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Step into the sights, sounds and stories of Ironbridge Gorge’s industrial past with a visit to the National Trust’s Blists Hill, and explore a working-class town in the East Shropshire coalfield.
Visit Victorian shops and cottages, meet craftspeople demonstrating their trades and meet costumed storytellers sharing what everyday life was like for people living and working in industrial towns such as this.
As you make your way through the streets, stop off at the fish and chip shop for traditional beef dripping chips (vegan and gluten free options available) and enjoy a sing-a-long and drink in the New Inn public house.
Encounter some of the well-loved characters of the town, including Constable Jarrett, while enjoying demonstrations and giving the Victorians a hand with everyday tasks.
Let the young (and young at heart) run free in the Madeley Wood Outdoor Play Area, dress up like a Victorian in our Photography Studio or if you’re brave, join a lesson in the Board Schoolroom.
Some well-loved experiences, including horse-drawn carriage rides, steam exhibits and forge demonstrations, are expected to return in the coming months.
As a living, evolving town, Blist Hill will continue to be re-opened and restored over time. Keep an eye out for conservation work on the Saw Mill and a refreshed Bank exchange coming before the school holidays, as well as Fairs, more familiar faces and a summer of fun.
Initially, all visitors including National Trust members, will need to pre-book to visit Blists Hill. Book your visit here.
Facilities
Accessibility
- Accessible parking
- Accessible toilets
- Age friendly
- Baby changing facilities
- Disabled Accessibility
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Orientation visits available
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Wheelchair accessible
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant - Forest Glenn Refreshment Pavilion - Serves a range of different lunch and snack options, including hot & cold refreshments Fried Fish Dealer - Enjoy traditionally cooked fish & chips Welcome Café - Perfect for a quick snack as well as hot and cold refreshments
- Picnic Site - Enjoy a picnic on the Green outside the Forest Glen refreshment pavilion adjacent to the fairground.
Leisure Facilities
- Shop
Parking & Transport
- Coach parking available
- On site parking
- Parking (charge) - Parking is charged at £1 per hour, with a maximum stay of 5 hours. Paying for parking is done on exit and can be made using one of the parking machines, alternatively you can also pay online 48 hours after your visit for more information on parking at Blists Hill Victorian Town use the following link https://www.ironbridge.org.uk/plan/how-to-get-here/#car-parks
Payment Methods
- Accepts major credit and debit cards
- Major credit cards acceptable
Printed Material in Foreign Languages
- French printed material
- German printed material
- Italian printed material
- Japanese printed material
- Spanish printed material
Provider Facilities
- Accept coach parties
- Available for wedding receptions
- Dog Friendly
- Dogs Accepted
- Group Friendly
- Printed Material in Foreign Languages
- Toilets
Provider Features
- Forest Location - Surrounding Blists Hill Victorian Town is some fantastic woodland ideal for walking and exploring, a picturesque walk along the canal side is also recommended.
- In countryside
- Indoor Attraction
- No Smoking Attraction
- Outdoor Attraction
- Smoking Some Areas
Target Markets
- Family Fun
- Marketed Towards Children
- Marketed Towards Families
- Marketed Towards Senior Citizens
- Marketed Towards Students / Youth
Tours and Demonstrations
- Demonstrations Given
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Guided Tours Available for Groups
Travel & Trade
- Group discounts available
- Wi-fi available
Venue Facilities
- WiFi Available
Map & Directions
Road Directions
Blists Hill Victorian Town postcode - TF7 5UD
Exit the M54 at junctions 4 and 6. Follow the brown and white tourism signs for Ironbridge Gorge. There are three approach roads into the Ironbridge Gorge, take the appropriate route for the museum of your choice.
For directions to individual sites and to download a site map click here to the directions page on our website.
Public Transport Directions
For more information on alternative modes of transport to Blists Hill Victorian Town click here to find out more.
