Heritage sites in THE GORGE PARISH

English Heritage sites near The Gorge Parish

IRON BRIDGE

1 miles from The Gorge Parish

The world’s first iron bridge was erected over the River Severn here in 1779 by Abraham Darby III. Costing over £6000, the bridge was cast in his Coalbrookdale foundry, using 378 tons of iron.

BUILDWAS ABBEY

2 miles from The Gorge Parish

The impressive ruins of this Cistercian abbey have an idyllic setting near the River Severn. Unaltered 12th century church and beautiful vaulted chapter house with tiled floor.

WENLOCK PRIORY

4 miles from The Gorge Parish

Tranquil ruins in lovely setting. Re-founded by the Normans as a priory. Unusual washing fountain with 12th century carvings, extravagantly decorated chapter house, topiary-filled cloister garden.

LILLESHALL ABBEY

7 miles from The Gorge Parish

Extensive ruins of an Augustinian abbey, later a Civil War stronghold, in a deeply rural setting.

WROXETER ROMAN CITY

8 miles from The Gorge Parish

Wroxeter (or 'Viroconium' ) was the fourth largest city in Roman Britain. It began as a legionary fortress and later developed into a thriving civilian city.

ACTON BURNELL CASTLE

9 miles from The Gorge Parish

Twice the home of parliaments, this red sandstone shell of a semi-fortified tower house was built between 1284-93 by Bishop Burnell, Edward I's Lord Chancellor.

Churches in The Gorge Parish

Holy Trinity, Coalbrookdale

Church Road Coalbrookdale Telford
(01952) 432482
http://www.coalironlitt.co.uk

Holy Trinity Church is a beautiful building that glorifies God and expresses the prosperity of the Dale in the mid-19th century. The church, though, is not a museum, it is a living place of worship and ministry. Services are held normally at 11:00 on Sundays on a rotation basis with St.Lawrence and St.Lukes, but please check on the website for Holy Trinity - coalironlitt.co.uk - times are also set out in the Parish News delivered to as many households as possible. Visitors are always welcome to join us.

Holy Trinity is open from 10:00 to 3:00 every day should you wish to spend a little time in quiet. Heating is provided by under pew heaters.

Ironbridge: St Luke

Church Hill Ironbridge Telford
01952415311
http://www.coalironlitt.co.uk

The building, erected in 1835/6, has a tower, a nave, side aisles and a small sanctuary. The tower contains a three dial clock, placed there by public subscription in 1838 and made by W. Davies of Shifnal.

The position of Ironbridge church is the reverse of the majority of churches, the sanctuary being at the west end and the tower at the east end. This is due to the fact that it was discovered that the land at the west end would not bear the weight of a tower.

Not just a building, this church is home to a growing worshipping community, and you will be made most welcome when you visit.

The location of the church means that access is sometimes difficult for people with mobility or disability issues.The church has a wheelchair if anyone has such difficulties. Please contact us if you require to book this in advance, so that an appropriate person is available to assist.

Jackfield: St Mary

Church Road Jackfield
(01952) 882920
http://www.broseleyparishes.org.uk

Intersting Victorian Red Brick Church built in 1845 using materials (bricks and tiles) from local source.

Pubs in The Gorge Parish

Black Swan

Lloyds Head, Jackfield, Telford, TF8 7LZ
(01952) 882471
theblackswanjackfield.com/

A traditional country free house over 350 years old situated next to the River Severn within the Ironbridge Gorge UNESCO World Heritage Site. The original rooms have been tastefully knocked through and are warmed by a woodburner in the win...

Boat Inn

Ferry Road, Jackfield, Telford, TF8 7LS
(01952) 885777

Well worth seeking, this "wet" (in more ways than one) gem from 1740 is positioned next to the river and also accessible by the Memorial Footbridge, across from the Inclined plane and the Tar Tunnel. Infamous for regular winter river floods...

Brewery Inn

High Street, Coalport, Telford, TF8 7HZ
(01952) 581225
breweryinn.co.uk/about_us.html

Family run pub close to the Tar Tunnel site of the Ironbridge Gorge Museums. Opens 9.00 - 11.30 am for breakfasts. Grade II Listed. Refurbished in 2018 and popular in the summertime with tourists. Day Fishing Permits can be purchased from T...

Coalbrookdale Inn

12 Wellington Road, Coalbrookdale, Telford, TF8 7DX
(01952) 445097

A Victorian Grade II listed village local opened in 1834 in historic Coalbrookdale. It is opposite the Enginuity Museum and close to the Iron Bridge and industrial heritage museums which are part of the Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage site....

Coracle Micropub & Beer Shop

27 High Street, Ironbridge, Telford, TF8 7AD
(01952) 432664
bloodygoodbrews.co.uk/the-coracle

Opened in May 2018 by two beer enthusiasts who wanted to create "the type of pub that we would like to drink in". There is one main room, but a semi dividing wall effectively produces two separate drinking areas with tables, chairs and stoo...

