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Great place to go for a Hike beautiful scenery , there are levels to the hike is definitely not a location for a normal walk this place will get you sweating by the time you get to the very top ! Just stunning views

Great place to walk and enjoy a bit of nature. Dogs love it. Can be a challenging climb if you’re not in shape. Loose under foot so caution is advised. The view from the top is worth it.

It is a beautiful place to visit. Nice track for walk. Better to go in evening so that you will enjoy sunset. Take some water with you. Car parking space is less, so be prepared with it.

Fantastic, peaceful view. Perfect spot for sunset! 🍁🍃🌅 A moderately challenging climb at 1335 ft above sea level for a rewarding view overlooking twenty historic counties of England and Wales. Worth all the sweats!

As others - Parking at The Wrekin Forest Glen Car Park. Parking charges are card only, some free spaces before the car park but they go quickly No other amenities are available at the car park - amenities available at the half way house Cross the main road onto the start of main track, walk up is longer and steeper than you think, trig and top visited- excellent views across the surrounding areas, definitely worth a visit if in the area

Amazing views crazy steep MTB trails, seems popular for walkers too. Great place to visit!

Brilliant for walking in the forest or climbing up the hill!

Interesting museum if you like that sort of thing, I thought it was very enjoyable. The staff were friendly and welcoming, especially in the cafe.

Wonderful museum about tile making in the region, the owners and how they came to be in the area, how tiles are made, different tile styles, and more. There are examples of many tiles, including mini recreations of pubs, lounges, bathrooms and more to show how tiles were used. We spent about an hour but could’ve lingered a little longer. Small cafe, shop, and toilets onsite. Parking included with Plus Pass or approx. £1.50 per hour.

One of many museums in the historic Ironbridge area. Extensive, colourful and varied selection of ceramic tiles. So much to absorb. Excellent cafe and friendly staff. All set in a beautiful location running parallel to the river Severn. Always plenty of craft activities for children, especially throughout holiday times. Plenty of parking and much more, all within walking distance of the museum.

A fabulous collection of beautiful tiles. The museum is calm and peaceful. The displays are an absolute joy and the whole place was both an education and a delightful experience.

The museum displays stunning tiles from the Victorian to Art Deco eras, including those that once adorned churches, railway stations, and public buildings. It also features reconstructed workshops showing the artistry and craftsmanship behind these beautiful designs.

We didn't really know what to expect from a 'tile' museum, but was pleasantly surprised. Our little children (1 & 4) loved the children's activities (baskets of coloured blocks and tiles to build with and make pictures) and our teenager really enjoyed finding the matching tiles in the activity pack. The museum was clean and very well set out and the tiles were beautiful. The cafe and shop were also very nice.

The tiles were stunning, I thinknI was expecting to be able to see a workshop of some sort.

Fun, historic town. Lots of great little shops that have been used to fill lots of the buildings with authentic businesses from around 1900. In proper dress and character docents. Terrific stop for anyone driving through ironsgate village. Super nice area for kids to play and experience what it was like 125 years ago. Loved this place, but too many stores had no one to explain what you were looking at. The fish and chips were fresh and delicious

Absolutely amazing place. I’ve never visited before but really wanted to come here. Going to the bank and changing cash to Victorian money was fun, and going around the whole site you could pay in modern money or Victorian money which made it interactive and fun. We had a carriage ride with the Shire Horse, and joined the sing along in the pub. We booked a slot in the Victorian photographers, so looked around the site before that. Almost every shop/house/building had a “Victorian” in who were always happy to talk and were very knowledgeable about their “trade”. If they weren’t in, they would have a clock saying the time they would be back. We played a game in the fairground and learnt lots around the site. Even the baker was baking Victorian goods in a Victorian oven (though now electric) which you could buy, and you could buy sweets in the sweet shop. The highlight of the trip was the Victorian photo shoot! It was £30 for up to 6 people, so with only 2 of us was a little pricey but I really wanted to give it ago. They had a whole wardrobe of outfits, and the photographer was very knowledgeable with what outfits went together, and how to pose. We had great fun taking the photos, and could have 1 photo printed (or extra for £10 each) which included a digital copy. Would definitely recommend the Victorian photo shoot! But may be worth booking a slot at the start of the day. Overall lovely place with lovely staff, now one of my favourite places!!

