Welcome to the fascinating world of Ironbridge and Telford, the official tourism destination website.

The fresh air of the great outdoors.

A beautiful destination with treasures to delight the whole family

A packed programme of events throughout the year with something for everyone

A trip back in time at Ironbridge and Telford

A guide to Ironbridge and Telford visitor accommodation

Your shopping fantasies because Shropshire is a shopaholic's delight

A beautiful destination with treasures to delight the whole family

The most of the great outdoors and choose one of our many perfect picnic spots

At the magnificent market towns that Shropshire has to offer

The delights of the very best food and drink in a county with a reputation for superb local produce

Attractions and award-winning gems that impress visitors

Your experiences with your nearest and dearest at one of the many family-friendly attractions

Shopping in Ironbridge & Telford

Markets

Wellington Market

Shropshire has a wealth of magnificent market towns, with many still holding street and covered markets under charters granted hundreds of years ago.

The traditional markets in Telford offer all kinds of items, including tasty local produce and amazing arts and crafts, and there are also regular farmers markets in Ironbridge and Newport.

Ribbon of Creativity

For centuries the beautiful Ironbridge Gorge has been an inspiring destination for creativity and in particular the flourishing tile and ceramics industries. Today as a World Heritage Site, the tradition of creative skills lives on as many crafts people and artists have once again chosen to work here.
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Merrythought Village

The characteristic, Victorian brick buildings were originally constructed as a foundry by the Coalbrookdale Company in 1898. For over 75 years the factory has been the home of Merrythought Limited - England's oldest and most prestigious manufacturers of collectible hand made toys.
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Telford Town Centre TF3 4BX
The Iron Bridge TF8 7AA
Ironbridge Visitor Information Centre TF8 7NH
Wellington TF1 1SS
Bridgnorth WV15 6BP

How to Get Here

Ironbridge and Telford are perfectly placed for a day trip or a longer break, thanks to excellent road and rail links.

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Shopping in Ironbridge & Telford

Markets

Shropshire has a wealth of magnificent market towns, with many still holding street and covered markets under charters granted hundreds of years ago.

Ribbon of Creativity

Merrythought Village

The characteristic, Victorian brick buildings were originally constructed as a foundry by the Coalbrookdale Company in 1898. For over 75 years the factory has been the home of Merrythought Limited - England's oldest and most prestigious manufacturers of collectible hand made toys.