Crown Inn

10 Hodge Bower, Ironbridge, Telford, TF8 7QG

Crown Inn, Telford

D'arcys at the Station Inn

Ladywood Road, Ironbridge, Telford, TF8 7JU
(01952) 884499
darcysironbridge.co.uk

Converted from a pub into an Mediterranean style bistro restaurant, D'arcys at the Station is deigned for adults. The bar area is upstairs and is used for diners waiting for their booking. Only children over ten years old are allowed. Note...

Golden Ball

Newbridge Road, Ironbridge, Ironbridge, Telford, TF8 7BA
(01952) 432179
goldenballironbridge.co.uk/

Recently re-opned .More details to follow. A Grade II listed hidden gem situated off the Madeley to Ironbridge road, this historic inn is well worth finding. Warm and welcoming, it has three main areas set around a central bar. The bar atm...

Grove

Wellington Road, Coalbrookdale, Telford, TF8 7DX

Opposite the Coalbrookdale Inn

Half Moon Inn

Salthouse Road, Jackfield, Telford, TF8 7LP
(01952) 884443
halfmoonjackfield.com

Having been closed since the mid 90's, it re-opened in 2012 after a major refurbishment, and has been a great success. Now offering accommodation: doubles and singles, it is set beside the river Severn in the spectacular Ironbridge Gorge....

Horse & Jockey

15 Jockey Bank, Ironbridge, Telford, TF8 7PD
None
horseandjockeyironbridge.com/

Closed in November 2020 and converted to residential. Previously: Cosy bistro type pub. Caters mainly for food customers - note restricted hours on Sunday. Two handpulls changed weekly with beers sourced from local breweries. Local to all...

Malthouse

The Wharfage, Ironbridge, Telford, TF8 7NH
(01952) 433712
themalthouseironbridge.co.uk

On the bank of the river Severn, this modernised 2 roomed drinking / gastropub has 14 ensuite rooms and a restaurant. Popular with tourists and convenient for visiting the Ironbridge Gorge Museums. Live music Fridays and Saturdays.

Olive Tree

28/29 High St, Ironbridge, Telford, TF8 7AD
None

Formerly the Ironbridge Brasserie & Wine bar, then Olive Tree bar. Future uncertain.

Robin Hood Inn

33 Waterloo Street, Ironbridge, Telford, TF8 7HQ
(01952) 433071
robinhoodironbridge.co.uk/en-us/homepage

Superb setting on the edge of Ironbridge near the free bridge with views over the River Severn and unique Jackfield bridge. The refurbishment has maintained the charm and character of this traditional Holden's pub. Five areas to eat and dr...

Shakespeare

High Street, Coalport, Telford, TF8 7HT
(01952) 580675
shakespeare-inn.co.uk

Cosy but spacious village pub close to the Tar Tunnel within the Ironbridge Gorge Area with views of the river Severn and close to all local museums. Good selection of real ales including many locally brewed favourites. Serves good food an...

Swan Hotel

21 The Wharfage, Ironbridge, Telford, TF8 7NH
(01952) 433108
theswantaphouse.co.uk/

Overlooks the River Severn and claims to be the oldest pub in Ironbridge. Good selection of craft beers with 3 handpulls dispensing beers from the Marston's portfolio. Popular with visitors to the area and owned by the company that also run...

Tontine Hotel

The Square, Ironbridge, Telford, TF8 7AL
(01952) 432127
thetontinehotel.com

Opposite to the world famous Iron Bridge, this large imposing Georgian building dated 1784, has interesting floor tiles in entrance with a small restaurant to the left and a large open-plan room to the right used as a public bar with lofty...

Valley Hotel

Buildwas Road, Coalbrookdale, Telford, TF8 7DW
(01952) 432247
thevalleyhotel.co.uk/

Grade II Listed Hotel, part of the Best Western Group, offering accommodation, afternoon teas, 2 AA rosettes restaurant meals and two real ales.

Water Rat

Buildwas Road, Ironbridge, Telford, TF8 7BJ
(01952) 433193
waterratironbridge.com

Completely refurbished and renamed in Spring 2020, formerly the Meadow Inn. Food is served from varied and interesting lunch and evening menus catering for all tastes; and accommodation is available in the Georgian building next door.

White Hart

10 The Wharfage, Ironbridge, Telford, TF8 7AW
(01952) 432901
whitehartironbridge.com/

On the bank of the river Severn, this modernised gastro-pub is handy for the Ironbridge Gorge Museums. Popular at weekends and in the evening, especially during the summer months. 3 handpulls dispense two beers from the Marston's portfoli...

White Horse

Lincoln Hill, Ironbridge, Ironbridge, Telford, TF8 7NX

Closed in 2018

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