5 days - from only £439pp
ABOUT THE TOUR
Walk the historic footsteps across one of the wonders of the modern world – the first-ever cast-iron bridge – as we explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ironbridge and the fascinating Black Country Living Museum. You'll also get to discover the gorgeous, medieval town of Shrewsbury – there really is something for everyone!
TOUR INCLUDES
Day 1:
Local departure by coach or Home Connect service, then to your hotel for four nights.
Included meals: Dinner
Day 2: Shrewsbury
Today we explore one of England’s finest medieval towns, Shrewsbury. With over 600 listed buildings, there’s plenty of history to uncover; visit Mount House to see where Charles Darwin was born, or head to the home of the fictional character Brother Cadfael, Shrewsbury Abbey.
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 3: Ironbridge
Enjoy a Victorian Tour at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ironbridge.
We begin at Blists Hill Victorian Town where you can travel back over 100 years experiencing the sights, sounds and smells of a bygone age.
Then on to the fascinating Jackfield Tile Museum where you can discover the craft and creativity behind the tiles that decorated Victorian Britain. There will also be time to marvel at the magnificent Ironbridge, from which the site gets its name.
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 4: Black Country Living Museum
Visit the Black Country Living Museum, covering over 26 acres of former industrial land, this award-winning museum offers a glimpse into 200 years of industrial history.
Meet the historic characters, who will show you what it was like to live and work in one of the first industrialised landscapes of Britain as you explore the reconstructed shops, pubs and houses. Watch live demonstrations, take part in old-fashioned street games or perhaps visit the vintage cinema!
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5:
Return home.
Included meals: Breakfast
Single Room Supplement from £99.00 (5 days).
You will stay for four nights at the 3-star Buckatree Hall Hotel near Telford.
Travel from most joining points is included within your coach holiday price.
See our full list of our joining points.