Ironbridge - Coalport - Local Info
Victorian Towns & Rocket Science!
Birthplace of the industrial revolution, Ironbridge Gorge is now the ideal place to get away from it all. Experience the sights, sounds (and smells!) of the Eighteenth Century at Blists Hill Victorian Town, or try experimenting with the latest machines and technologies at Enginuity - Ironbridge's museums have something to keep everyone entertained!
For more information on the museums, and up to date info on special offers and one-off events (ghostly tales by gas light anyone?) visit the museums website at www.ironbridge.org.uk/
Extreme Sports & Extreme Relaxation!
Outside of the museums there's still plenty to see and do: walking, mountain biking (and for the really brave even mountain boarding!) in the Shropshire hills, fishing in the Severn (day licences available from pub just 2 minutes walk from the hostel), cinemas and ice skating in Telford, or simply relaxing with a coffee in one of Ironbridge's many cafes, pubs and restaurants.
Apple Festivals, Regattas and Toy Duck Races!
Just some of the events in Ironbridge's calendar. For more info on what's going on & ideas of things to do in and around Ironbridge please give us a call at the hostel or check out these web sites - there's always something new happening!
www.ironbridgeguide.info/ironbridge_events/index.shtml - Ironbridge tourist Info website
www.greenwoodcentre.org.uk/ - Greenwood trust - courses and information on everything from coppicing to building your own corracle.
www.muchwenlockguide.info/ - Nearby historic market town. Local farmers market every Saturday and many a good pub!
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