Walking and Rambling in Ironbridge
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YHA Ironbridge Coalport
Overview
YHA Ironbridge Coalport is positioned within the Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site, home to 10 family-friendly museums, littered with industrial archaeology and brimming with places to grab a bite to eat or a drink. The youth hostel is situated on the banks of the river Severn, with canal paths and old railway line walking routes to the iconic Iron Bridge.
This hostel is ideal for family holidays, and for those keen to learn more about industry. Refurbished in 2009, YHA Ironbridge Coalport boasts conference facilities and our fantastic on-site café.
Accommodation at this hostel
- Bed in a shared room is offered here
- Private room is offered here
- Entire place is offered here
- Camping & Cabins is not offered here
Why guests love this hostel
- Situated in the Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site
- One of the original factory buildings of the Coalport China Works
- Just a short way from the Iron Bridge
Accommodation at YHA Ironbridge Coalport
Group booking
Serviced group stays for 16 to 80 people
YHA Ironbridge Coalport, nestled in the heart of the Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site, offers a unique blend of history and modern comfort. Located just 15 minutes from the award-winning Blists Hill Victorian Town, visitors can immerse themselves in the history of the bustling 19th-century town. Nearby, Coalbrookdale showcases the legacy of three generations of Quakers who revolutionised iron production.
School groups can explore 10 museums within the area, aligning their visits with the National Curriculum. There are outdoor activities like hiking and biking abound, while water enthusiasts can enjoy cruises and water sports on the river Severn. Also, the town of Ironbridge offers historic charm, independent shops and tasty dining options.
Group-friendly facilities
Sleeping arrangements
Most of our bedrooms are dormitory style rooms with bunk beds. We always try to allocate bedrooms close together and will never ask your group to share bedrooms with anyone not in your group.
Upgrades are available for sole use of an area, floor or the entire place.
Shared spaces
The hostel is in a grade II listed original factory building which features spacious communal areas and modern amenities including a meeting room.
Group catering
With tasty breakfasts, packed lunches and evening meals, groups are sure to find something delicious to eat at YHA Ironbridge Coalport (see sample menu).
Meal plans range from bed and breakfast up to full-board catering. Vegetarian options are available and we aim to cater for any special dietary requests.
Parking
Parking is available at the hostel (charges apply).
Accredited site
YHA Ironbridge Coalport holds a Learning Outside the Classroom Quality Badge (105541).
This accreditation means that this hostel has externally audited risk assessments, verified insurance provision, quality checked safety logs and delivery observed by national reviewers.
Hostel facilities
- 24-hour access after check-in
- Ambulant accessible
- Baby changing
- Café
- Classroom(s)
- Coach parking on premises
- Contactless payments
- Corridor zoning
- Cycle store
- Defibrillator
- Dining room
- Evening meals
- Games
- Group meals
- Highchair
- Library
- Licensed bar
- Meeting room(s)
- No mobile coverage
- Outdoor seating
- Paid parking on premises
- Restaurant
- Self-catering kitchen
- Shared drying room
- Shared laundry room
- Shared lounge
- Shared TV
- Sole use available
- Unlimited breakfast
- Vending machines
- Water refill station
- Wheelchair accessible
- WiFi
Hostel need to know
Reception opening hours: From 07:30 - 10:00 and 17:00 - 22:00.
Food and drink: Breakfast is served to guests from 07:30 – 09:00 daily. Meals are also available from 10:00 – 20:30.
Licensed bar: This hostel has a licensed bar offering a range of alcohol and soft drinks. It is not possible for guests to bring their own alcohol, except when hiring the whole hostel through YHA Exclusive Hire.
Self-catering: Guests have access to a self-catering kitchen.
Café and restaurant opening hours: Severnside Café and Bar is open to the public Fridays and Saturdays 10:00 – 16:00, Sundays 10:00 – 15:30.
Parking: There is plenty of onsite parking for visitors. Charges apply.
WiFi: Free WiFi is available in social spaces.