Really enjoyed our visit to Blists Hill Victorian Town. I haven’t been here since I came with my primary school, so glad to see it’s still as amazing at 23 as it was back when I was 8 (I walked in and remembered the layout and the fun memories of my school trip there, if that doesn’t speak volumes of how amazing this place was and has continued to be then I don’t know what could) . Went as a family day out with our dog, we were amazed at how dog friendly it was, out of everything there were only two places we couldn’t go with our dog which was no bother and completely understandable (sweet shop & bakery). The animals located in the town were well cared for and friendly with knowledgable handlers who were more than happy to answer questions, clearly knew the animals likes and dislikes and spoke fondly of their quirks showing a love and dedication for their four legged cast members. Our favourite Victorian character was the local police man (and his “cousin” singing in the pub - who was a very good singer). We met him on our way in and straight away were greeted with a welcoming warmth before he directed us towards our first stop of the day the post office for our very own dog licence which was decently priced as were a lot of items sold in their other shops around the town. My mum’s favourite activity was George’s carriage ride. The beautiful boy took us both and our dog around the town, he looked happy and well taken care of which as long term animal people it was a joy to see him comfortable and enjoying his work. My favourite stop off was the last one of the day for us. It was the printing shop which we visited after having a ride around the town in George’s carriage. Inside the printers we were taken through the different printers, how they are used to help create prints for the village and answered our questions from possibilities of injuries to how the different printers work in terms of changing letters, sizing of letters etc (it looked like a lot of fun and now I wish I could own one). we came away with a couple of notebooks and a postcard that fit perfectly in with Halloween. We will definitely be looking at Blists Hill Victorian Town for future day trips out, and we hope next time we visit we’re in the season for the use of the fair ground as it would have been lovely to have seen those in use.

Wow..What a excellent Victorian Town Everything as it was back in the day. You feel like you're in the Victorian Era. I got myself a one off adult single ticket, £27 Oct 2025 prices, you can buy a multiple pass to see other extractions which works out cheaper in Ironbridge area. It started with a short guided tour at 11.30 with Emily, She was so friendly, kind and so enthusiastic and told us all along short history about the town. The Town itself has shops,Bank, butchers ,bakery, clothing shop and a forerunner to WH Smith with a post office, and plenty of other shops. And don't forget to have a sing song at the pub on the corner The mine as well is a great reminder about how hard it was to work here and the forge, and the tile factory. The houses are open so as you enter you will find now and again a person dressed up and he or she will tell you about the house. There's a few places to eat and have hot/cold drinks. I had a trip as well in the carriage with George the shire horse pulling us around the town. The car park, you pay on exit ,just make a note on what time you actually park. I paid ( £6 for 5hrs, Oct 2025 prices) A must visit while you're are in the area of Ironbridge.

I visited Blists Hill Victorian Town about 20 years ago, and it was great to come back and see how it’s changed. It’s still a fun and educational day out! I loved the traditional fish and chips from the old-fashioned chippy and the Victorian-style photos. It’s a shame you can’t get some of the old-fashioned sweets they used to have, but we really enjoyed the singalong around the piano in the pub which was definitely a highlight of the day.

Definitely would recommend visiting Blists Hill. We spent numerous hours with our 10yr old son and he loved it as did we. I’d suggest going on a dry day as there is lots of walking outdoors and the fish and chip shop should you choose to go to doesn’t have indoor seating. Staff were all very pleasant and knowledgeable. Well worth the visit.

