With some breathtaking scenery planning short breaks in Ironbridge is an ideal location to unwind. Erected in the heart of Shropshire stands a monument to British industry. The world’s first iron bridge. Built across the River Severn at Coalbrookdale in 1779, this world-famous site originated during a time of colossal change in Britain and became open to traffic in 1801.
Described as the ‘birthplace of the Industrial revolution’, Ironbridge became a *UNESCO Word Heritage site in 1986, sitting alongside other famous sites such as The Pyramids, The Grand Canyon and The Taj Mahal. It was at Ironbridge that the first large scale manufacture of cast iron was developed using a process colonised by Abraham Darby III, a Quaker pot founder. He became the first person to smelt iron using coke as his fuel instead of customary charcoal.
Visit the ten award-winning Ironbridge Gorge Museums that tell the momentous story of how Ironbridge all began. Each museum sends you back in time to when Ironbridge was nothing more than the sound of hammers and horse shoes and clouds of steam filling the sky.
Walk in the footsteps of the Victorians, taking you on a journey through the history of Ironbridge and the lifestyle of Coalbrookdale. There are multiple museums to visit including; The Tollhouse and Ironbridge, The museum of the Gorge, Museum of Iron, Blists Hill, Coalport China Museum, Darby Houses, Jackfield Tile Museum, Broseley Pipeworks, Enginuity, and the Tar Tunnel. Each museum holds an individual story to how Coalbrookdale became the town it is today.
Not only is Ironbridge a pivotal location in the world’s history, it homes a variety of amenities for people of all ages. From historical sites and scenic walks to raft tours and parks, Ironbridge is a town bursting with life. If you fancy Short Breaks in Ironbridge, why not stay in one of our Shropshire County Hotels or Inns, each one only a short distance away from the famous town.
Ironbridge is accessible via car, train, cycle, and bus. Stay at one of Shropshire County Hotels or Inns for the easiest transport routes to Ironbridge.
Telford Central Railway resides 6 miles north of the Ironbridge Gorge with convenient local bus and taxi services. There are bus services running from Bridgnorth, Telford and Shrewsbury to Ironbridge, visit either www.arrivabus.co.uk or www.telfordpublictransport.co.uk for more information. The Ironbridge Gorge is also cycle friendly with connections to the National Cycle Network Route 45 & 55.
*United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organisation.
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Jul 15
#Repost @the_raven_hotel ・・・ Save money when you dine out with us during August, just come in, relax, enjoy and let our team do the rest 👨🏻🍳🍽 We’ve joined the ‘Eat Out to Help Out’ scheme which gives you 50% off food and non-alcoholic drinks up to £10 per person, per meal (including little adults) This offer can be used as many times as you like throughout August . . . #raven #ravenhotel #supportlocal #supportinglocal #weareopen #welcomeback #we’vemissedyou #dine #relax #enjoy #eatout #eatouttohelpout #eatouttohelpoutscheme #dinewithus #loungemenu #courtyard #bar #restaurant #summer ...
Jul 13
#Repost @fishmorehall ・・・ Putting the family into Independent Family Business this weekend ahead of the Fishmore Hall team returning next week. Grandparents, parents and brother were great value, as usual, but 6 week old niece Ivy Mae, while good entertainment value, could do with following in her big brothers footsteps and picking up a paintbrush or something. #💪🏼 #reopeningsoon #notlongnow #ludlow #shropshire ...
#Repost @olddowntonlodge ・・・ A different angle for our lovely Courtyard Garden. Stay the night with us and you can wake up with this view . To book SEE LINK IN BIO . . #interiordesign #antiques #history #countryinteriors #countryhomes #countryhotel #shooting #shootinglodge #shropshire #shopshirelife #shopshirefoodies #ludlow #ludlowfoodies #olddowntonlodge #downtononrock #downtonontherock #downtonlodge #specialplacestostay #boutiquehotel #finedining #minibreak #weddingvenue #englishweddings #englishweddingvenues #shropshirewedding #shropshireweddingvenues #smallweddingvenue #restaurantwithrooms ...
