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8.7 mi 52.8399, -2.9963 The British Ironwork Centre
and Forge Falconry. Bit of an odd mix of attractions,
but it seems to work. The ironworks is a family
business spanning generations that manufactures and
sells all manner of metalwork. Plus they have created a
collection of animal sculptures, like the silver backed
gorilla (pictured).

The falconry centre gives you a chance to get up close
and personal with these magnificent, and deadly,
creatures.

If you wish to visit Shrewsbury (not a bad idea)

At 20.5 mi 52.7165, -2.8188 at the r/bout take the 1st exit on to Welshpool Rd, the A458 s/p “Shrewsbury (West and Centre)
A458” which will take you into the centre of the town.

Otherwise, giving Shrewsbury a miss . . .

Remain on the A5 through to the south east edge of Shrewsbury.

24.5 mi 52.6920, -2.7095 At the r/bout take the 4th exit on to Emstrey Bank s/p “Ironbridge
B4380”.

2.6 mi 52.6803, -2.6578 Turn r. to remain on the B4380.

6.8 mi 52.6374, -2.5262 Just through the village of Buildwas, turn r. on to Much Wenlock Rd, the
A4169

Almost immediately after that r. turn, turn l. on to Buildwas Rd s/p “Ironbridge / Coalbridgedale /
Ironbridge Gorge”.

As you pass along this stretch of road you’ll see a thermal power station very prominent on the
right. Ironbridge may have been the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution, but in many ways this
power station is a monument to modern industry. As we go forward into a climatically uncertain
future, however, is it also a living relic of an age that is passing?

Follow Buildwas Rd into Ironbridge.

For details of attractions in the area go to the Ironbidge website.

1.6 mi 52.6296, -2.4923 Ironbridge Tourist Information Centre. At the centre you can get
information on the various attractions in the region.

From Telford take the M6 through to Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, Warwick Castle, Kenilworth
and Royal Leamington Spa with a side trip to Coventry.

Ironbridge to Stratford On Avon directly.

This is the quick way if you just want to get there without let or hindrance.

Distance 71.3km, drive time without stops about 1hr 20min.

At Ironbridge make your way to the B4373, Madeley Rd.