Blists Hill was a novel experience. That there is a Victorian town you can visit at all is awesome. I was really looking forward to the Victorian photography, and it was still a good thing to experience. But I'd seen someone mention there were many options for clothing... that wasn't the case. I was also apparently under the illusion you could pick your own stuff to wear... which, surely... but I was shocked that I had to be pushy about it and feel guilty. They were looking to throw anything on you and take your picture. We were rushed from start to finish, and it totally ruined the experience. This was also the case when choosing images. The professionalism of the employee was starting to wear thin at that point. Not very pleasant. Book people an hour apart - at the very least on weekdays. The resolution is simple. Some of the employees at Blists Hill looked bored and uninterested which kind of ruined the experience. I think a lot of people would love to have your job....... or even 'a' job in today's world. Others were passionate, which was wonderful, though sometimes risks stealing time from other sites. My favourite was the Toll House and that general area - though I was very sad by the caged chicken. Chickens are intelligent creatures, and this would later be proven by a local chicken in Haworth, who had befriended the woman at the vintage clothes shop and frequently visited and slept under their table. It was very curious. This caged chicken was staring at me, and I had no choice but to walk away. Not nice. Put a fake chicken in it, or an image. Or just leave it out. Back to the Toll House: very pleasant, chilled-out aura going on there. The two men there were very polite and kind, and were evidently interested and knowledgeable on their topic. Put a very good spin on the trip for me and my partner, who are similar kinds of people. This is where I learned about those very strange Victorian rugs they made out of rags, which I would later see at the Brontë Parsonage Museum. Vegan main needed at the chippy. Yummy chips though. Nice to see there is a sensory room. Considerate and progressive.

Very nice standard railway not very long at the moment but has plans to expaned also has a steam tram 5 inch railway model layouts and a great cafe All the staff were very friendly and informative Open on sundays and bank holidays ?

I had a fabulous day at Telford Steam Railway, I went by myself and I was so happy I was able to book a ticket for just me for the cream tea train ride, as some other similar steam train experiences discriminate against single people and only allow a minimum of 2, when many solo people also want to and love experiencing these days out. When I arrived the lady that worked in the gift shop was so helpful and kind to me, she help me with my ticket, directions, showing me things in the shop and also offering to take a photo of me when I returned, the steam train itself is beautiful! The atmosphere is delightful, the mini engine ride and the miniature train villages was amazing! When I got on the train, they layered it out so nicely with table cloth, tea cup and saucer, sugar, jam, clotted cream and menu, I had the whole table to myself with window seat, the staff on the train were friendly and helpful, each person got one fruit scone and one plain scone that were large and good quality along with the jam and cream, they gave me a box for my leftovers to take home. The trip itself was enjoyable sipping tea, eating scones whilst enjoying the sounds of the train and looking out the window. This trip was good value for money on a beautiful old steam train journey, thank you! 🚂😸

An absolutely magical experience from start to finish! We attended the Polar Express night at Telford Steam Railway as a group of 6 adults and 2 teenagers, and it was so much more than just a train ride—it was a full theatrical experience that brought out the festive spirit in all of us. The evening began seamlessly at the park-and-ride in Ironbridge, where the well-organised bus service got us to the venue in just 8 minutes. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted by cheerful staff in festive costumes, setting the tone for an enchanting night. The waiting area was buzzing with excitement, offering delicious hot food, refreshments, and an incredible model railway exhibition that captivated everyone. A few carols and dances later, we were guided to the platform for the main event, and that’s when the real magic began. The train journey itself was unforgettable. The conductor and staff were full of energy, creating a lively, joyful atmosphere for everyone on board. From singing and dancing to meeting Santa himself at the North Pole, every moment was special. When we returned, we had the chance to take photos with the cast and the beautiful train, as well as browse the gift shop for keepsakes to remember the night. The return bus ride to the park-and-ride was just as smooth, wrapping up a perfectly organised evening. The joy on the children’s faces (and ours!) was priceless. This is a must-do experience for families and anyone who loves the magic of Christmas. Five stars all the way!

Great place for adults and children alike. Fantastic trains, volunteers and model railway.