#Repost @olddowntonlodge ・・・ Our Chef Nick Bennett loves popping in extra surprises to our menu like this Pre Dessert. Parsnip cake and Passion fruit Curd ice cream. . To Book SEE LINK IN BIO . #foodie #instagramchef #chefsofinstagram #professionalchef #masterchef #bitishfoodies #foodphotography #food #countryhotel #shootinglodge #shropshire #shopshirelife #shopshirefoodies #ludlow #ludlowfoodies #olddowntonlodge #specialplacestostay #boutiquehotel #finedining #foodiebreak #foodieholiday #restaurantwithrooms #restaurant #artofplating #staffcanteen #prettyplates #predessert #parsnipcake ...
#Repost @thecastlehotelbishopscastle ・・・ Summer evenings in Shropshire are beautiful! Don't you agree? ...
#Repost @fishmorehall ・・・ Practice run before the reopening. Looking forward to seeing guests sat out here in just under two weeks time! #ludlow #shropshire #grasscutting #walkingbreak #staycation #staycationuk #dogfriendlyhotel ...
Jul 4
#Repost @olddowntonlodge ・・・ Ready for Service: The Restaurant Dining Room at Old Downton Lodge. The Hall is one of the oldest sections of Old Downton Lodge as it was built around the time of the Norman Conquest . To Book SEE LINK IN BIO . #Normanarchitecture #greathall #diningroom #restaurantdiningroom #restaurant #Normanhistory #britishhistory #Normanconquest #chefnickbennett #historicengland #shropshire #shopshirelife #shopshirefoodies #ludlow #ludlowfoodies #olddowntonlodge #downtononrock #downtonontherock #downtonlodge #specialplacestostay #boutiquehotel #finedining #minibreak #weddingvenue #englishweddings #englishweddingvenues #shropshirewedding #restaurantwithrooms #restaurant #shropshirerestaurant ...
#Repost @thecastlehotelbishopscastle ・・・ We're all ready for tomorrow! ...
#Repost @goldstonehall ・・・ Gᴀʀᴅᴇɴ Vᴇɢ Bᴏx ᴀɴᴅ Dɪɴɴᴇʀ Bᴏxᴇs . These have been extremely well received and we will continue – initially into the foreseeable future. The feedback has been extraordinary, and we feel this loyalty and enthusiasm deserves similar response and enthusiasm from us to keep going and we love doing it. This Week’s Dinner Box for 2: ...
#Repost @hadleyparkhouse ・・・ I think we all deserve a night away and a change of scenery! Hadley Park has some fantastic Staycation deals available for July & August. Bed & Breakfast rates from £89 per night, Dinner inclusive £139. (based on two guests) Do you have a special birthday or anniversary coming up? Then why not indulge in a romantic night away with breakfast in bed 🥰 To book please call us on 01952 677269 or email info@hadleypark.co.uk #staycation #staycation2020 #ᴏvernightstay #nightaway #overnightstays #acommadation #hotel ...
#Repost @fishmorehall ・・・ Just 3 more weeks to go and we will be back! So excited. Can only imagine how our friends are feeling who are opening tomorrow. Have a great weekend everyone! #shropshire #ludlow #returningsoon #booknow #staycation #visitshropshire #britishbreaks #countrysidehotel #ruralhotel #tastingmenu ...
#Repost @thehundredhouse ・・・ We’re soooooo excited to reveal the first sneak peak of our new marquee! LOVE to know what you think... Don’t forget, from this weekend , food is now served 12-8pm, 7 days a week 😱😱😱! Booking is advisable, Saturday 4th lunchtime sold out record quick! #marqueedining #marqueelights #outdoordining #floraldesign #countrypub ...
