkfestival.co.uk
p:  The Agricultural Showground
Berwick Road
Shrewsbury SY1 2PF
Shrewsbury Folk Festival
 
The Midland's biggest annual folk festival held every August bank holiday weekend. See website for details of this years event!
Bridgnorth Cliff Railway
t:  01746 762052
e:  Office@bridgnorthcliffrailway.co.uk
w:  www.bridgnorthcliffrailway.co.uk
p:  6A Castle Terrace
Bridgnorth WV16 4AH
Bridgnorth Cliff Railway
 
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Unique and historic Victorian Cliff Railway. Opened in 1892 to link High Town with Low Town and riverside quay. The oldest and steepest inland funicular railway in England
Mill Farm Riding Centre
t:  01746 785645
e:  mfrc1@tiscali.co.uk
w:  www.millfarmridingcentre.co.uk
p:  Hughley
Shrewsbury
SY5 6NT SY5 6NT
Mill Farm Riding Centre
 
 
 
Lessons for every ability in our large outdoor all-weather school, individual and group lessons. DIY and full livery are available, as well as horses for loan. For those wishing to bring their horse on holiday we offer B&B for you, stabling and pasture for your horse. With Mill Farm as your base, enjoy varied and safe rides in this spectacular corner of Shropshire. Special rides including Beach Rides, Childrens Acivities, hacks, and pub rides.
Sun Valley Canoeing
t:  07774 907326
e:  sunvalleycanoeing@calder.com
w:  www.virtual-shropshire.co.uk/sun-valley-canoeing
p:  65 Friar's Street
Bridgnorth WV16 4BJ
Sun Valley Canoeing
 
 
 
The Sun Valley Canoeing company has been running since 1988 and specialises in Canadian-style canoe trips for families, office parties, school parties, sports clubs and all types of out door venture clubs alike whether novice or expert
The Edge Adventure Activities
t:  01952 727491
e:  info@theedgeadventure.co.uk
w:  www.theedgeadventure.co.uk
p:  Much Wenlock
The Edge Adventure Activities
 
 
 
Based in rural Shropshire, The Edge offers a huge range of activities including Quad Biking / Trekking, Mountain Boarding / Grass boarding, 4x Mountain Biking, Clay Pigeon Shooting, Off Road Karting, Archery and Team Building Activities such as High Ropes, Zip Line and Orienteering
The Edge Mountainboarding & Quad Bike Centre
t:  01952 727491
e:  info@theedgeadventure.co.uk
w:  www.ridetheedge.co.uk
p:  Much Wenlock
The Edge Mountainboarding & Quad Bike Centre
 
Mountainboarding is an exciting cross between snowboarding and skateboarding - big in America and growing fast in Europe. Now you have the opportunity to try it for yourself in Shropshire and once you have, you'll be hooked! Quad Biking and a range of other activities now also available - see website for latest information.
Twenty Twenty Gallery
t:  01952 727952
e:  info@twenty-twenty.co.uk
w:  www.twenty-twenty.co.uk
p:  3/4 High Street
Much Wenlock TF13 6AA
Twenty Twenty Gallery
 
 
 
Contemporary craft and fine art gallery and shop in the centre of the delightful town of Much Wenlock. Arts Council recognised the gallery holds monthly exhibitions and offers the ‘Own Art’ making art affordable loan scheme.
Wenlock Olympian Trail
t: 
e: 
w:  www.wenlock-olympian-society.org.uk/
p:  Much Wenlock
Wenlock Olympian Trail
 
 
 
Much Wenlock is where Dr. William Penny Brookes inspired the Modern Olympic Games. The trail starts and ends at the Much Wenlock Museum, near the town square in High Street. In the museum a magnificent collection of Wenlock Olympian Society artefacts are on display illustrating the significant role of Much Wenlock in the revival of the Modern Olympic Games.
Attingham Park
t:  01743 708162
e: 
w:  www.nationaltrust.org.uk
p:  Atcham
Shrewsbury SY4 4TP
Attingham Park
 
National Trust: Mansion & Park, built in 1785. The park has walks along the River Tern and through a deer park
Bridgnorth Castle & Gardens
t: 
e: 
w: 
p:  Castle Hill
Bridgnorth WV16 4AL
Bridgnorth Castle & Gardens
 