Our visit to the Telford Steam Railway was for a Guards Experience, a Christmas present from my daughter's family. My daughter was able to join me for my special day and my wife and grandson joined us later for our first journey. We were met by the duty guard, Ben, and introduced to the Pacer, our train for the day, and on one of its only running schedules this season. We walked through the safety procedures, both inside and out, ensuring the train was safe to use. Following us was our driver, who carried out more thorough checks. With all checks carried out and a few passengers on board, we were off. We departed in one direction, then the driver swapped ends, and we set off in the other direction, to another station, which is the end of the current line. We then did the journey in reverse. As the 'guard', I was given the task of clipping the passengers tickets and having a chat with them, as well as operating the doors and carrying out the safety checks before we departed each station. I was given the opportunity of a footplate ride in reverse, which was great. Our lunch was provided at the cafe on site and was fantastic. We rejoined the train for the return journey, where I received my certificate, a year's membership, and a booklet on the history of the railway. We went to view the incredible model railway layouts, which have to be seen before going for a family walk around the lake. We returned, and my daughter had another treat in store for my grandson and myself, the chance to drive a narrow gauge diesel. This year, the Phoenix Railway were offering guests the opportunity to 'drive for a fiver'. Both my grandson and I enjoyed the opportunity of driving the locomotive twice around a large track and blowing the horn when signs appeared to warn people of our presence. Until this year, I had never heard of this railway or Horsehay, but I do now. The railway may be small in travelling distance, but they have some very ambitious plans, which will build over the coming years and bring great delight to everyone. I would like to say a massive "Thank You" to Ben, for his infectious enthusiasm for the railway, all the railway volunteers, the cafe staff, Phoenix Railway, for making our day incredibly special, and we look forward to travelling again with you as passengers. I have enjoyed reading the booklet and learning more about this amazing little line!! For a great family day out, this is definitely worth visiting, as it caters for all ages. Parking can be found beside the Goods Shed and along the old road, which is a cul de sac, as it was the turntable when the line was operational.

The Polar express. What can I say it was the BEST Christmas experience We have ever had. I would definitely recommend it. The ride smooth and no issues at all. We had a rider with allergies. Completely catered for the best way to describe it is a Theatre production on a train. It was magnificent! the conductor stevie, Chef Katie, and the Hobo was as truly amazing the Children phenomenal! Absolutely blown away from the experience everyone on our part of the train Rudolph were incredible!!!! from start to finish!

What a great experience... The Polar Express train ride was great. It was like an interactive theatre performance. The kids loved it! The staff/actors were amazing, the story really came to life. The hot chocolate and cookies were rubbish but who cares, bring your own! Well worth the money

It was a fun place to visit, children would love it. Very interesting things to play with. Perfect for a rainy day

Visited with kids ranging 3-7 in age. Lots of hands on experiences for everyone. My personal favourite was moving a steam locomotive by hand. The only criticism - it was absolutely boiling inside on a failry cool October day, especially on the raised walkway. Which makes me think its the lighting that generates the heat. If anyone from the museum is reading this you should switch to LEDs and save a ton of energy costs.

Had way too much fun here. Definitely worth a visit if you get a pass plus for the locations covered in Iron Bridge. Lots of hands on STEM things to get the kids thinking!

What a great day out. We used our pass plus and spent 3.5 happy hours here. So much to do, a place for picnics and it was amazing to see a sensory room for neurodivergent children. My favourite was trying on all the costumes and playing the video games in the visiting exhibition. We also did the toy workshop which was great

Really good experience for young inquisitive minds who enjoy interactive exhibits. My 5 year old son loved it. Only took us 1.5 hrs so the price is a bit steep (£12 me, £7 him). Ample parking. Toilets on site .

Not that large, but good fun - reminds me of 'Launchpad' at The Science Museum. Lots of interactive exhibits that kids will enjoy playing with - as always seems to be the way with these things, though, not everything works properly. The 'water cycle' exhibit was a firm favourite with #2 son, whereas the live topographic projection onto a sandpit was a winner with his older sibling. Definitely worth a visit.

