Broseley is to be found in Shropshire and despite its setting today it was not always this picturesque. It was in the17th century a thriving industrial area and then in the 18th and 19th centuries it grew as a major centre for coal mining, iron manufacture earthenware and possibly the manufacture of glass products although there is very little evidence remaining. It had close links with Coalbrookdale on the opposite side of the River Severn and in 1779 the world famous Iron Bridge was built to link these two settlements and the town of Ironbridge was created. Originally a Saxon clearance within the Royal Forests covering most of Ironbridge Gorge, today the twisting country lanes and old buildings provide a rural haven from the towns industrial past. The town centre has a number of local and traditional shops but the inherent character of the village is in the mix of its architecture spanning some three centuries. From the 17th century there still exists the “Jitties” – an irregular network of lanes and enclosed footpaths – these were once in danger of being lost but today have been restored under a conservation programme to provide an insight of the original town layout. Today this pretty little village with its wealth of history still attracts visitors from all over.
Attraction
Benthall Hall (National Trust)
Classes
Dentist
Doctor
Pub and Bar
Albion Inn
Butchers Bar
Duke of York
Ye Olde Tavern
Restaurant
Faysols Restaurant
Moon Hon Cantonese Restaurant
The King & Thai
School
Broseley C of E Primary School
John Wilkinson Primary School
Taxi
Shops
Places to Stay near Broseley
The Old Rectory (0.56 miles)
The Old Rectory is a 5 STARS GUEST HOUSE, set within 2 acres of landscaped gardens, and has recently been elegantly restored. The quality and standard of re-decoration and furnishings is ... More
Wharfage Cottage Bed and Breakfast (0.95 miles)
Shakespeare Inn (1.00 miles)
The Calcutts House (1.00 miles)
Malthouse Restaurant and Rooms (1.09 miles)
Fantastic riverside location with 12 ensuite letting rooms all individually designed, 6 in the main part of the building and 6 in the Bakehouse Annex next door. The Bakehouse has ... More
Meadow Inn (1.39 miles)
Inspired by the spirit of excellence and innovation that first made the beautiful Severn Valley world famous over 200 years ago; The Meadow Inn combines traditional values of hospitality and ... More
Madeley Court (1.83 miles)
Skilfully transformed from a 16th century manor house into a premier country hotel, the Madeley Court Hotel (formerly known as Clarion Hotel Telford) gives you a unique opportunity to appreciate the splendour and architectural history ... More | visit website
Premier Inn Telford Central (2.52 miles)
A great town centre location, this Premier Inn is conveniently located for amenities and attractions including a cinema and Telford Central train station, which is next door to this hotel. Located within easy reach of ... More | visit websiteFoundry Masters House (2.79 miles)
This early 1800's detached property previously built for the Foundry Master of the nearby Coalbrookdale works has been lovingly restored by the owners of the nearby Coalbrookdale Inn to reflect ... More
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