Iron Bridge Guided tours
The Iron Bridge, Telford, Shropshire, TF8 7JP
The world's first iron bridge was erected over the River Severn here in Shropshire in 1779. This pioneering structure marked a turning point in English design and engineering; after it was built, cast iron came to be widely used in the construction of bridges, aqueducts and buildings.
Join our knowledgeable volunteers to find out more about this fascinating site and it's history. Free tours are being held at 11:00 and 13:00 on 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12 September.
Booking is essential. Parking is available at The Station Yard car park in Ironbridge. There is a charge for parking.
Please arrive 10 minutes before your tour start time.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 07 September:
- 11:00 & 13:00
- Sunday 08 September:
- 11:00 & 13:00
- Monday 09 September:
- 11:00 & 13:30
- Tuesday 10 September:
- 11:00 & 13:00
- Wednesday 11 September:
- 11:00 & 13:00
- Thursday 12 September:
- 11:00 & 13:00
Location & directions
The Iron Bridge, Telford, Shropshire, TF8 7JP
- Contact on day:
- Ginny Slade
- Telephone number:
- +447880480811
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking required
- Booking conditions:
- The free tours are exclusive to Heritage Open Days. Book is essential. Please book via event brite at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/iron-bridge-guided-tours-tickets-965264481047
- Booking contact name:
- English Heritage
- Booking telephone number:
- +447880480811
- Booking website:
- https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/iron-bridge-guided-tours-tickets-965264481047
- Alternative booking website:
- https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/iron-bridge/
- Booking opens:
- 29 Jul 2024 12:00 AM
- Booking closes:
- 06 Sep 2024 12:00 AM
Additional information
- Max no of people per tour:
- 10
- Est. tour duration:
- 1 hour(s)