I was here 20 years ago and always longed to come back. I was not disappointed. Ingenious models demonstrating mechanical advantage. I even pulled a steam locomotive a few feet! Many museums in the area and one can get a deal on multiple visits. Just go and take the kids!

What a lovely place to visit. Friendly staff, great exhibits with voices from the past. A workshop producing unique gift options and an outstandind surprise, for us, a personal tour of the surrounding area including the, unknown to us, tar tunnel. The guide had somehow amassed an incredible amount of information and was both educational and entertaining.

We didn’t go in but was nice to walk around the area to look and read about the history. But do not park in the car park if you are planning to use the free half hour because like others have said, we were charged the hour even though we were back well within the half hour to leave. The receipt couldn’t print out as the machine had run out of paper.

Lovely little museum. Nice selection of Coalport porcelain and wonderful to be able to walk around the original workshops and kilns. My 5 year old loved the tea cup which triggered short audio clips throughout and gave adults the chance to look at the porcelain. Nice school room for role play and the workshop for the kids to make their own sculptures was great. Thanks for a lovely visit.

I love the Ironbridge museums, coalport China is famous all over the world the museum is wonderful and has some beautiful examples of coalport pottery dating back hundreds of years . The shop is lovely the staff are excellent ,helpful and interesting. A wonderful place to visit , great cafe as well .they also run classes to teach you how to make things and decorate them plus you can also buy seconds really cheaply and decorate them yourself .great place to visit .so interesting .

Fabulous place to visit. It's very interesting to find out about the history of the pottery. Great place for children.

Really interesting and knowledgeable staff. Amazing to watch flowers being made. It wasn't busy when we visited so one to one attention

We visited during half term and took part in a workshop, making mini clay masks for the Day of the Dead. The ladies running the workshop were super friendly and helpful. We had a great time, enjoyed cuddles with Betty the dog and even got some cake (I don't think this is a regular offer!). A great way to spend an hour or so as part of our visit to Ironbridge.

Fascinating glimpse into a private home from the early twentieth century. The guide was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic giving interesting details into all aspects of the house and it's inhabitants.

This house is wonderful. Even the approach via the drive is amazing. Everything in the house is worth looking at. NT have done a great job preserving the property. It is like stepping back in time and it is as if you're waiting for the owners to return. We had a guided tour which was enjoyable and informative. The history of the residents was very interesting, especially the achievements of the last person to live there. Her artistic ability was amazing. This is one place that should be seen.

Sunnycroft is a hidden gem at the foot of the Wrekin. A Victorian house with subsequent strong female ownership, it is a home that has been lived in and enjoyed. Donated to the National Trust in 1997, there is so much to see and learn. House entrance with a very informative tour needs to be pre-booked, so plan your visit in advance (Sunnycroft has limited opening). Parking is available on site and whilst there is no cafe, light refreshments are available in the 'tuck shop' - make your own tea or coffee and leave a donation. The gardens are intimate and well worth exploring. A small team run Sunnycroft and their enthusiasm and dedication is clear to see.

This beautiful property is a hidden treasure along the otherwise nondescript road. Well worth booking a tour ad there is so much to see.

Beautiful well preserved house. Not that large but everything just left as to though the owners had just walked out the door and would need back for tea. Visited during a wonderful flower display.

Visited the Flower Festival 2025 lovely time, beautiful displays. This was a pre-booked event and had to pay extra even though we're Trust members

Really liked the cream teas here especially having them outside. Great house with knowledgeable and friendly guides. A good tour. Don't miss the tiger under the pool table 🐯. Loved the chickens in the garden 🐔 (they had chickens when it was a family home). Don't miss the Daimler in the bubble (see picture) really super 🚗. Very good amount of information pannels. Great flowers🌹, vegetables 🥕 and lawn area in the garden. The children loved running around. Would recommend a visit.

