The Iron Bridge, Ironbridge, Shropshire

In the early eighteenth century, the only way to cross the Severn Gorge was by ferry . However, the industries that have been developing in the region of Coalbrookdale and Broseley needed a much more trustworthy crossing. Abraham Darby III, grandson of the very first foundry operator and an ironmaster doing the job at Coalbrookdale… Continue reading The Iron Bridge, Ironbridge, Shropshire

The Iron Bridge, Ironbridge, Shropshire

In the early eighteenth century, the only way to cross the Severn Gorge was by ferry . On the other hand, the industries that have been increasing in the space of Coalbrookdale and Broseley necessary a much more trusted crossing. Abraham Darby III, grandson of the to start with foundry owner and an ironmaster operating… Continue reading The Iron Bridge, Ironbridge, Shropshire