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Ironbridge - Birthplace of Industry - Ironbridge
Ironbridge - Birthplace of Industry - Ironbridge

Having passed Ironbridge many times on the M6 on the way to North Wales curiosity brought me to Ironbridge one grey Saturday. The village has been made famous by its iron bridge and namesake - the first in the world. The gorge in which Ironbridge lays has been named a World Heritage Site and is home to ten industrial museums.

  • Last visit to Ironbridge: Feb 2007
  • Intro Updated Feb 25, 2007
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Jackfield Bridge - Ironbridge Jackfield Bridge Off The Beaten Path (2)

Built in 1994 this bridge replaced the reinforced concrete Free Bridge that had been condemned in 1986. It reinforces... more travel advice

St. Luke's Church - Ironbridge St. Luke's Church Off The Beaten Path (2)

Completed in 1837, the church is interestingly built the reverse of the majority of churches - the sanctuary being at... more travel advice

Bedlam Furnaces - Ironbridge Bedlam Furnaces Things to Do (12)

Located 500 yards from the bridge, Bedlam furnace was where the original bridge was cast from. more travel advice

Tollhouse - Ironbridge Tollhouse Things to Do (12)

The secrets of how and why the bridge was built are revealed in an exhibition housed in the original Tollhouse on the... more travel advice

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    Gillybob Nov 8, 2007 at 3:44 AM Report Abuse

    Who would have thought there was so much to see and do in Ironbridge! Good photos! Gillybob greetings

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