Spent a couple of hours here. Very interesting. The dress up at the end was really fun. We used my pass plus so I don't know how much you would pay if you had to buy day tickets.

I visited this place and I liked. Everything in this house originally belongs to the family of Abraham Darby. You can at this house wear clothe Victorian times.

You get there under the railway bridge and up a slope on other side. Two houses to see as part of Ironbridge experience. Second house more refurbished than first. There are toilets nearby.

Lots to look at. The highlight was dressing up. And the lady who showed us around, told us lots of interesting information on the house and the family that used to own it.

Lovely to see two preserved pieces of history in these houses. Two excellent guides told us a lot about each house in turn. Not a great deal to see in Dale House, but Rosehill House had some excellent displays. You won't spend hours here, but well worth visiting.

Very interesting after being in the museums and then seeing where they lived, ladies at the entrances were friendly and knowledgeable, well worth a visit

A little gem, a lovely house that shows how the family would have lived. If you read all the information and look about, it will take about one hour to get round. The staff was very helpful. The house itself has no disable access as it has rooms upstairs and access is rather steep. Another house is in the process to be done up, so I am waiting for the grand opening.

The Iron Bridge is seriously impressive, especially when you see it in person. It’s such an important landmark—the first of its kind—and you can really appreciate the engineering and history behind it. Walking across the bridge with the river below and the surrounding old industrial buildings gives you a real sense of stepping back in time. Plus, the nearby museums and trails make it a great spot to explore for a few hours. Definitely worth a visit!

I love the area, so scenic and classic English feeling to the town. On this occasion I was passing and stopped for a drink and a sausage roll. Visited many times before, lots to see do and enjoy. Great for families.

Beautiful bridge with lovely views over the River Severn - free to see and walk across, and a prime spot in town. Built in 1779, it was the world’s first bridge made of cast iron and became a symbol of the Industrial Revolution. Be sure to pop into the small Tollhouse museum beside it for more insight into its fascinating history.

Ironbridge is an absolutely beautiful place with the world's first iron bridge. We planned to stay here for two days, but we're going to stay for another, because there is so much to see and do. We bought a ticket to all of the Ironbridge museums. It's well worth the money, and the various museums give a wonderful insight into the industrial heritage of the area. If you don't want to pay for the museums, there are enough free museums and lovely shops and walks along the river, in woodlands and in the valleys and gorges.

Fantastic landmark, well worth a visit. You can really feel the history of the place. The town is stunning as well, like something from a film. Incredible.

I remember having to learn about this bridge in GCSE Geography. So much more impressive to actually see it. I do like a good bridge, and this one was a masterpiece of technical wizardry. On top of this, the setting is very pretty. The town is a delight to work around, though pretty steep(!)

Beautiful historic town, nice pavement cafes and indoor seats as well, Beautiful views from the Iron bridge of the river banks and cottages and nice walks along the river. Also historic museums.

Ironbridge is stunning location and the Museum just adds to the appeal. If you haven’t been pay a visit .. we were just returning from an October wedding and had a couple of hours spare. Short visit but very sweet.

Tucked away behind barriers and blue covers, this incredible piece of economic and social history. Jaw-dropping awesome.

A very interesting place, there is lots to learn here. Perfect for a rainy day.

Feel like a criminal, photos on entry. money grabbing all the time as well as expensive entrance fees so unlikely to return. I've just returned from Australia where most museums and heritage venue were free entrance and public transport was cheap sometimes free so no parking charges either

Confusing about which site is which and what they do. I don't know if Google will attach this to the right pin! Visited the museum about iron, interesting, also Ingenuity nearby which is science for children. You need to get someone to explain all the ticket options and discounts (eg English heritage) . NB parking is extra at the various sites £1/hour.

Great for family or a nice walk around ok n your own very friendly and helpful staff

Quite impress about this place .

Stepping into the ruins felt like traveling back in time, truly an experience! The architecture of the place was awe-inspiring, showcasing remarkable craftsmanship of a bygone era. It was interesting to walk around and imagine what life was like in the medieval period. I found myself completely immersed in the history and the stories the stones seemed to whisper. Overall, the visit to the location was a captivating and memorable experience.