Perched high on a sandstone cliff overlooking the Severn Valley the remains of this Norman castle keep now lean at a precarious fifteen degrees - more than the Leaning Tower of Pisa!
Bridgnorth Town Hall
t:  01746 762231
e: 
w: 
p:  High St
Bridgnorth WV16 4DW
Bridgnorth Town Hall
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Dominating the High Street this magnificent timber framed building was built in 1652. The splendidly preserved interior containing numerous historical town artifacts which must be seen.
Cronkhill Villa (NT)
t:  01743 708162
e:  cronkhill@nationaltrust.org.uk
w:  www.nationaltrust.org.uk
p:  Atcham
Nr Shrewsbury SY5 6JP SY5 6JP
Cronkhill Villa (NT)
 
 
A early 19th century villa near Shrewsbury. Please note only open on selected days throughout the year. See National Trust website for details.
Daniels Mill
t:  01746 762753
e: 
w: 
p:  Eardington
Bridgnorth WV16 5JL
Daniels Mill
 
Daniels Mill is one of Shropshire's gems. It holds the distinction of having the largest diameter waterwheel of any working corn mill in England.
Dudmaston Hall
t:  01746 780866
e: 
w:  www.nationaltrust.org.uk
p:  Quatt
Bridgnorth WV15 6QN
Dudmaston Hall
 
National Trust House, Parklands & Gardens. Home of Labouchere family. House contains extensive and varied art collections, botanical art, costumes and much more.
Haughmond Abbey
t:  01743 709661
e: 
w:  www.english-heritage.org.uk
p:  Upton Magna
Shrewsbury SY4 4RV
Haughmond Abbey
 
 
English Heritage - Extensive remains of 12th century Augustinian Abbey
Much Wenlock Museum
t:  01952 727679
e:  much.wenlock.museum@shrophire.gov.uk
w:  www.shropshireonline.gov.uk/museums.nsf
p:  The Memorial Hall
High Street
Much Wenlock
Much Wenlock Museum
 
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Included a collection of Wenlock Olympian Society artefacts illustrating the significant role of Much Wenlock in the revival of the Modern Olympic Games.
Northgate Museum
t:  01746 762830
e: 
w:  www.northgatemuseum.org.uk
p:  Bridgnorth
Northgate Museum
 
 
 
A fascinating collection of town artifacts run by Bridgnorth & District Historical Society.
Royal Air Force Museum Cosford
t:  01902 376 200
e:  cosford@rafmuseum.org
w:  www.rafmuseum.org.uk
p:  Cosford
Shifnal TF11 8UP
Royal Air Force Museum Cosford
 
 
Cosford is one of the UK's top aircraft museums. The huge site houses over 70 aircraft and a host of exhibitions and features, including the new Cold War exhibition.
Sabrina River Boat Cruises
t:  01244 325394
e: 
w: 
p:  Victoria Quay
Shrewsbury
Sabrina River Boat Cruises
 
 
Half-hour river cruises on the River Severn at Shrewsbury. Available weekends and school holidays during the summer.
Severn Valley Railway
t:  01299 409816
e:  info@svr.co.uk
w:  www.svr.co.uk
p:  Bridgnorth to Kidderminster
Severn Valley Railway
 
Premier Heritage Railway operating on the beautiful Severn Valley line from Bridgnorth to Kidderminster
Sunnycroft Villa
t:  01952 242884
e: 
w:  www.nationaltrust.org.uk
p:  Holyhead Road
Wellington
Telford TF1 2DR
Sunnycroft Villa
 
 
Late Victorian gentleman`s villa which has survived largely unaltered. The grounds are a mini estate with pigsties, stables, kitchen garden, orchards, conservatory, flower garden and superb Wellingtonia avenue.
Telford Ice Rink
t:  0845 155 9966
e: 
w:  www.telford.gov.uk/icerink
p:  St. Quentin Gate
Town Centre
Telford TF3 4JQ
Telford Ice Rink
 
 
 
Telford Steam Railway
t:  07765 858348
e: 
w:  www.telfordsteamrailway.co.uk
p:  Bridge Rd
Horsehay
Telford TF4 2NF
Telford Steam Railway
 
 
Telford Steam Railway is a preserved railway operated by a small and friendly team of volunteers on Sundays and bank holidays.
The Engine House
t:  01746 862387
e:  enginehouse@svr.co.uk
w:  www.svr.co.uk
p:  Station Road
Highley
Shropshire
Nr Bridgnorth WV16 6NP
The Engine House
 
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Impressive new visitor centre with exhibitions about the Severn Valley Railway
The Shropshire Hills Shuttle
t:  01588 673888
e:  shuttle@tess.org.uk
w:  www.shropshirehillsshuttles.co.uk
p:  Shropshire Hills and beyond!
The Shropshire Hills Shuttle