Jun 24
#Repost @the_raven_hotel ・・・ We have a wonderful selection of fresh fruit, the perfect snack for a hot summers day ☀️ 🍒🍑🥭🍇🍏🍊🍐🍎🍓🍌🍍🥝 . . . #raven #ravenhotel #ravenmarketplace #marketplace #market #fruitandveg #lardergoods #freshisbest #shoplocal #supportlocal #supportinglocal #berries ...
#Repost @thecastlehotelbishopscastle ・・・ Call 01588638403 for more information and to book ...
#Repost @fishmorehall ・・・ Get ready and armed with those diaries... The restaurant menu is ready and live on the website, our online booking diaries for the restaurant and hotel are open, and you can book NOW for dates after the relaunch on the 23rd July. Can’t wait to see you! www.fishmorehall.co.uk #hotelreopening #restaurantreopening #findining #tastingmenu #seeyousoon #booknow ...
#Repost @thecastlehotelbishopscastle ・・・ After receiving the wonderful news that we are able to reopen our doors on Saturday 4th july, we now begin one of the hardest challenges we have ever faced. Our main aim is to keep both our customers and staff safe, in order to do this we will have to adapt our business. Please bear with us while we navigate this unknown territory. We will have new systems in place and we ask you to be patient while we all adapt to these changes. We will keep you as updated as possible over the coming week and thank you all for your continued support. Its been lovely to hear from you all during lockdown, its given us all a little ray of hope that one day things will improve. The battle to rebuild our business has only just begun. ...
Feb 29
#Repost @coachhousenorbury ・・・ OMG. Are they blue skies? Without wanting to tempt fate it seems that it’s actually stopped raining, sleeting, snowing. The Shire is looking absolutely golden again. In celebration of that mythical golden orb in the sky, we’ve put some very attractive dinner, bed & breakfast offers on our website. Get in touch & come and see us this weekend. #coachhousenorbury #visitshropshire #restaurantwithrooms ...
Feb 28
#Repost @fishmorehall ・・・ Lunch offer for March being launched tomorrow. £20 for 3 courses. Make sure you’re following us on Facebook or signed up to our newsletter for more information. #springiscoming #lunchoffer #daysout #ludlow #shropshire ...
#Repost @hadleyparkhouse ・・・ With the release of the NEW Peter Rabbit 2, we thought we would do something extra special this Easter, with Beatrix Potter’s Peter Rabbit Inspired Afternoon Tea. Join us on Sunday 19th April and Discover a magical wonderland of Mr McGregor’s Garden. Enjoy Peter’s favourite treats inspired by the classic Beatrix Potter tale. This unique theme features tasty savoury treats, sandwiches, homemade scones and every Bunny’s favourite carrot cake, perfect for little ones and adults alike. Adults £21.95pp / Children 13.95pp To book please call us on 01952 677269 Tables available from 2 till 4pm #afternoontea #peterrabbit #themedafternoontea #shropshire #hadleyparkhousehotel ...
#Repost @thecastlehotelbishopscastle ・・・ Visit Shropshire and support local businesses ❤ As many of you may have seen Shropshire has been in the headlines the last few weeks due to unprecedented flooding. Shrewsbury town centre, Ludlow and Ironbridge have all been affected along with rural parts of the county. Water levels are now going down and many businesses have begun the big clean up operation. Fortunately Bishops Castle is situated on high ground surrounded by the beautiful rolling hills therefore we have been unaffected by the floods but our heart goes out to all our friends and local businesses that have been. So as a result we would like to try and support these businesses get back on their feet by making an effort to increase tourism in the area. That's why were offering our biggest spring sale ever! Book a midweek stay from 1st March until 19th March and receive a massive 55% off our standard rates. Shropshire has so much to offer from exceptional walks to small independent shops selling everything from a nice hot coffee to hand crafted art. So give us a call to book your stay, you'll not only be supporting us but helping Shropshire recover 🌏 ...