An excellent English Heritage site. On arrival, the member of staff was friendly and welcoming. The priory and church itself are impressive, the decoration in the Chapter House is particularly well preserved and intricate. There are topiary animals in the Cloisters, including cats, an owl and a squirrel. Information boards provide a good level of detail, and an audio guide is available. I would recommend visiting.

Well preserved 800 year old priory ruins by English Heritage. I’m not sure it’s worth the £11 admission standalone, as able to see the few signs and ruins in about 15 minutes, but if an English Heritage member (or a particular interest in these ruins) could be worth it. Several signs throughout, and they also mentioned an available audio guide. Adequate toilets at the front, along with a small shop that also sells a couple snacks/drinks. Car park across the street.

We love our castle, Abbey and Priory ruins! Wenlock is a superb example of a Cluniac monastery. Parking (paid - £3) is nearby and easily accessible. Run by English Heritage the cost was £10 per person. Really a lovely example of a Priory.

This is a truly amazing place! Built in the late 600’s with a rich history upto present day. There’s good parking, free to Heritage members, a lovely little shop on site, friendly staff and two minutes walk from the beautiful friendly village (town) of Much Wenlock.

Fascinating ruins. Lovely lady in the shop/café and another knowledgeable lady when we got to the ruins. It does not take too long to get round the ruins but still, it was very interesting.

Beautiful ruins of a Cluniac Monastery with a rich and extensive history to discover. Well worth a visit

Great English Heritage property. 2 very helpful and informative volunteers. Not lots of parking but quiet when we visited. £2 to park and free entry. Probably takes about an hour and a half.

Beautiful place. Limited parking but work a quick visit if on the way to iron-bridge as it’s so close.

Peaceful Well maintained ruins of Cistercian Abbey. Free to enter and £2 to park car. Dogs on leads. Benches.

Historic and peaceful abbey ruins that are worth a visit if you're nearb and have half an hour to kill. Entry is free but parking is £2 paid via SMS. There are no facilities.

Remains of a Norman monastery, well worth a visit if you’re in the area. English heritage maintained but was open for all and free when we visited.

Large cathedral ruins, green surroundings. Not alot to do, but a site to be seen on on way to iron bridge and the Severn. Probably of greater interest to history buffs and English heritage students and conservators.

Very interesting place to visit if you in the area

Free entry to a small musuem describing the efforts for mr wenlock to remarket and revitalise the olympic games. Quite interesting to learn about the origins of modern olympics.

Good little museum with a wide spread of information including geology, archaeology and local history - including a lot on the instigator of the Olympic movement, Dr William Penny Brookes. Worth a visit if you have an hour or so to kill.

Very informative & beautifully presented within such a relatively small area...Well worth a visit.

Interesting place to visit, nice gift shop

Much Wenlock is a delightful place to visit. Beautiful Wenlock Stone and plenty of history. An ancient Priory to wander around and cosy coffee shops to rest your tired feet after walking the Olympian Way which starts at the Museum. Surrounded by the best Shropshire countryside and many fabulous walks. Wenlock Edge is just outside the town offering stunning views and exhilarating walks.

Beautiful day in Much Wenlock with my lovely Sister. We walked through the beautiful streets admiring the adorable houses with just an abundance of flowers. Lovely day

Cracking little museum and free entry. Does close for lunch. Child friendly with welcoming staff.

Only parking for one or two cars, but it is beautiful and magical and a great place to spend a day chilling with a neuro spicy kid that loves rocks and frogs

Its really great because there usually isnt many people there so you get a private experience. Not as big as others, but I highly recommend going here

A very picturesque 13th century Augustinian Abbey that was once a Midlands powerhouse. Cited in a beautiful location and has a hidden gem in the form of an intact stairwell that offers fabulous views of the surrounding area. Worth a visit especially as there are other sites nearby as well.

