a Dynasty of Ironfounders – the homes that the Darbys built
Take the short walk from Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron up the hill to the beautiful Darby Houses, former homes to the Darby family.
Rosehill House, built in 1738, and Dale House, built in 1717, sit on the hillside overlooking Coalbrookdale.
2024 opening times
The Darby Houses are open on selected dates throughout the summer. See Opening Times opposite.
Buy tickets online in advance or at Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron.
Visitor information
The following facilities and rules apply at this attraction:
Wander around Rosehill House as if it’s 1850 and get a glimpse of an Industrialist’s life.
See family heirlooms in the very rooms that they were originally used.
Parking
PASS PLUS holders and Friends can park in our Enginuity and Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron car parks for free during their daytime visit by validating their PASS PLUS at the front desk when they arrive. Find out more.
Walk to the Darby Houses from the Museum of the Gorge
We have created three walking routes that guide you through the beautiful Ironbridge Gorge between the Museum of the Gorge and three of our other museums, including the Darby Houses. To find out how to visit the Darby Houses on foot, click here.
INTRODUCING IRONBRIDGE
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BE INSPIRED
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DISCOVER INNOVATION
Step in to the historical heart of Ironbridge
Opening times
| Dates | Opening times |
|---|---|
| 4th Nov – 22nd Dec 2024 | Closed |
| 23rd Dec 2024 – 5th Jan 2025 | Closed |
| 6th – 17th Jan 2025 | Closed |
| 18th Jan – 16th Feb 2025 | Closed |
Dale House will open from 12noon on the following Sundays:
31 March, 28 April, 26 May, 30 June, 28 July, 25 August & 29 September.
See our opening times page for other attraction times.
Directions
The postcode for Darby Houses is TF8 7EW
See our directions page for further details.
Don't Miss...
- Dressing up in period costume at Rosehill House
- Enjoy the stunning view of Coalbrookdale from every floor
- Take a look at Abraham Darby III’s original desk in Dale House
- See family memorabilia, including costume and letters
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