Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
Trustees, staff & volunteers at The Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust are saddened to learn of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
In a joint statement, Mark Pemberton OBE, Chairman of The Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust, and Rupert Kenyon-Slaney DL, Deputy Chairman of The Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust, said: “It was with immense sorrow that we learned of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s passing
“It is with our deepest gratitude that we honour Her Majesty’s devoted and long-standing contribution to the country. As the longest-reigning British monarch, she leaves behind a remarkable legacy.
Nick Ralls, Chief Executive of The Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust, said: "Her Majesty visited our museums in 2003, accompanied by His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh, and was charming and showed great interest in the work we do.
"We offer our deepest sympathy and condolences to all members of the Royal Family at this time. Our thoughts are particularly with her son, our new King, who has been our Patron for many years."
The Museums remain open as normal but will close on Monday 19 September as a mark of respect.