I wish this place was more local to myself as I would probably be there a lot more often as it is simply a stunning place to be.

This english heritage property is open daylight hours and is free to enter. Access is via a narrow and uneven lane from the main road. There is only space for around 3 cars. This is augustinian priory is a compact but substantial ruin, and much like its neighbou haughmond abbey it has some wonderful architectural detail. History wise Richard II and John of gaunt both stayed here . It is well worth a visit , another top quality ruin .

A stunning, hidden gem of a spot. Beautiful ruins, you wander round trying to imagine the grandeur of this place. Thankfully it’s never that busy as parking is very limited (on road; about three spaces!) Find the Gothic arch, it’s a fantastic piece of stone masonry.

Lovely historic Abbey, been several times over the years and always been quiet. Very interesting structure with beautiful architecture. Great for all the family, kids will love going into the buildings exploring, a very relaxing setting in the Shropshire country side

Stunning ex Anglican church in the heart of shrewsbury. Now looked after by the churches conservation trust, it has so much to see no matter what you are into. The architecture and stained glass windows are wonderful, the windows were mainly brought in from Europe and are exquisite. If you see one church in shrewsbury see this one.

What a surprising church, so many windows "borrowed" from other churches! It has a really nice feel to the building, seemed busy and popular when we were there on a Saturday afternoon. Worth popping into for an hour or so whilst in the town.

St Mary’s Church in Shrewsbury is absolutely stunning — one of those places that quietly takes your breath away the moment you step inside. It’s not just a church; it’s a living time capsule of English history. The building has been standing here since Saxon times (the first church was probably built around the 10th century), and the current structure, mostly 12th–15th century, still feels full of life and character. The spire is incredible — one of the tallest in England — and you can see it from all over town. Inside, the atmosphere is calm and full of light. The carved wooden roof is richly detailed with angels, animals, and medieval patterns, and the famous Jesse Window is worth the visit alone. It’s a masterpiece of 14th-century stained glass, showing the family tree of Christ in brilliant medieval color. You can almost trace the centuries as you move through the building — Norman stonework, Gothic arches, Victorian restorations — all layered together beautifully. Now under the care of the Churches Conservation Trust, St Mary’s isn’t used for regular worship anymore, but it’s open to visitors, often hosting exhibitions and events. It’s well cared for, peaceful, and free to enter (though donations are appreciated). I really love architecture and history, and this place is a must-see in Shrewsbury. It’s not just another old church — it’s a thousand years of faith, art, and craftsmanship, all under one soaring roof.

A beautiful medieval Gothic church with Norman features. Very nice architecture with wood carvings of angels, animals and a green man, plus amazing glass stained windows. The staff were warm and welcoming and the place was well maintained. A peaceful place and well worth a visit

If you are in Shrewsbury, do pop in. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable. Beautiful stained glass windows. Very special and peaceful. Dates back to medieval times, steeped in history.

Another stunning church in the incredible town. Don't miss the plaque as you enter telling the story of the guy who tried to zip line down to the abbey from St marys. The stain glass windows are something to behold. There are also some great bits of history dotted around the church making this a must do if you are in town.

Attended a Jamie Lawson concert set up by In the House, brilliant atmosphere and not cold!

The ruins revealed much about how iron was made. The structure is massive and situated near the river, making it easy to see why this location was chosen for functional and efficiency purposes. I only wish more of it had been preserved and that there were additional displays to help children and adults learn more about its history.

Very well preserved within a purpose built building. It would be good to see on a rainy day. Free to enter and very informative

Remains of an 18th century steel furnace. Well preserved, you can't get into the site fully as fenced but worth a quick photo stop if nearby. Free parking while you are there and information board detailing the history.

It's lovely to see our industrial heritage being preserved for future generations. It's free and there is free parking.

Impressed by the amount of bricks needed to construct this and the planning that went into its design.

We parked there and did walks from there No facilities Good free parking and a short walk to pub or town

Very interesting. Had a nice walk around then had dinner in the pub garden