Dogs: Pets are not permitted at YHA Ironbridge Coalport, except when hiring the whole hostel through YHA Exclusive Hire. Assistance dogs are welcome - please notify us at the time of booking.
YHA Ironbridge Coalport - Access Statement
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Food and drink at YHA Ironbridge Coalport
Things to do around YHA Ironbridge Coalport
Watersports in Ironbridge
We've done it in a canoe, kayak and even in a white water raft and we love it. For a peaceful time on the water try the stretch from Ironbridge to Bridgnorth or for a buzz have a play around on the...
Mountain biking in Ironbridge
Take an historic ride on the Silkin Way from Coalport or follow the cycle routes in to Ironbridge following the banks of the River Severn.
West Midlands Safari Park
Are you ready to safari and come face to face with some of the fastest, tallest, largest and cutest animals around? Visit the website
Cycling in Ironbridge
Follow cycle route 45, 55 and 81 from the doorstep, do your own thing or take an Olympic journey and cycle to the home of Wenlock Olympian Games and have a well earned tea and cake.
Wroxeter Roman City
10 miles For an unforgettable look into the past, visit Wroxeter for one of the best preserved examples of a British Roman town. You can walk through the tiles of a Roman bathhouse. Visit the website
Severn Valley Railway
Take a ride on this stunning steam railway through 16 miles of delightful Worcestershire and Shropshire countryside. Check out the route on the Severn Valley Railway website.
Blist Hill Victorian Village
Meet the Victorians in this recreated Victorian town, with cottages, shops and workplaces. Don't miss the horse and cart ride! See the Blist Hill pages of the Ironbridge website
Jackfield Tile Museum
Want to get to know more about local industry? The Jackfield Tile Museum lets you wander through an atmospheric Edwardian Tube Station and a old-fashioned pub. Want to paint your own tile(s), there...
Ironbridge Gorge Museums
There are ten award-winning Museums along the valley beside the wild River Severn - still spanned by the world's first Iron Bridge. Visit the Museums website for full details
Enginuity
Switch on your imagination in our interactive Design & Technology Centre and discover how ideas are turned into products. Visit the Enginuity website
Bridgnorth Cliff Railway
A working railway transports customer up 111ft sandstone cliffs that separate the town and the River Severn. Visit railway website
RAF Cosford
Admission is free to this museum with 70 aircraft on display. Home to war planes, missiles and transport & training collections. Visit the website
Coalport China Museum
50 metres Explore the National Collections of Coalport China and watch daily demonstrations of china making. Visit the website
More about this hostel
Volunteering
Volunteering with YHA is a fantastic way to have fun, learn new skills, boost your CV and travel to different places. We have a variety of different opportunities to choose from and volunteering roles to suit everyone.
The tasks are varied and in return you will meet some great people, who both work and stay in our hostels, as well as enjoying your time off discovering the local area and attractions.
Find out more and apply to volunteer at this hostel through YHA volunteering.
History
At the end of 18th century, Coalport was a small settlement on the banks of the river Severn, an area noted for producing ceramics since Roman times.
It was called Coalport after the coal that was transferred from canal to river vessels at this junction. The most important industry to be attracted to the new town was the china manufacturing enterprise of John Rose who moved into a new factory at Coalport in 1779.
This factory was converted to the current youth hostel in 1997 and some of the original features, including the decorative flooring on the first floor, remain.
Meet the team
Manager recommends: This Gorge offers so much to do for a sightseeing holiday or school trip, but if you're just on a weekend break you must take a walk from Coalbrookdale and step back in time at Blist Hill Victorian Town.
On longer breaks, there’s still plenty to do within a twenty minute drive such as visiting the Royal Air Force Museum at Cosford, learning about the creation of the modern Olympic Games at Much Wenlock or exploring the interesting town of Bridgnorth with its funicular railway linking the high and low towns. On a visit of any length, a walk into Ironbridge for a well earned drink on the banks of the River Severn finishes off a perfect day.
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